Best Gauges for Hunting Cackling Goose: Comparisons & Picks
Best Gauges for Hunting Cackling Goose: Comparisons & Picks Practical gauge-by-gauge advice for small-bodied geese—ethics first, non-toxic shot only. Cackling geese are smaller than standard Canadas, which opens the door to lighter gauges when shots are close and over decoys. US federal law requires non-toxic shot for waterfowl, and many jurisdictions limit shotgun capacity to […]
Best Gauges for Hunting Canada Goose: Comparisons & Picks
Best Gauges for Hunting Canada Goose: Comparisons & Picks From big honkers over fields to late-season migrators on big water—choose the right gauge, load, and choke for ethical, clean kills. Canada geese are tough birds with heavy bones and thick feathers. U.S. waterfowl rules require non-toxic shot (e.g., steel, bismuth, tungsten). Below we compare the […]
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Shotgun Gauge for Hunting Scaup
Discover the pros and cons of 12 gauge, 20 gauge, 16 gauge, 10 gauge, and 28 gauge shotguns for hunting Scaup. Learn which gauge suits your hunting style and game needs.