IA DNR: Waterfowl counts

You can telephone 1- (712) 387-2032 to obtain recorded information regarding current waterfowl numbers in the Riverton area. The message is updated as weather conditions and waterfowl numbers change during the spring, and is updated weekly during the fall.

South Dakota

The South Dakota Division of Game, Fish and Parks has maintained an on-line summary of waterfowl movements in South Dakota with some reference to Nebraska and North Dakota.

South Dakota Spring Light Geese Info

North Dakota

The North Dakota Department of Game and Fish reports spring snow goose movement through their state.

The US Fish and Wildlife Service reports fall waterfowl movements in North Dakota on a weekly basis.

Missouri

The Missouri Department of Conservation maintains an on-line summary of waterfowl counts done at various sites within Missouri.

Missouri Spring Light Geese Info

Minnesota

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources posts fall waterfowl migration reports on the WWW.

Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife Refuge

The US Fish and Wildlife Service flys aerial surveys of the Upper Mississippi Refuge weekly during the fall and posted waterfowl counts on their web site. To view the refuge web site, Click Here.

Desoto Bend National Wildlife Refuge

A major fall rest area for light geese. Fall waterfowl counts can be obtained by calling 1- (712) 642-4121.

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Last Update October 30, 2006