At St. Lawrence Outfitters Inc., we are proud to offer our hunters a nearly endless variety of waterfowl hunting opportunities. Thanks to our unique location, long seasons, and diverse bird populations, we are able to provide many different waterfowl hunting experiences.
The majority of our hunting takes place over agricultural fields; however, we also hunt ditches, inland rivers, and the big water of the St. Lawrence River. This allows us to offer world‑class hunting for Canada Geese, Snow Geese, Mallards, and Goldeneyes.
Canada Goose hunting is what we are famous for at St. Lawrence Outfitters. Eastern Ontario is one of the largest staging areas in the world for Canada Geese, with nearly 500,000 birds using the area throughout the season.
While we have thousands of resident birds during the summer and early September, the main migration begins in mid to late September, when an incredible number of birds arrive from the breeding grounds of Northern Quebec. These birds stage in our area until late November or early December before continuing south for the winter.
Even after the main migration moves on, we still hold thousands of birds that remain until the very end of the season, providing excellent hunting well after Christmas.
Most of our goose hunting is done on agricultural land, where we have access to an extensive number of fields across a large area. We hunt a mix of feeder fields and traffic fields. We scout every morning and evening—feeder fields hold large numbers of birds actively feeding, while traffic fields see consistent movement overhead.
Our goal is to provide every group with a great hunting experience while carefully managing bird pressure across the area. With a long season and a high volume of hunters, consistency from opening day through the end of the season is a top priority.
We also offer a variety of water hunts for Canada Geese, which are always popular with our guests. Hunting ponds, quarries, and rivers is a great way to change things up and experience the excitement of geese over water. These are traffic hunts, as we do not shoot over active roosting areas.
Most of our hunts are conducted from A‑frame style blinds. These blinds provide excellent weather protection and concealment while offering a comfortable setup. Hunters sit on chairs inside the blind and stand to shoot. This method has been the preferred choice of our clients for several years.
We also offer layout blind hunts when conditions are right. Our goal is to provide the best possible experience, allowing hunters to choose the style of hunt that best suits their preferences.
Most fields are easily accessible by truck, allowing us to drive directly to the setup location. When conditions are too wet for vehicle access, we use tracked ATVs to transport gear. If a hunter is unable to walk into the field, we are happy to provide an ATV ride to and from the setup.
Over the past several years, duck hunting has declined overall; however, we still experience excellent duck hunting at times, especially later in the fall (mid‑November through early January).
We hunt Mallards in both fields and over water. Field hunts are often combination shoots, as geese frequently use the same fields. Water hunts take place on creeks, small rivers, and the St. Lawrence River once inland waters have frozen.
Goldeneye hunts are conducted on the St. Lawrence River, typically starting in mid‑December and continuing until the season closes.
Traditionally, Snow Goose hunting in eastern Canada was limited to Quebec. In recent years, however, the Greater Snow Goose migration route has shifted into eastern Ontario, providing us with excellent Snow Goose hunting opportunities in both fall and spring.
Snow Goose hunting is known for liberal limits and big shoots, but it is also one of the most challenging waterfowl hunts available. Success depends on many factors beyond our control, including hatch success, bird age, and weather—especially wind.
Adult Snow Geese are extremely smart and wary. Generally, the higher the number of juvenile birds in the population, the better the hunting. When conditions are right, Snow Goose hunting can be absolutely unforgettable. When conditions are tough, it can be very challenging—but that is the nature of Snow Goose hunting. For many hunters, the effort is worth it for the adrenaline rush of a great day, and the pursuit quickly becomes an addiction.
We offer several lodging options and do our best to match each group with the best available accommodation.
The Roost
Our on‑site lodge is a converted motel featuring apartment‑style units. Each apartment includes:
The Roost is ideal for groups who prefer more space and the option to cook their own meals.
Ault Island Cottage
Located across the road from The Roost, this beautiful cottage sits along the St. Lawrence River and features:
This option is ideal for larger groups.
McIntosh Country Inn
Located in Morrisburg, this traditional hotel offers the convenience of two attached restaurants.
Standard group size is 4–6 hunters. Single hunters or smaller groups are welcome but may be paired with others. Groups of four or more will have a private hunt.
Youth hunters 18 and under hunt for half price.
Accommodations are based on double occupancy. Single or private rooms are available for an additional charge.
All hunters must have:
Out‑of‑province or international hunters must purchase a Non‑Resident Small Game License.
First‑time Ontario hunters must provide proof of a hunting license or hunter safety course from their home province or state. Licenses can be purchased at the local Canadian Tire, or you can send us your documentation and we can arrange the license for you.
Returning Ontario hunters will need an Ontario Outdoors Card and can purchase licenses online.
International hunters must complete a Canadian Firearms Declaration and declare firearms at Canada Customs upon entry. The process is straightforward and typically quick. We recommend completing the form prior to arrival.
