“snow geese”

There are a few hunts synonymous with spring: turkey, black bear, and snow geese. For those who pursue the arctic geese, there is usually no shortage of breasts and legs to deal with, and most hunters have found new respect for the fine-grained meat the birds provide. Read on for one such use for snow goose breasts.

State agencies are issuing avian influenza (HPAI) precautions after detection of the virus in locations they manage. Although the chance of encountering a diseased animal—even less of catching or transmitting it—the safety steps are simple and procedures most readers likely already follow.

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is asking waterfowl hunters and wildlife watchers heading to the field to keep an eye out for any sick or dead birds they find in the wild that may be the result of avian influenza. Meanwhile, the disease has been found in domestic flocks in neighboring Oklahoma.

Looking for a recipe that works with any goose, even a snow goose? Try Brad Fenson's Rum & Cola Pulled Goose.

Winchester Ammunition has introduced a high-velocity steel shotshell for waterfowl hunters that live to hear the buzz of early-season teal.

Brad Fenson gives hunters some ideas for what to do with the snow geese from spring conservation hunts in this game-fueled twist on a culinary classic.

HEVI-Shot adds a new load to its HEVI-Hammer Waterfowl shotshell lineup. 

During the spring conservation order, you can hunt with outfitters from Arkansas to Saskatchewan. Here’s how to avoid the poseurs and choose the right one.

This latest Member's Hunt comes from Douglas Franklin of Memphis, Tennessee.