A significant warm-up for the Upper Midwest has light geese making major headway toward their arctic destination. As more spring-like weather dominates the forecast over the next five to seven days, the bulk of the migration is sure to make a major jump northwards toward the Canadian border.
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And now, on to the Light Goose Migration Report.
Wet spring weather across much of the mid and upper Mississippi and Central Flyways will result in a retreating snowcover line as the weekend draws near. With the snow melting and the temperatures warming all across the upper flyways, light geese will be pushing north towards their arctic breeding ground.
Reports are already coming in of major migration activity crossing the US/Canadian border into Manitoba and Saskatchewan, but there are still strong numbers of light geese moving into and through the Dakotas.
Recent reports showed a significant rise in snow goose numbers in many parts of North Dakota, but the reports were somewhat scattered. South Dakota in and around the Watertown area continues to hold huntable numbers of geese, but the bulk of the migration could make a major jump north any day now.
Field conditions across the Dakotas will likely degrade rapidly as the weather turns warmer and snow begins to melt. Soggy fields and rapidly melting snow make for some of the most challenging condition for spring light goose hunters.
As the days get longer, the geese are becoming more and more anxious to reach their breeding grounds. Shifts of the “front line” of the migration can be huge as the snowmelt waters open up.
There is still plenty of opportunity for the avid snow goose hunter, but being willing and able to pick up and move at the drop of a hat will be vital for success.
Please also remember to be courteous to landowners. A fast thaw can make field conditions very unpredictable. Trucks and trailers digging deep ruts in soft fields is a big no-no and a surefire way NOT to get on a local farmer’s good side. Always ask permission before driving into a field. Remember, it may be easier in the long run to carry decoys than to dig out your truck.
