Greylag goose shooting in Viken
Season: Aug 10 – Dec 23
Greylag goose is among the quarry species in Viken. Greylag goose hunting is the most important goose hunt in Norway. It starts as early as August 10th, and the first few days can yield good results while the geese are still feeding consistently on local fields.
Distribution
The greylag goose breeds along the coast from Rogaland to Troms, with the highest density in Rogaland, Vestland, Møre og Romsdal and Trøndelag. In autumn it migrates south in large flocks.
Terrain
Coastal landscape with salt marshes, islets and farmland. The goose grazes on grassland and stubble fields, and nests on islets and islands. It tends to stay near the sea.
Weight
3–4 kg
Terrain in Viken
Viken surrounds Oslo and stretches from the Oslo Fjord to the Swedish border. Østfold in the south has agricultural landscape and coastal forest. Akershus has suburban forests with surprisingly good hunting. Buskerud in the west has everything from cultural landscape to mountain forest and Hallingskarvet. Varied terrain provides many hunting opportunities.
Shooting greylag goose
Scout the evening before to see where the geese are feeding. Set decoys in natural formations. Lying flat gives the best camouflage.
Plan the day
Other game in Viken
Sep 1 – Dec 23 (expanding population)
Moose shootingSep 25 – Oct 31
Roe deer shootingAug 10 – Dec 23 (bucks from Aug 10, all from Sep 25)
Willow ptarmigan and rock ptarmigan shootingSep 10 – Feb 28/29 (Hallingdal/mountain areas)
Wild reindeer shootingAug 20 – Sep 30 (Hallingskarvet/Norefjell)
Western capercaillie shootingSep 10 – Dec 23
Black grouse shootingSep 10 – Feb 28/29
Mountain hare shootingSep 10 – Feb 28/29
Red fox shootingJul 15 – Apr 15
Greylag goose shooting in other counties
Frequently asked questions
When is the greylag goose shooting season in Viken?
The season for greylag goose in Viken is Aug 10 – Dec 23. Local regulations can shorten or extend this.
Where does greylag goose live in Viken?
The greylag goose breeds along the coast from Rogaland to Troms, with the highest density in Rogaland, Vestland, Møre og Romsdal and Trøndelag. In autumn it migrates south in large flocks.
Can I find ground to shoot greylag goose in Viken?
Yes. Landowners across Viken offer days on Hunta. Create a free account to browse available ground.
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