Migration Alert: Light Geese Trickling North, Cold Front May Stall Migration
Light goose hunters throughout the lower Mississippi and Central Flyways should prepare for just about anything next week. A warming trend has the birds beginning to head north, while the expected arrival of a powerful cold front may stall the spring migration. Fortunately for Mid South goose hunters, the game isn't over – it's just getting interesting.
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February 2014 Gear Guide: Light Goose Gear
Since the Light Goose Conservation Order began in 1999, the end of duck season has been highlighted by the beginning of spring snow goose hunting. Chasing these birds isn't an easy task, and much like late-season waterfowling, spring goose hunting is gear intensive and tough on equipment. The DU Newsletter Editorial Team has sourced a handful of new and old products that add to the spring waterfowling experience.
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Electronic Caller Tips for Light Geese
Electronic callers are legal to use while hunting light geese (snow and Ross's geese) in most areas during the special spring conservation order.
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Light Goose Dilemma
Despite increased harvests, populations of these Arctic-nesting geese continue to grow
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Migration Alert: Arkansas light goose numbers remain strong
The Light Goose Conservation Order opens the door for February waterfowling in Arkansas. The LGCO's liberal regulations levels the playing field for hunters hoping to decoy these difficult birds. As temperatures begin to warm, light geese will begin heading north, but ideal habitat is holding birds in Arkansas for those looking for late-season opportunities.
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Migration Alert: Light geese numbers increasing in North Mississippi
Mississippi Light Goose Conservation Order re-opened following the February 2-3 Youth Season, and steady numbers may provide excellent opportunities for the upcoming weekend.
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