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canada goose hunt ontario — “Canada goose hunting in Ontario’s Ottawa Valley with Apex Waterfowling was an amazing experience. So many honkers! Much easier access for us hunters on the eastern-half of the US, the bag limits are more generous than the Atlantic Flyway. Made for a helluva great father-son hunt.” – Ramsey Russell

Guided Ontario Canada Duck and Goose Hunting in major Canadian waterfowl migratory corridor formed by sandwiching a massive grain agriculture landscape between the impressive St. Lawrence and Ottawa rivers, where impressive Canada geese and duck numbers usually persist for the entire season. Now entering their 6th hunting season in operation, APEX Waterfowling produces generous, 5-bird Ontario honker limits about 99% of the time, and duck limits more times than not.

Ensuring that each group remains the singular focus, a small but extremely experienced and professional staff hosts single client teams of 4-8 at a time, never mixed groups. A full-time guide, a full-time chef, and a full-time scout have 10-plus years apiece under their belt, and are committed to delivering the best guided Ontario Canada duck and goose hunt possible. Owner-operator Ryan Reynolds holds 12 national Calling Titles, 4 Canadian Calling Championships, hosts the Canadian Duck and Goose Championships each year; is co-founder and co-owner of Capital Waterfowling, Canada’s largest duck and goose call manufacturer. He’s been a professional waterfowl guide for 15 years, having guided all across Canada, and presently sits on Wildlife Habitat Canada’s board of directors..

These Ontario Canada waterfowl hunts are conducted over a combination of dry-field and water sets, depending on scouting reports and targeted species. Canada geese and mallards, along with black ducks, are the real stars of the show, but other common species include lesser scaup, redheads, teal, wood ducks, long-tailed ducks and common goldeneyes. Over new-each-season, top-of-the-line decoys, all hunts are conducted from A-frame blinds ensuring that hunters of all ages and mobility can make the most of shooting opportunities.

“Our roots run deep in the area and we have profound relationships with local farmers, have many thousands of excellent, private-land leases under wraps,” says Ryan, “but as important is our transparency with clients. We don’t just stick them in a field, but we discuss priorities, options, and the factors at hand.”

Guests are lodged in a full house with private rooms, numerous bathrooms, all the normal creature comforts of home, and located conveniently within about 15 minutes of hunting locations. Chef Andrew Rochon treats guests to 3 full meals daily to include savory chili and hearty subs lunches, and the client-favorite braised beef short ribs dinner. Import your favorite shooting iron, or conveniently use one of theirs.

Guided Ontario duck and goose hunts with Apex Waterfowling are “Where Professionalism and Class Meet the Outdoors.” Located within convenient driving distance of key Atlantic Flyway states, where Canada goose and mallard limits were slashed for the 2019-2020 season, this Ontario Canada Duck and Goose Hunting package offers a reasonable alternative. For more information or to discuss dates, contact Ryan Reynolds at 613-453-8224, email apexwfinc@gmail.com.

Rates & Dates

Timing

When Guided Ontario Canada Duck and Goose Hunts – Apex Waterfowling

Guided Ontario Canada Goose Hunts generally October 10 – December 10. Best Dates: Ontario Canada Goose hunting is October 10-December 10, huge numbers of Canada geese for entire season. Likewise, mallards can be plentiful during the entire period. Ontario Canada duck hunting for divers (bluebills, redheads, goldeneyes) usually peaks October 10-November 30, while long-tailed ducks are usually best December 10-January 5.

Rates

Rates Guided Ontario Canada Duck and Goose Hunts – Apex Waterfowling

$1,700 (USD) for 3-day Guided Ontario Canada Duck and Goose Hunt

$2,350 for 5-day Guided Ontario Canada Duck and Goose Hunt

$1,000 Youth rate for 3-day Ontario Waterfowl Hunt Package when accompanied by paid adult client.

$500 per extra day.

$500 non-hunting guests for 3 days meals and lodging.

GROUP DISCOUNT: 10% for groups of 8.

CORPORATE RATE: Corporate hosts hunt free with minimum 5 or more paid guests.

Terms: Non-refundable 50% deposit required to reserve dates. Balance is due within 30 days of scheduled hunt. Cancellations require notice in advance of 30 days else full balance is due. In the event of a cancellation, fees may be applied to available hunt dates the following season for a $500 rebooking fee.

Trip Specifics

Included

Guided Ontario Canada Duck and Goose Hunts by APEX Waterfowling include: lodging, 3 meals daily, guided waterfowl hunt services, bird cleaning, Ottawa airport transfers, hunt-related transfers, firearm rental as needed, Ontario Canada waterfowl hunting licenses.

Not Included

Guided Ontario Canada Duck and Goose Hunts at Apex Waterfowling do not include ammo (available for purchase at lodge), alcohol, any special snacks, items of a personal nature, gratuities.

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Who is Ryan Reynolds, Apex Waterfowling, Ontario Canada Goose and Duck Guide?

Duck Season Somewhere Podcast Episode: Ottawa Valley Canada Goose Hunting. It’s late-April and Ontario’s Ottawa Valley is quiet. But this fall it will fill with raucous, migrating honkers gorging themselves on local crops before beating their way further south. Ryan Reynolds, Apex Waterfowling, and Ramsey touch base during the “Covid Pause.” How does goose hunting in Ontario’s Ottawa Valley differ from western provinces? What’s unique about interior Canada geese as compared to other subspecies? Ryan offers his candid appraisal of shotshells and the two hatch plans for the upcoming season. Listen to Episode

Itinerary for Guided Ontario Canada Goose and Duck Hunts at APEX Waterfowling

Arrive to the lodge after 3PM the day preceding your scheduled Ontario waterfowl hunt. Hunt each day until waterfowl limits achieved or until birds quit flying. Depart lodge on final hunting day by 2PM.

Hunting Licenses –Ontario Canada Goose and Duck Hunts at APEX Waterfowling

Small game license and migratory bird stamp is included in Ontario Canada waterfowl hunting packages, provided on arrival to camp (must provide copies of driver’s license and home state hunting license to outfitter preceding hunt).

What To Bring – Guided Ontario Canada Goose and Duck Hunt at APEX Waterfowling

Weather-appropriate clothing and footwear (waders not required but suggested for diver hunts), camo clothing, face masks. Because weather conditions are diverse, prepare to dress in layers. Consult Ottawa, Ontario, Canada weather forecasts preceding your scheduled hunt.
Foul weather gear and field bag
Shotgun (12 gauge minimum recommended), shot sizes #1 or #2 suggested
Plugged shotguns
Ice chests if transporting processed birds home

Retriever Policy – Ontario Canada Goose and Duck Hunt at APEX Waterfowling

Properly trained retrievers are always welcome, but they must be well managed so as not to negatively impact the hunting. Outfitter reserves right to also run his retriever to increase recovery efficiency.

Getting There – Ontario Canada Goose and Duck Hunt at APEX Waterfowling

Apex Waterfowling’s lodge is located about 10 minutes from Ottawa. Fly to Ottawa and you’ll be met by outfitter. If driving, instructions will be provided.

Waterfowl Limits – Guided Ontario Canada Duck and Goose Hunts – Apex Waterfowling

Canada Geese 5 per day (no possession limit)
Ducks: 6 per day (24 possession limit

Bird Processing – Guided Ontario Canada Duck and Goose Hunting

Bird Cleaning is included in the Ontario Canada waterfowl hunting package. Birds are processed to include wings and are properly tagged to comply with USFWS migratory bird possession and transportation statutes. If you wish to take birds home, you may bring an ice chest or purchase a Yeti at the lodge (discount rate).

USFWS statutes regarding transportation of migratory game birds are to be 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. Whether for meat or for taxidermy, all wildlife must be declared at customs.

References

Mike Durben donnadurbin1@gmail.com

CJ Tortella cjtortella@hotmail.com

Scott Smith scott@ss-property.com

Ramsey Russell ramsey@getducks.com

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Guided Ontario duck and goose hunts with APEX Waterfowling are “Where Professionalism and Class Meet the Outdoors.” Located within easy driving distance of most Atlantic Flyway states, where Canada goose and mallard limits were slashed since the 2019-2020 season, this Ontario Canada Duck and Goose Hunting package offers a great alternative. For more information or to discuss dates, contact Ryan Reynolds at 613-453-8224, email apexwfinc@gmail.com.