Women's Outdoor News Jan. 2014 | Page 25

WOMEN’SOUTDOORSNEWS January 2014 “Goose hunting, much akin to all waterfowling, is difficult. It’s muddy, it’s exhausting and it can be downright annoying if the birds aren’t cooperating. But when the birds are plentiful and your shots connect, it’s one of the most rewarding hunting experiences you’ll ever enjoy.” Photos courtesy of Writing Huntress Ask Writing Huntress: Goose hunting for beginners Dear Writing Huntress, I’m trying my hand at waterfowl hunting this year and need some help. The only other kind of hunting I’ve done was deer hunting with my 20-gauge pump shotgun. Do you have any basic guidelines for a newbie goose hunter? Is my 20-gauge enough to kill a goose? How do you cook goose meat? Sincerely, Overwhelmed in Ohio Dear Overwhelmed, First off, take a big, deep breath. Then take another. Are ݔ