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Beginner Goose Hunting Tips
from: Maxx Sports GuidesIf you're new to the sport of goose hunting it's important to learn a few basics so you understand how to be as successful as possible on your hunts. Start by learning a few basic goose hunting tips you can use in a variety of settings and locations, then refine these to meet your exact hunting requirement. Remember, not all goose hunting tips will be applicable in all situations, but learning a variety of strategies will allow you to pick and choose what will work the best.
Some of the tried and true goose hunting tips include:
* Place your decoys in a J, U or X shaped pattern (called a spread) to most closely approximate the normal positioning of feeding geese. Remember, geese in the later part of the season become very wary of decoys and you'll need to be a bit more creative in strategically placing the decoys.
* One of the most important goose hunting tips is to scout the area where you're going to hunt at least three or four days before you plan to hunt. Watch the movement, look for feeding fields, and study the large bodies of water to see where the flock typically flies to and from. If you've never hunted the area before, consider using a local guide at least for the first time.
* If you're going to use flags to bring in flocks of geese, be cautious about how much action you put on the flag, especially when the flock is close. A gray or black flag can be used to mimic geese in a field, but it won't fool the flock when they get close. Consider a decoy with wing movement or a decoy on a spring mount and stop flagging when the flock starts heading your direction.
* If you're using calls, do so carefully. Geese have different calls to indicate feeding, flocking and danger, so make sure you're giving the correct type of call. If you plan to use an electronic caller, make sure they're allowed and legal in the area you are hunting.
* When using blinds, be sure to have them set up well before first light. Choose blinds with a low profile and similar to the terrain and coloration of the surrounding area. Geese are likely to fly away and not land when the area looks disturbed or different, and blinds are often a dead give away that danger is present, especially into the season.
To get ideas for goose hunting tips for various areas consider using an online forum or joining a hunting club in your area. Many of the clubs provide information about other areas as well as offer discounts to guides and guide services in various areas.
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