Western Hunting Journal, Premiere Issue whj001_premiere | Page 10

GET YOUR HONK ON
A PHOTO ESSAY BY LUKE CLARK
Unmistakable in color and size, Canada geese are one of the most
intelligent waterfowl species to hunt. To lure in flocks close enough
for a shoot, it takes a good decoy spread, a well-hidden blind, a good
caller and a field loaded with feed. There are 11 different sub-species
of Canada geese, all present in the Pacific Flyway throughout the
goose hunting seasons. Each sub-specie is different, but there is one
common thread throughout: Canada geese are not easy to hunt.
When a honker hits the ground, and your dog makes the retrieve, it’s
a satisfying, well-earned trophy.
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