Also known as: Canada goose, honker
Canada geese are common in Arkansas during fall and winter, with both migrant populations from the north and a growing resident population. These large, recognizable geese are identified by their black head and neck with a white cheek patch. Arkansas offers both an early September Canada goose season and a regular season that coincides with duck season. Canada goose hunting requires nontoxic shot and both federal and state waterfowl stamps.
Hunting Season
Early season: Sept 1 โ Oct 15, 2025 (daily 5, possession 15). Regular season: Nov 22 โ Dec 1, Dec 10โ23, Dec 27 โ Jan 31 (daily 2, possession 6).
Frequently Asked Questions
Regulations for hunting Canada Goose in Arkansas
Canada goose hunting in Arkansas has an early season (Sept 1 โ Oct 15) with a daily limit of 5, and a regular season coinciding with duck season (three splits Nov 22 โ Jan 31) with a daily limit of 2. Nontoxic shot required. Federal duck stamp and Arkansas waterfowl stamp required for hunters 16+.
When is Canada Goose hunting season in Arkansas?
Early season: Sept 1 โ Oct 15, 2025 (daily 5, possession 15). Regular season: Nov 22 โ Dec 1, Dec 10โ23, Dec 27 โ Jan 31 (daily 2, possession 6).
What is the bag limit for Canada Goose in Arkansas?
Early season: 5/day, 15 possession. Regular season: 2/day, 6 possession.
What's another name for Canada Goose?
Canada Goose is also known as Canada goose, honker in Arkansas.
References
| State | Category | Directory | Subcategory | Content | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | Hunting | Regulations | Season Dates | Early season: Sept 1 โ Oct 15, 2025 (daily 5, possession 15). Regular season: Nov 22 โ Dec 1, Dec 10โ23, Dec 27 โ Jan 31 | Link |
| Arkansas | Hunting | Regulations | Regulations | Canada goose hunting in Arkansas has an early season (Sept 1 โ Oct 15) with a daily limit of 5, and a regular season coi | Link |
