American Waterfowler Magazine Volume X Issue II Back Issue

Twenty years ago, the Feds unleashed the FIRST spring snow goose season At that time there were 12 million snows in the mid-continent flock. Today, that flock averages 13 million snow geese. Despite our best efforts, spring hunting still can’t put a dent in the snows. Find out more in this issue!
While you’re enjoying the read, don’t fall prey to off-season syndrome. It’s time to get ready for this year’s expected bumper crop of ducks and geese! Start with a list of must-have accessories for your shotgun, including portable multi-tools, slings, fiber-optic sights, cleaning agents and specialty choke tubes. Need a new decoying strategy? Set up with “feed” in mind and ratchet-up the action! Buying a new pup, or have one in training? It’s not too late to choose, or train, a young dog that won’t whine or creep when the birds are front and center. Find out how! Want to call geese like a pro? Come along on a field hunt and learn what it takes. Need a road trip? Follow along on a three-stop birdathon. There’s gear, tips, tricks, humor and more in the June/July 2019 issue.