Alberta Canada Goose Hunts

 

xdsc_00837.jpgCanada goose hunting in southwestern Alberta, Canadaoffers possibly the very best Canada goose hunt in Canada.  While this pothole country hatches many ducks each spring,  many Canada geese and mallards overwinter in this particular area.  Quality waterfowl hunting typically lasts well into mid-November. 

Expansive harvested grain fields, an abundance of small lakes and rivers, six large, irrigation reservoirs, relatively low hunting pressure and a surprisingly temperate, warm, "Chinook effect" in the lee of the Canadian Rockies dramatically coalesce to make this hunting area a top Canada goose and duck hunt producer.  For certain, there's not a more beautiful place to hunt Canada geese on earth.

In addition to skillful waterfowl guides, this outfitter brings 20 years proven experience. Only recently have a few seasonal openings developed due to a few clients that are no longer to make their long-time, annual Alberta Canada duck hunt. 

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Quality hunting opportunities for Canada geese and ducks, especially mallards, abound.  Ducks eagerly decoy to small spreads of full-body taxidermied geese. Great upland bird hunting for Hungarian partridge, ruffed grouse and sharp-tail grouse are available afternoon options. Cast-and-blast for trophy trout keeps the lodge full during September, too.

Canada goose hunting takes place in well-scouted grain fields where it's completely common to shoot decoying mallards.  Duck hunting over small potholes that have been watched closely and carefully protected ensures sure-enough decoying mallard action.  Giant Canada geese and greenheads define this hunt, and it only gets better well after waterfowl have evacuated other parts of Canada.

Hunters are lodged in beautiful lodge overlooking a river to  which provides unrivaled convenience and comfort in beautiful settings. All meals are provided during your stay, and the cooking is great.

Timing

High-quality Alberta Canada goose hunting from early-September through mid-December.  Peak dates mid-October through early-November.

 

Rates

$2,200 plus 5% GST for 3-day (6 hunts) Southwestern Alberta Canada goose hunting. Longer trips can be arranged.  Minimum 4 hunters.

 

Itinerary

Fly into Calgary, Alberta, and drive to the lodge where you will be met by outfitter.  Depart at noon following your last morning duck hunt.  Directions, contact information and other pertinent information provided in Canada Goose Hunting Pre-trip Package.

 

What to Bring

The following are suggested for Canada goose hunts:

  • Waders or hip boots, warm camo clothing, face masks. Because weather conditions are diverse, prepare to dress in layers.
  • US Federal Duck Stamp
  • Foul weather gear and field bag
  • Shotgun (12 gauge minimum recommended) choked imp cylinder or mod, and gun cleaning supplies
  • Ice chests
  • Obedient retrievers welcome (for your group) 

Canada Goose Hunting Checklist (PDF)

 

 

More Info:

Related Links - Alberta Canada Goose Hunting

 

Alberta Canada Hunting Regulations

Canadian Non-Resident Firearm Declaration

Canadian GST Refunds for Visitors

Certification of Registration for Personal Effects Taken Abroad (Form 4457)

Compare to other Canada waterfowl hunting packages: Eastern Alberta Canada Goose Hunts, Manitoba Canada Goose Hunts, Saskatchewan Canada Goose Hunts, Ontario Canada Goose Hunts, Quebec Canada Goose Hunts

 

Bird Limits - Alberta Canada Goose Hunting

  • Geese 8 per day
  • Ducks: 8 per day
  • Possession limits 16 dark geese and 16 ducks.
  • Only 4 pintails are allowed in the daily bag limit of 8 ducks
  • Only 3 white-fronted geese are allowed in the daily bag limit of 8 geese.

 

Retriever Policy - Alberta Canada Goose Hunting

Properly trained retrievers are always welcome, but they must be well managed so as not to negatively impact the hunting.

 

Bird Processing - Southwestern Alberta Canada Goose Hunting

Bird Cleaning is NOT included in the cost of the Eastern Alberta Canada Duck Hunt package. Birds may be breasted or picked. We strongly suggest bringing ice chests large enough to ensure proper care of birds.

USFWS statutes regarding transportation of migratory game birds are carefully followed: 

  • All sport-taken migratory birds imported into the US via Canada must have 1 fully feathered wing attached to the carcass (Head and Feet do not count).  No other types or forms of migratory birds will be allowed into the US, no sausage or processed meat.
  • All imports into the US of sport-taken migratory birds may only be imported by the person who hunted them. A hunter cannot give the birds to another person to take into the US on their behalf.
  • Birds, geese, or cranes intended for taxidermy can only be imported into the US when accompanied by a US migratory bird import/export permit.
  • All illegal birds and/or meat is subject to seizure and fines.

 

About the Area - Alberta Canada Goose Hunting

cam jense alberta.jpgNestled in the most beautiful corner of the province of Alberta, the Southwest is a place where the golden prairie rolls up to meet the Rocky Mountains. Under the big western sky, a host of authentic Canada experiences and discoveries await.   A strong sense of community prevails among friendly residents.  This part of Alberta Canada boasts the best weather of the Prairie Provinces, including the highest number of sunlight hours in Canada.

This is Chinook Country.  In the eastern shadows of the Rocky Mountains blow Chinook conditions that provide mild winters.  This combined with other natural and man-made features such as warm-water reservoirs, host thousands of mallards and Canada geese into December, long after waterfowl in other parts of Canada have retreated southward.  Western Alberta Canada goose hunting is a memorable treat.

Contact us for more information about Alberta Canada goose hunts. 

 

Included

This special Alberta Canada goose hunting package includes quality field equipment, personalized service, experienced guides, daily scouting, B&B lodging and meals.

 

Not Included

Not included in Southwestern Alberta Canada duck hunting packages: bird cleaning and processing, license, airfare to Calgary, airport transfers and voluntary gratuities.

 

Photo Gallery - Alberta Canada Goose and Duck Hunt

Expansive harvested grain fields, an abundance of small lakes and rivers, 6 large, irrigation reservoirs, relatively low hunting pressure and a surprisingly temperate, warm, "Chinook effect" in the lee of the Canadian Rockies dramatically coalesce to make this location a top-producer for Canada goose hunting.

View Photo Gallery Canada Goose Hunting in Alberta Canada

 

Canada Goose Hunting Videos from Alberta

Canada Goose Hunting in Western Alberta Canada

Waterfowl hunting in Western Alberta is hardly rivaled, and has been filmed by many major outdoor television programs. Please enjoy viewing these Canada goose and duck hunting videos from Western Alberta. More wingshooting videos are available at GetDucks.com Photo Gallery.

 

 

 

"Ramsey is an avid waterfowler who shares his enthusiasm with others as evidenced by planning my Canada duck hunt in Alberta. He personally makes it his top priority to make sure you are going to have the best of everything during your Canada waterfowl hunt. The hunting in Alberta was superb, as were our accommodations, guides, hosts, and cooks. Thanks to Ramsey we had a great time. I highly recommend that everyone schedule waterfowl hunts through Ramsey at GetDucks.com because you know you will be hunting with the best! Ramsey wouldn't want anything less for you than for himself!"

- Marc Measells

Referenced Hunt: Alberta Canada Goose Hunting

 

"Canada waterfowl hunting was very good, our group killed 111 ducks 54 geese (3 leg bands). The countryside was beautiful and the food was great. Had a good time look and look forward to doing another hunt. Ramsey did good job, very professional."

Ben Turner  

Referenced Hunt: Duck Hunting in Canada, Western Alberta

 

Bradley Reid"Thanks for getting me set up on a great Canada goose hunt! This being my first hunt out of country you made sure I had all bases covered. Everything was as good as or better than you described. The Alberta Canada goose hunting was the best it gets. I was a little nervous about booking an outfitted trip from some of the stories I had heard, but after talking with you, knowing your expectations of good and that you hunt with each outfitter beforehand made my decision easier.

You let me know about anything that may not be satisfactory up front so I could make a decision based on the entire trip not just the highlights like so many other people try to do. On that very first morning when the geese were pouring in and it was almost time to shoot you told me I was fixing to experience something I'd never forget. It only took 14 minutes to get our group's limit of honkers that morning, but you were right. I'll remember that week forever. I am looking forward to my next waterfowl hunt through GetDucks.com, maybe south of the equator. "

- Bradley Reid

Referenced Hunt: Canada Goose Hunting in Alberta Canada

 
 
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