2024 Spring Snow Goose Migration Reports

OFFICIAL 2024 HUNTTHENORTH.COM SPRING SNOW GOOSE MIGRATION REPORT
LAST UPDATED THURSDAY MARCH  14, 2024

NOTE: We will be updating our 2024 Spring Snow Goose Migration Report each Thursday afternoon during the entire season. This report is updated from Arkansas through Canada each week. We will be utilizing updated weekly reports from top spring snow goose hunting guides and outfitters across the Midwest as well as local refuges in each state. We hope this will prove to be a valued tool for you to have a successful spring snow goose hunt this season! Thank you for visiting our website at HuntTheNorth.com.

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Last updated on March 14, 2024

TRACK THE 2024 SPRING SNOW GOOSE MIGRATION THROUGH THE FOLLOWING REGIONS

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Arkansas Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

In northeastern Arkansas expect a high of 64 with a low of 44 and a 40% chance of rain with N winds at 10 to 20 mph. The high on Saturday is expected to be 66 with a low of 49 and mostly sunny skies with WNW winds at 5 to 10 mph. Expect a high of 61 on Sunday with a low of 36 and partly cloudy skies with NNW winds at 10 to 15 mph.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

CACHE RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE- COTTON PLANT, AR

Reported on 3-6 that they still have some Snow geese in and around the area. Staff stated that the migration has moved along rather quickly this year due to it being a mild winter. Staff finished by saying that the season seems to be all but over here.

HOLLA BEND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – DARDANELLE, AR

Reported on 3-6 that the season has come to an end. Staff stated that there are a few small pockets of snow geese around, but not many.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

NEU OUTDOORS

LOCATION: Northern Arkansas
OUTFITTER: John Neu
PHONE: 1.877.860.7663
EMAIL: info@neuoutdoors.com

LAST UPDATED: February 29, 2024
John reported on 2-28 that hunting has been very good so far this spring in Arkansas. He stated that good weather and the mild temps have had the birds moving hard and feeding heavy. John finished by saying that they plan on staying in the area for a little bit longer before heading up to South Dakota to hunt there for a while.

EAGLEHEAD OUTDOORS

LOCATION: North central Arkansas
OUTFITTER: Nick Posusta
PHONE: 320-224-3615
EMAIL: nick@eagleheadoutdoors.com

LAST UPDATED: February 29, 2024
Nick reported on 2-28 that they just finished up their season in Arkansas this week. He stated that the Arkansas season was tough at the beginning as they had a significant snow storm that pushed the geese way South. Nick also stated that when the migration got back to the area they pretty much blew right through the area and to the extreme northern parts of the state. He finished by saying that even with all of that hunting was very good and there are still good pockets of Juvies in Aransas, but you have to put on a lot of miles to find them.

SNOWS UNLIMITED

LOCATION: North central Arkansas
OUTFITTER: James Frerking
PHONE: 1-888-764-1473
EMAIL: snowsunlimited@huntthenorth.com

LAST UPDATED: March 7, 2024
James reported on 3-6 that they have wrapped up their season. He stated that overall, they had a very good season. James finished by saying that the migration happened quickly this year with the lack of ice and snow to the north.

Illinois Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday in southern Illinois expect a high of 59 with a low of 38 and a 30% chance of rain with a N wind at 10 to 20 mph. Saturday’s high is expected to be 66 with a low of 43 and sunny skies with W winds at 5 to 10 mph. Expect a high of 57 on Sunday with a low of 30 and partly cloudy skies with NW winds at 10-15 mph.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

UNION COUNTY STATE WILDLIFE AREA – JONESBORO, ILLINOIS

Reported on 2-28 that in the most recent survey there were roughly 7,550 Snow geese in the area. Staff stated that with the mild winter all around the birds are pushing north rather quickly this year with limited snow to hold them up.

HORSESHOE LAKE STATE REFUGE – MILLER CITY, ILLINOIS

Reported on 2- 28 that in the most recent survey there were 6,400 Snow geese counted in the aerial survey. Staff stated that with the lack of snow in the upper Midwest this year, the migration is moving early.

CARLYLE LAKE WILDLIFE REFUGE – VANDALIA, ILLINOIS

Reported on 2-28 that in the most recent survey that was conducted there were 6,450 Snow geese in the area. Staff stated that the migration has been moving earlier and quicker than normal with the mild winter.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

SNOWS UNLIMITED

LOCATION: Southern Illinois
OUTFITTER: James Frerking
PHONE: 1.888.764.1473
EMAIL: snowsunlimited@huntthenorth.com
Endorsed Illinois Spring Snow Goose Outfitter

LAST UPDATED: March 7, 2024
James reported on 3-6 that they have wrapped up their season. He stated that overall, they had a very good season. James finished by saying that the migration happened quickly this year with the lack of ice and snow to the north.

Missouri Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

In northwestern Missouri expect a high of 59 with a low of 37 and sunny skies with N winds at 10 to 15 mph. Saturdays high is expected to be 64 with a low of 30 and mainly sunny skies and W winds at 15 to 25 mph. Expect a high of 50 on Sunday with a low of 23 and mainly sunny skies and NNW winds at 15 to 25 mph.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

SQUAW CREEK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – MOUND CITY, MO

Reported on 3-13 that in the most recent survey conducted on 3-5 there were 262,815 Snow geese on the refuge at the time of the count. Down from 392,435. Staff stated that with the lack of snow and ice and warmer than normal temperatures birds are grouped up and migrating rapidly this spring. Staff finished by saying that the number of birds in the area has continued to drop since the last report.

SWAN LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – CAINSVILLE, MO

Reported on 3-13 that in the most recent counts there were 1,000 Snow geese in the area during the time they counted. Staff stated that Snow geese have been on the move early this spring with the mild winter everywhere. Staff finished by saying that there are a lot of Snow geese in the area and not just on the refuge.

GRAND PASS CONSERVATION AREA – MIAMI, MO

Reported on 3-13 that in their most recent count, the counted roughly 100 Snow geese on the refuge. Staff stated that they have already seen a ton of migration but know there are still a lot of birds that need to work back through the area.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

BLACK GOOSE OUTFITTERS

LOCATION: Southeast Missouri
OUTFITTER: Larry Frimann
PHONE: 1.888.373.0008
EMAIL: bgo@huntthenorth.com
Endorsed Missouri Waterfowl Hunting Outfitter

LAST UPDATED March 14, 2024
Larry reported on 3-13 that they wrapped up their season last week. Larry stated that there are still some groups working their way through the state.

SQUAW CREEK HUNT CLUB

LOCATION: NW Missouri
OUTFITTER: Scott Croner
PHONE: 1.855.473.2875
EMAIL: scott@squawcreekhuntclub.com
Endorsed Missouri Waterfowl Outfitter

LAST UPDATED: March 14, 2024
Scott reported on 3-13 that they picked up their spreads last week. He stated that they are seeing some Julie flocks come through still. Scott finished by saying that if you don’t mind sitting in the field all day not seeing much you’ll get some shooting but won’t see many birds.

Nebraska Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

In central Nebraska expect a high of 55 with a low of 35 and partly cloudy skies with NNW winds at 10 to 15 mph. On Saturday expect a high of 59 with a low of 28 and sunny skies and NW winds at 15 to 25 mph. Expect a high of 51 on Sunday with a low of 22 and mainly sunny skies with NNW winds at 20 to 30 mph.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

KEARNEY GAME FISH AND PARKS OFFICE- KEARNEY, NE

Reported on 3-13 that they are still seeing some Snow geese, but numbers have decreased again over the last week. Staff stated that over the last two weeks they have seen a lot of birds push through the area.

OGALLALA GAME FISH AND PARKS OFFICE – OGALLALA, NE

Reported on 3-13 that they have still been seeing some flocks of Snow geese in and around the area as well as heading further north. Staff stated that things are moving quicker this year because of the mild winter that we have had.

NORFORK GAME FISH AND PARKS OFFICE – NORFORK, NE

Reported on 3-13 that they have still have some Snow geese around the area right now considering it is still so early in the migration season. Staff stated that they are a couple weeks ahead of schedule, but with the mild temps and limited snow this winter, birds can move north quickly.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

FRONT RANGE GUIDE SERVICE

LOCATION: Western, Nebraska
OUTFITTER: Jeff Colwell
PHONE: 1.888.781.3086
EMAIL: frontrange@huntthenorth.com
Endorsed Colorado Waterfowl Hunting Outfitter

LAST UPDATED: February 22, 2024
Please check back next week for Jeff’s first report of the 2024 season.

BLACK GOOSE OUTFITTERS

LOCATION: Southeastern, Nebraska
OUTFITTER: Larry Frimann
PHONE: 1.888.373.0008
EMAIL: bgo@huntthenorth.com
Endorsed Missouri Spring Snow Goose Hunting Outfitter

LAST UPDATED: March 14, 2024
Larry reported on 3-13 that they wrapped up their season last week. Larry stated that there are still some groups working their way through the state.

South Dakota Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday in East central South Dakota expect a high of 52 with a low of 32 and partly cloudy skies with W winds at 15 to 25 mph. Saturdays high is expected to be 45 with a low of 21 and partly cloudy skies with NW winds at 20 to 30 mph. Expect a high of 35 on Sunday with a low of 18 and mostly sunny skies with NNW winds at 20 to 30 mph.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

SAND LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – ABERDEEN, SD

Reported on 3-13 that they are still seeing good numbers of Snow geese in and around the area right now. Staff stated that they expect there to be strong numbers in the area for a couple of weeks.

HURON WETLAND DISTRICT – CENTRAL, SD

Staff reported on 3-13 that they have been seeing good Snow goose numbers in the area for a few weeks now. Staff stated that they saw the lead edge migration about a week ago and birds are continuing north through the area.

MADISON COUNTRY WETLAND DISTRICT – SOUTH EAST, SD

Reported on 3-13 that they still have Snow geese in the area. Staff stated that they are a couple weeks ahead of schedule this year with the mild winter we have had.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

NEU OUTDOORS

LOCATION: Northwest, Missouri
OUTFITTER: John Neu
PHONE: 1.877.860.7663
EMAIL: info@neuoutdoors.com

LAST UPDATED: February 29, 2024
John reported on 2-28 that they are currently hunting in Arkansas and SE Missouri. He stated that hunting has been very good so far this spring as the birds have been very active in their migration. John finished by saying that they anticipate moving part of the operation up to South Dakota next week sometime.

EAGLEHEAD OUTDOORS

LOCATION: Central, South Dakota
OUTFITTER: Nick Posusta
PHONE: 320-224-3615
EMAIL: nick@eagleheadoutdoors.com

LAST UPDATED: February 29, 2024
Nick reported on 2-28 that they just wrapped up their season in Arkansas and are in the transition of moving the operation up to South Dakota for the month of March.

North Dakota Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday in North central North Dakota expect a high of 47 and a low of 29 with partly cloudy skies and WSW winds at 20 to 30 mph. Saturdays high is expected to be 35 with a low of 18 and cloudy skies with NW winds at 20 to 30 mph. Expect a high of 28 on Sunday with a low of 19 and cloudy skies with NNW winds at 10 to 20 mph.

REFUGE / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA ACTIVITY

TEWAUKON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – CAYUGA, ND

Reported on 3-13 that they feel they are close to seeing the big flocks of snow geese in the area. Staff stated that they have heard reports of Snow geese in the state already but haven’t witnessed it themselves yet.

ARROWWOOD NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – PINGREE, ND

Reported on 3-6 that they have seen some small flocks of Snow geese in the area already. Staff stated that with the mild temps and lack of snowfall on the ground, they expect larger numbers over the next week to move into the area.

LAKE ALICE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE – DEVILS LAKE, ND

Reported on 3-13 that they have seen a few scout flocks migrating into the area. Staff stated that they are still ice fishing on the big lake but expect to start to see Snow geese within a week or two as there is very little snow on the ground. Staff finished by saying that they expect the migration to happen rapidly this year, unless there is a big snowstorm in the coming weeks.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

GOOSEHOG OUTDOORS

LOCATION: North Central North Dakota
OUTFITTER: Dan Hogfoss
PHONE: 1.888.338.4066
EMAIL: goosehog@huntthenorth.com

LAST UPDATED: February 29, 2024
Please check back next week for Dan’s first report of the 2024 season.

ALL FLOCKED UP OUTDOORS

LOCATION: Devils Lake, North Dakota
OUTFITTER: Eric Strub
PHONE: 1.888.338.4066
EMAIL: allflockedup@huntthenorth.com
ENDORSED ND SPRING SNOW GOOSE OUTFITTER

LAST UPDATED: March 14, 2024
Eric reported on 3-13 that he has seen a few small flocks up in the area but no big numbers yet. Eric stated that they are still doing some ice fishing but plan to start in the next week or two.

Canada Spring Snow Goose Report

WEEKEND WEATHER OUTLOOK

On Friday in southern Saskatchewan expect a high of 35 with a low of 20 and partly cloudy skies with WNW winds at 20 to 30 mph. Saturdays high is expected to be 31 with a low of 9 and mainly cloudy skies with NW winds at 10 to 15 mph. Expect a high of 34 on Sunday with a low of 25 and partly cloudy skies with S wind at 5 to 10 mph.

On Friday in southern Manitoba expect a high of 42 a low of 30 and a 80% chance of rain with SW winds at 10 to 20 mph. Saturdays high is expected to be 34 with a low of 17 and overcast skies with NNW winds at 10 to 20 mph. Expect a high of 24 on Sunday with a low of 18 and cloudy skies with NNW winds at 10-15 mph.

CANADIAN WILDLIFE SERVICE REPORTS

WEYBURN FIELD OFFICE – WEYBURN, SK

Reported on 3-13 that they haven’t seen any Snow geese make it across the border yet. Staff stated that they feel it won’t be long though until they see some due to the warmer than average temps we have had all winter long.

LAST MTN LAKE FIELD OFFICE – LAST MTN LAKE REGION

Reported on 3-13 that they haven’t seen any Snow geese in the area yet. Staff did say that they have heard reports of the lead edge making it into North Dakota, so baring a big winter storm it won’t be long until they reach Canada.

BOISSEVAIN FIELD OFFICE – BOISSEVAIN, MANITOBA

Reported on 3-13 that they have not seen the migration make it to the area yet. Staff stated that with the mild temperatures and lack of snow on the ground they feel they could have big numbers in the area in the next couple of weeks though.

REPORTS FROM THE FIELD

MICHITOBA OUTFITTING

LOCATION: Southwestern, Manitoba
OUTFITTER: Kris Wujcik
PHONE: 204.625.2495
EMAIL: kris@michitobaoutfitting.com

LAST UPDATED: February 22, 2024
Check back next week for the first report of the season.

LOCATION: Southern, Saskatchewan
OUTFITTER: Brent Abbott

LAST UPDATED: March 14, 2024

Brent reported on 3-13 that they got almost 2 feet of snow early last week as well as colder temperatures. Brent stated that they have some Canada geese around but haven’t seen any snow geese yet.

LOCATION: Weyburn Area, Saskatchewan
REPORTER: Dave Edgerton

LAST UPDATED: February 22, 2024

Please check back next week for Dave’s first report of the season.

LOCATION: Western Saskatchewan
REPORTER: Ben Webster

LAST UPDATED: February 22, 2024

Please check back next week for Ben’s first report of the season.