2023 Canada Goose Hunting Gear Guide
This refreshing collection of gear will improve or enhance your Canada goose hunts this fall
This refreshing collection of gear will improve or enhance your Canada goose hunts this fall
The Higdon Alpha Wobbler Magnum Canada Full-Form Shell features exceptional realism and natural movement to liven-up the spread when finishing wary honkers. These magnum decoys have adjustable, removable heads, for multiple head postures, and are stackable. $149.99 (per 6) higdonoutdooors.com
The GoPro HERO11 Black is durable, lightweight, and waterproof, and features a larger image sensor, higher resolution video and imagery, with next-level stabilization. Loaded with new features, including the cold weather Enduro battery and capability to automatically send highlight videos directly to your phone. Consider purchasing the bundle, which includes a slew of accessories youll want. $400 to $600 gopro.com
ALPS Outdoorz Alpha Waterfowl Blind features many improvements over similar offerings on the market, including adjustable angle, push open blind doors with mesh viewing windows for unobstructed shooting, full-width side doors for easy entry and exit, and two dog doors on either end so canine partners can also view the action. Ample exterior brush loops/pockets, and interior mesh pockets and webbing to hang bird straps and calls. Durable powder-coated, square aluminum tubing frame and 600D, tan polyester skin. $599.99 alpzoutdoorz.com
The Drake Refuge Blind Bag offers no-frills protection for necessities when you dont want to be loaded down with unnecessary extra gear. Simple, open space design features improved zipper and durable hardware, an outer storage pocket, six neoprene front shell loops, and an adjustable strap with HD2 shoulder pad. Easily fits inside the blind or retains a low-profile presence outside the blind. Available in various camo patterns including versatile Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Habitat. $39.99 drakewaterfowl.com
The Power Calls Surge short-reed Canada Goose call is easy to operate, and easy on the wallet. Capable of volume, range, and speed any caller desires, this call features durable stealth black polycarbonate/acrylic blend construction with molded, broken-in Lightning guts, providing realistic tone from top to bottom. $59.99 power-calls.com
The Winchester SX4 Universal Hunter features super versatile NEW Mossy Oak DNA camo. This guide-reliable 12-gauge is built on the Active Valve Gas System teamed with a chrome-plated back-bored barrel that habitually digests 2 through 3.5inch shells with zero issues, while sending exceptional patterns downrange through Invector-Plus choke tubes. Composite stock with sling studs, LOP spacers and three chock tubes included. MSRP: $1169.99 winchesterguns.com
Redesigned Federal Speed-Shok steel shot ammunition features an improved fast-burning, clean propellent that leaves drastically less residue in the barrel and action than its predecessor, as well as a high-performance primer that provides the most complete, consistent ignition possible for hard-hitting results on big geese. If your thing is designer loads, this isnt the one. If you seek consistency and reliability for a fair price, take a look at Federal Speed-Shok.
Chne Gear waders have raised the bar to a new level, and now the mavens at the companys Memphis headquarters have tweaked their wader boot design and added few features for the new Zippered Knee Boot. All-natural rubber over insulating neoprene for durability, flexibility, and complete waterproof protection. Quick drying, moisture wicking liner keeps feet dry and comfortable while hustling through sloppy stubble fields. Full-length side YKK zipper and waterproof gusset allows for easy on and off. Comes with an extra set of 7mm innersoles for custom fitting. $200 chenegear.com
Drake Guardian Elite Pro Ultra-Lite 3-Layer Waterproof Bibs combine all-day comfort with 100 percent waterproof/windproof/breathable protection from snow, rain, and bone-chilling winds. Weighing roughly 28 ounces, they pack down easily and take up less space, while full-length, waterproof zippered legs easily go over your boots. Well thought-out pockets and storage for essentials. Four patterns including Mossy Oak Bottomland and Shadow Grass Habitat. $249.99 drakewaterfowl.com
The big and bold, Heavy Hauler Hollow Bones Goose Flag only weighs six ounces, and features a durable, yet lightweight fiberglass rod blank with soft foam grip, and weather-resistant 100 percent polyester fabric body. This flag is ready for a hard day of running traffic and wont give you tennis elbow in the process. $29.99 heavyhauleroutdoorgear.com
Higdons Alpha Magnum Canada Goose Floaters are large, highly detailed, and anatomically correct, and feature a forward-weighted, short-stringing keel design, as well as removable heads for transport and storage. Four unique poses included in each four pack. $119.99 higdonoutdoors.com