2026 Hunt The North Spring Snow Goose Migration Report

TRACK THE SNOW GOOSE MIGRATION

• Current Arkansas Spring Snow Goose Migration Report
• Current Kansas Spring Snow Goose Migration Report
• Current Missouri Spring Snow Goose Migration Report
• Current Nebraska Spring Snow Goose Migration Report
• Current South Dakota Spring Snow Goose Migration Report
• Current North Dakota Spring Snow Goose Migration Report
• Current Canada Spring Snow Goose Migration Report

Arkansas Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday expect a high of 68 with a low of 45 and partly cloudy skies with south winds at 12 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 72 with increasing clouds and southwest winds at 15 mph. Expect a high of 66 on Sunday with scattered showers and northwest winds at 18 mph.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

CACHE RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE- COTTON PLANT, AR

Bird numbers have thinned significantly, with only scattered flocks using the refuge as a short-term stopover. Most activity is centered around remaining shallow water and moist-soil units, with birds entering late and leaving early. Local hunters are finding better success targeting feeding fields rather than roost-adjacent setups.

HOLLA BEND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – DARDANELLE, AR

Goose presence continues to decline significantly, with only light numbers observed trading through the Arkansas River corridor. Birds are not holding long and are showing strong northward intent with favorable winds. Field hunting opportunities remain, but success depends heavily on scouting fresh feeds daily.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

Kansas Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday expect a high of 64 with a low of 42 and mostly sunny conditions with south winds at 14 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 70 with partly cloudy skies and southwest winds at 16 mph. Expect a high of 62 on Sunday with a chance of rain and northwest winds at 20 mph.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

QUIVIRA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – SOUTH-CENTRAL KANSAS

Snow geese have pushed out of their area with only sporadic juvie flocks showing up.

FLINT HILLS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – EAST-CENTRAL KANSAS (NEAR HARTFORD)

The migration appears to be done outside of a few juvie flocks. There might be a few small pushes of juvies but that’s about it.

CHEYENNE BOTTOMS / QUIVIRA WETLAND COMPLEX – CENTRAL KANSAS

The migration is past their area and have very limited Snow geese in the area.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

Missouri Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday expect a high of 61 with a low of 40 and partly cloudy skies with south winds at 13 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 67 with mostly sunny conditions and southwest winds at 15 mph. Expect a high of 58 on Sunday with rain likely and northwest winds at 22 mph.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

SQUAW CREEK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – MOUND CITY, MO

Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge
The most recent refuge survey on March 17 recorded 154,711 snow geese, confirming a notable decline from peak migration numbers seen in late February and early March. Birds are still utilizing the refuge as a primary overnight roost, but daytime feeding activity has become more spread out across northwest Missouri agricultural fields. Large flocks continue to cycle through, though turnover is increasing as waves of geese push north with favorable winds. Hunting success in the surrounding area now depends heavily on staying ahead of shifting feeds and targeting fresh arrivals rather than relying on consistent refuge-driven patterns.

SWAN LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – CAINSVILLE, MO

Bird use remains consistent, with geese staging in surrounding ag fields and returning to refuge waters. Activity has been dynamic, with flocks arriving and departing daily. Hunters in the surrounding area are still finding success on fresh feeds, particularly with mobile setups.

GRAND PASS CONSERVATION AREA – MIAMI, MO

Moderate numbers of snow geese continue to utilize the area, though concentrations are less dense than earlier in the migration window. Birds are showing increased midday movement and shifting feeding locations frequently. Continued northward migration is evident with each passing day.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

Nebraska Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday expect a high of 59 with a low of 35 and sunny skies with south winds at 18 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 66 with partly cloudy conditions and southwest winds at 20 mph. Expect a high of 55 on Sunday with a chance of rain and northwest winds at 25 mph.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

KEARNEY GAME FISH AND PARKS OFFICE- KEARNEY, NE

Reports indicate limited concentrations of Snow geese in the region, with birds utilizing river systems and nearby fields. Flocks have established short-term staging patterns. Continued warm weather and favorable winds will only push any birds south past them quick.

OGALLALA GAME FISH AND PARKS OFFICE – OGALLALA, NE

Western Nebraska is seeing lighter numbers, though birds filter in. Activity remains scattered, with flocks primarily moving through rather than staging. Conditions suggest increased numbers in the coming days.

NORFORK GAME FISH AND PARKS OFFICE – NORFORK, NE

Northeast Nebraska is experiencing limited bird numbers, with geese using both water sources and agricultural fields. Movement remains consistent, with pushes during favorable wind conditions. Hunting requires scouting for feeds rather than relying on traffic.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

South Dakota Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday expect a high of 52 with a low of 30 and mostly sunny skies with south winds at 16 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 60 with partly cloudy conditions and southwest winds at 18 mph. Expect a high of 48 on Sunday with a chance of snow/rain mix and northwest winds at 22 mph.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

SAND LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – ABERDEEN, SD

Initial waves of snow geese are arriving, with increasing daily observations. Birds are beginning to use refuge waters overnight while feeding in surrounding fields. Numbers are expected to continue to build significantly.

HURON WETLAND DISTRICT – CENTRAL, SD

Flocks have started to move into the area in big numbers. The snow affected the numbers slightly but it’s expected big numbers will return this week with the warmer weather. Wetland conditions are improving, which should attract more birds in the coming days. Movement is consistent but not yet at peak levels.

MADISON COUNTRY WETLAND DISTRICT – SOUTH EAST, SD

Early migrants are showing up in good numbers across the district, with birds using available water and ag fields. Expect rapid increases as migration continues north.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

North Dakota Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday expect a high of 45 with a low of 25 and partly cloudy skies with south winds at 14 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 52 with mostly sunny conditions and southwest winds at 17 mph. Expect a high of 40 on Sunday with light snow possible and northwest winds at 20 mph.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

TEWAUKON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – CAYUGA, ND

Minimal numbers have been reported, with only early migrants beginning to appear. Habitat conditions are improving as snow melt progresses. The refuge is expected to see increased activity soon.

ARROWWOOD NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – PINGREE, ND

Very light activity at this time, with most birds still south of the area. Wetland conditions are variable, but improving weather should open more habitat. Migration is imminent.

LAKE ALICE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – DEVILS LAKE, ND

Early-season movement is just beginning, with occasional flocks passing through. Birds are not yet staging in significant numbers. Conditions are setting up for a strong arrival window in the near future.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

Canada Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

Weather – Southern Saskatchewan:
On Friday expect a high of 42 with a low of 24 and partly cloudy skies with south winds at 15 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 48 with mostly sunny conditions and southwest winds at 18 mph. Expect a high of 38 on Sunday with a chance of snow and northwest winds at 20 mph.

Weather – Southern Manitoba:
On Friday expect a high of 40 with a low of 26 and partly cloudy skies with south winds at 13 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 46 with mostly sunny conditions and southwest winds at 16 mph. Expect a high of 37 on Sunday with light snow and northwest winds at 18 mph.

CANADIAN WILDLIFE SERVICE REPORTS

WEYBURN FIELD OFFICE – WEYBURN, SK

Weyburn Field Office – Weyburn, SK:
Very early signs of migration are appearing but no Snow goose flocks have been noticed. Habitat remains limited but improving. The next warm stretch should accelerate arrivals.

LAST MTN LAKE FIELD OFFICE – LAST MTN LAKE REGION

Minimal activity so far, with most birds still staged well to the south. Ice conditions are beginning to break up slowly. This area is expected to become a major staging zone in the coming weeks.

BOISSEVAIN FIELD OFFICE – BOISSEVAIN, MANITOBA

No significant staging yet, though conditions are gradually improving. Early migrants are expected in the coming weeks as temperatures rise. The area is still full of snow and ice.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

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