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 69 with a low of 44 and sunshine with south winds at 10 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 72 with a low of 45 and sunny skies. Expect a high of 63 on Sunday with breezy conditions and partly sunny skies.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

CACHE RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE- COTTON PLANT, AR

Snow geese continue using the refuge as a critical roosting hub, piling into shallow flooded timber edges and sheet water areas overnight before fanning out at first light. Large flocks are lifting mid-morning to feed in harvested rice and soybean fields, then returning late afternoon. There is a strong presence of juvies. With warming temperatures accelerating habitat availability to the north, birds are feeding aggressively and staging briefly before pushing onward.

HOLLA BEND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – DARDANELLE, AR

Holla Bend remains loaded with light geese using open water units for midday loafing and security. Morning and evening flight windows have been strong as birds trade between refuge water and nearby agricultural ground. As daylight length increases and southerly winds persist, geese are showing more directional movement rather than winter loafing behavior. Expect continued turnover as new birds filter in from southern Arkansas and the Mississippi Delta.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

Kansas Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday expect a high of 76 with a low of 42 and mostly sunny skies with southwest winds at 12 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 65 with a low of 26 and sunshine. Expect a high of 37 on Sunday with colder air and periods of rain developing.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

QUIVIRA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – SOUTH-CENTRAL KANSAS

Snow geese have continued to build in the area. With the warmth, the birds are not staying long but still expect to see some good pushes for the next week or so.

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

Reports of really good Snow goose numbers in and around the refuge. There has been juvies that have started to show up and should continue to have solid numbers with the reported birds to the south.

CHEYENNE BOTTOMS / QUIVIRA WETLAND COMPLEX – CENTRAL KANSAS

Continuing to see real good numbers but the birds don’t seem to be staying too long. Hunting should remain good for another week depending on the weather to the north.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

Missouri Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday expect a high of 74 with a low of 36 and mostly sunny skies with south winds at 14 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 56 with a low of 24 and sunshine. Expect a high of 39 on Sunday with breezy and colder conditions.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

SQUAW CREEK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – MOUND CITY, MO

The February 24 survey documented 755,550 Snow geese currently staged on and around the refuge, confirming Loess Bluffs as the undisputed epicenter of the Central Flyway migration at this moment. Massive morning lifts are spilling across northwest Missouri before birds funnel back into the refuge pools throughout the afternoon. Feeding pressure remains intense in surrounding agricultural fields as geese fuel heavily ahead of the next northward surge. With ideal late-February weather windows, turnover is expected — but numbers remain extremely strong.

SWAN LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – CAINSVILLE, MO

Swan Lake is seeing extremely strong light goose activity, particularly on managed wetland units with reliable sheet water. Birds are using the refuge primarily as a loafing and roost site before feeding on adjacent row crop fields. Increased daily flight chatter suggests new arrivals mixing with departing flocks. Conditions remain favorable for continued staging through the next week.

GRAND PASS CONSERVATION AREA – MIAMI, MO

Grand Pass continues to hold migrating flocks using shallow water pools and flooded crop fields. Geese are cycling predictably between roost and feed, with visible directional movement on strong south winds. As Missouri sits squarely in the migration corridor, bird numbers are dynamic — rising and falling with each weather system. Overall activity remains solid and consistent.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

Nebraska Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday expect a high of 67 with a low of 31 and sunshine with southwest winds at 10 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 48 with a low of 21 and sunny skies. Expect a high of 33 on Sunday with freezing rain, snow and sleet developing.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

KEARNEY GAME FISH AND PARKS OFFICE- KEARNEY, NE

Central Nebraska is seeing increasing snow goose passage as birds filter up the Platte River corridor. Wetlands and river backwaters are opening daily, offering fresh staging habitat. Geese are not yet at peak, but daily northbound movement is noticeable. Expect rapid increases if temperatures remain above freezing.

OGALLALA GAME FISH AND PARKS OFFICE – OGALLALA, NE

Western Nebraska remains earlier in the migration curve, but small flocks are appearing in suitable open water pockets. Birds using this corridor are moving quickly with limited long-term staging. Conditions remain dependent on snowpack and open water availability.

NORFORK GAME FISH AND PARKS OFFICE – NORFORK, NE

Northeast Nebraska is seeing steady flight lines crossing into South Dakota during favorable wind conditions. Feeding activity is concentrated in harvested corn and soybean fields. As ice recedes, holding capacity will expand significantly.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

South Dakota Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday expect a high of 48 with a low of 14 and partly sunny skies with northwest winds at 15 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 18 with a low of 7 and snow showers. Expect a high of 23 on Sunday with cold but partly sunny conditions.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

SAND LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – ABERDEEN, SD

Early waves of snow geese are beginning to touch down on open basins within the refuge. Birds are cautious and transient, using sheet water briefly before moving to surrounding feed fields. While concentrations are still light, the presence of new arrivals signals the northern edge of the advancing front. Warmer stretches will rapidly increase staging potential.

HURON WETLAND DISTRICT – CENTRAL, SD

Wetlands are slowly opening, allowing scattered flocks to rest and refuel. Most birds are often staging for short periods but there’s a noticeable presence. Habitat conditions will determine whether the district becomes a major holding area in early March.

MADISON COUNTRY WETLAND DISTRICT – SOUTH EAST, SD

Smaller flocks are using available water and adjacent ag fields. Movement remains steady but not concentrated. The district sits poised to receive heavier numbers once Nebraska birds advance more aggressively.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

North Dakota Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday expect a high of 32 with a low of -3 and windy, mostly cloudy skies with north winds at 18 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 6 with a low of -5 and very cold conditions. Expect a high of 18 on Sunday with intervals of sunshine.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

TEWAUKON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – CAYUGA, ND

The refuge remains locked in winter conditions with limited open water. No meaningful staging activity has begun. Habitat will require sustained thaw before snow geese arrive in significant numbers

ARROWWOOD NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – PINGREE, ND

Arrowwood is still ice and snowpack covered. Migration presence has not materialized yet. Birds remain staged well south.

LAKE ALICE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – DEVILS LAKE, ND

Lake Alice shows similar late-winter conditions. Snow geese have not yet established early staging behavior. Arrival timing will depend heavily on March melt conditions.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

Canada Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

Weather – Southern Saskatchewan:
On Friday expect a high of 9 with a low of -26 and cloudy conditions with north winds at 12 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be -5 with a low of -18 and cloudy skies. Expect a high of 4 on Sunday with sunshine and cold temperatures.

Weather – Southern Manitoba:
Weather – Southern Manitoba:
On Friday expect a high of 33 with a low of -12 and windy conditions with northwest winds at 20 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 0 with a low of -12 and very cold conditions. Expect a high of 12 on Sunday with sunshine and cold air.

CANADIAN WILDLIFE SERVICE REPORTS

WEYBURN FIELD OFFICE – WEYBURN, SK

Weyburn Field Office – Weyburn, SK:
Southern Saskatchewan remains in deep winter. No snow goose staging has begun. Snow cover and ice conditions remain prohibitive.

LAST MTN LAKE FIELD OFFICE – LAST MTN LAKE REGION

Classic winter conditions dominate the basin. Snow geese are still weeks away from arrival. Significant thaw will be required before meaningful migration activity occurs.

BOISSEVAIN FIELD OFFICE – BOISSEVAIN, MANITOBA

Southern Manitoba wetlands remain frozen. No early staging behavior has been observed. Migration into this region typically accelerates in late March into April.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

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