2014 Spring Snow Goose and Field Conditions April 23 Update: Heavy rain today. While the weather may alter snow goose behaviour somewhat I don't suspect it has changed the number of birds in the area. Travel on the gravel roads will be difficult until we have had some warm dry weather. April 22 Update: Today I observed the highest number of snow geese so far this spring. The daytime … [Read more...] about Saskatchewan Spring Field Report
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Hunting Snow Geese in the Spring
Spring Snow Storm In The Forecast Spring snow goose season opens April 1 in Saskatchewan. If you're like me, this winter feels like it has lasted far too long. However there is another snow storm on the horizon – of snow geese! Snow geese breed in the Arctic, on Canada's northern coast and some large islands. In the spring, they are on their way to their breeding ground, chasing … [Read more...] about Hunting Snow Geese in the Spring
Migration = Gourmet Delight
As first light of day turns the eastern fall sky to hues of apple green and teal blue, the sounds of geese, cranes, and ducks begin to fill the air. Quiet at first, the sounds grow louder as more and more birds chime in on the “morning chorus”. Then as if watching a count-down timer to the new year, the birds lift off with a deafening roar like a rocket launch. Wave after wave of lesser … [Read more...] about Migration = Gourmet Delight
