Aug 1, 2015 · Has anybody loaded .410 rounds of TSS for geese? The voice in my head is saying that with #8s one could achieve a solid pattern density, a great shot distance, and considering the tiny payload it would be far easier on your wallet. And shoulder. I …

Dec 17, 2008 · Every summer ducks and geese loose their primary flight feathers for a short period of time, and then grow new flight feathers. This processes is called molting. While waterfowl are in molt they cannot fly and are vulnerable to predators. Because of this vulnerability, another type of northern migration takes place in the waterfowl world.

Aug 6, 2010 · Have had a few discussions with some buddies about shooting geese on a roost pond thats right behind my house and the effect it will have one them coming back during the season. Last year we shot a limit off the pond on the last day of the season, which was the only time we hunted there the...

Jun 6, 2008 · 20 gauge is fine for geese. i've used 20 gauges before for geese and one of my friends, the only gun he owns is a 20 gauge, and he kills geese no problem on a regular basis.

Feb 2, 2024 · To be honest, if it's geese you're after, a 3" shell will provide all the space you need for an effective straight steel load. The TSS/steel blend makes sense in shorter or narrower shells. Or of you're hoping for some sort of duck/goose combo shell. It's only sky busting if you miss...

Aug 29, 2020 · BB shot is a much better choice for early season geese than #4 or #5 steel. I too have killed many geese with duck loads. However, when targetting geese, large shot is better and will kill the birds at and beyond the ranges where #4 and #5 steel are effective. Click to expand...

Mar 19, 2025 · In the last several seasons my personal preference in waterfowl ammunition has gravitated towards 12 gauge 2 3/4" 1oz steel #3s for ducks and 1 1/8oz steel B and BBs for geese over decoys, I'm not a pass shooter. At the opposite end, I know guys who won't shoot anything else and they kill a lot of birds with these loads throughout the season.

Feb 11, 2015 · I have a 10 acre field on the river, what is the best thing I can plant in it to attract geese? Im guessing corn? I have a grain drill I can use.

Apr 30, 2005 · i have noticed several different nicknames people use for waterfowl when discussing different birds. you'll hear people mention bull sprigs or greenheads or cans in any given conversation. a lot of them are obvious, however, we just assume everyone knows what particular bird we are referring...

May 27, 2010 · Just for the heck of it, this is to show the difference in effective ranges for geese across a wide range of shot types. This is using a standard 2.25" of penetration which is considered a good penetration number for geese by several reloaders. Data is for 5000' at 32F. If you're shooting...