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September Shore-Based Canada Goose Hunt, Rangeley, Maine

An Airbnb-based September Canada goose loadout for shore hunting, with eight floating decoys, waders, and a kayak for retrieval and possible access.
September
Rangeley, Maine
Approximately September 15–20; September 20 is travel home.
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System guide

System Overview

This Airbnb-based Canada goose trip is planned for approximately September 15–20 in Rangeley, Maine. Hunting will be from shore around the area the contributor called “Spots Point,” with access scouted after arrival. September 20 is reserved for travel home, and all-day sits are not expected.

The shore setup includes eight Avian-X honker floaters, camo netting supported with surrounding brush or available materials, and a compact tripod stool. A relatively short carry from the truck is expected. Depending on the distance to the setup, the kayak may instead be launched at a boat ramp and paddled over.

There is no dog in this System. The Avery 18-foot telescoping pole is planned for handling decoys and retrieving nearby downed birds. The Ascend H12 kayak provides retrieval support as needed, with a paddle and life jacket included.

The likely starting clothing is the Gradient Pant without base-layer bottoms, lightweight Darn Tough socks, Wick SS, Approach Hoody, and chest waders. The Delta Pro jacket always rides in the hunting pack. The Catalyst normally stays in the truck unless the weather calls for bringing it to shore. Layers clearly unsuitable for conditions stay at the Airbnb; change-out clothing and spare socks stay in the truck.

  • Shore-based Canada goose hunting, with access scouted on arrival and a relatively short carry expected.
  • Eight floating honker decoys; camo netting supported using surrounding brush or available materials.
  • No dog: the pole handles decoys and nearby downed birds, with the kayak available for retrieval and potentially access.
  • Waders are the hunting-footwear plan. The Delta Pro stays in the pack, and the Catalyst comes from the truck when conditions warrant.
  • Airbnb base, no all-day sits anticipated, and September 20 reserved for the return trip.
At a glance

System Highlights

48Total items
SITKA Gradient Pant
19Clothing
Thermacell Fuel-ZoneGuard Extreme Mosquito Repeller Hunt Pack
16Field Support
Benelli SuperNova Item 20117 in Realtree Max-7
5Weapons & Optics
Cabela's Transporter 1200 2.0 Fanny Pack
4Pack & Carry