Snow Goose Hunting Strategy
By the time we hunt snow geese in Arkansas, Missouri, and South Dakota these geese have flown up from Texas and the Gulf Coast and they're looking to get north to the tundra breeding grounds. The only thing holding them back is weather and fatigue. The job of our snow goose guides is to figure out the line where weather and fatigue are enough to cause the flocks of snow geese to locate a feeding field and land for the day. Each day one of our snow goose hunting guides spends their morning in the truck scouting for fields to use the following day(s). Many snow goose hunting guides make the mistake of staying right where the snow geese fell yesterday. While that field may work for a day or two, chances are better that the flocks will find a fresh field or move further north. We scout everyday to make sure your guided snow goose hunt is a success!
Arkansas
Dates: Feb. 1st - March 15th
Rates: $300.00 *Includes Daily Hunting/Nightly Lodging, Continental Breakfast and Dinner*
State Fee: Free***
3 Day Package: $900.00
Licenses: AR. Game & Fish Commission
Dates are approximate due to migration
***Arkansas license are free you just need to call the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (800-364-GAME).They're open Mon - Fri during normal business hours. When you call they will give you a snow goose registration number just write it on your license from the state your from and bring that with you on the hunt.
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Missouri
Dates: Feb. 2nd - March 15th
Rates: $180.00 *Lodging and Meals are not included*
State Fee: $40.00
3 Day Package: $540
Licenses: MO Department of Conservation
Dates are approximate due to migration
Prior to hunting snow geese in Missouri you will be required to purchase a conservation order permit. This permit must be purchased by residents and non-residents to hunt snow geese in Missouri. *Note to all hunters, resident and non-resident are required to have completed a hunter safety course in there home state to hunt spring snow geese in Missouri. Please contact your state department of natural resources to complete this course if you haven't already done so.
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South Dakota
Dates: March 1st - April 10th
Rates: $180.00 *Lodging and meals are not included*
State Fee: $45.00
3 Day Package: $540
Licenses: South Dakota Game & Fish
Dates are approximate due to migration
Nonresident Spring Light Goose licenses can be purchased online with a credit card or over the counter at storefront license agents. The adult license costs $45 and is valid for the entire conservation order.Youth licenses (ages 12-15) cost $25.Hunters age 12-15 will need a hunter safety card. No other license or stamp is required.
The federal waterfowl stamp is not required for this event.
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***Groups of six or more people will secure their own field to hunt. Smaller groups will be combined with others.
***A 50%, non-refundable, deposit per hunter is due at booking. Lodging not included in Missouri or South Dakota, license and ammo not included. Prices are subject to change without notice prior to booking. All booked hunts can be rescheduled if needed within season dates of booking.
***Guiding waterfowl hunts on any state owned land, conservation area or waterfowl production area is againts the law in Arkansas, Missouri, South Dakota and Minnesota. We at Goose and Duck Smackers follow the law.
What Goose and Duck Smackers will Provide for the Hunts
- We always hunt on pre screened private grounds.
- SilloSock or Dakota Decoy spreads to hunt over.
- Final approach x lander or Hitman blinds for every hunter
- Experienced snow goose guides
- Small hunting parties 6 to 8 hunters per field.
What To Bring Snow Goose Hunting
We recommend you bring the following along on your goose hunting trip:
- License - You will need to comply with the State laws for the state we are hunting in.
- Clothing - Bring a good mix of warm clothing! Goose hunting starts long before the sun comes up and it is often humid and cold in the hours before the sun warms the fields. Dress in layers so that you can take off gear as the morning warms up.
- Firearm - We suggest an unplugged 12-guage that will handle 3 or 3.5 inch magnums.
- Ammo - We recommend 12 guage 3" or 3.5" shells. We recommend B shot to BBB shot to get the job done. Load plenty of non-toxic heavy shot if you can afford those options. Heavy shot is a deadly load in 3" mag 2 shot. Above all, remember to bring plenty of ammunition!
- Food and Drink - Bring plenty of snacks and something to drink while out in the field. A morning of hunting can seem like a lifetime if you don't have something cool to wet to drink before lunch break. Better yet, bring a nice, big thermos of coffee for your guides. That being said, don't even think about alcohol. Safety is our top priority and there's no place for hunters under the influence.
- Camera - Drop your good camera into a Ziploc bag and bring it along. There's no better way to preserve your memories than in a few photos at the end of a day.
What else do I need to know
- ALL YOUTH HUNTERS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.
- A minimum of 6 hunters is needed to have your own guide/field.
- Dogs allowed only if you have your own field.
- Groups of less than 6 will be combined with other small groups.
LET'S HUNT TODAY! Contact Brian @ 651-755-1612
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