Imagine looking up and seeing thousands upon thousands of snow geese swirling about on their journey to warmer winter climates. Every year, residents of and travelers to Addison, Vermont, can witness this perennial and mesmerizing display of flight in late March and early April. Winter in Vermont can be long and cold but this is worth heading out to see! From the whirling sound of their maneuvering to the clamorous honking above, it is impossible not to stand in wonder, gazing up at such a spectacle. If you want to see snow geese in Vermont, you can’t miss them here.
The Vermont snow geese invasion can be best spotted in and around the Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area on VT Route 17 W, Vergennes, Vermont. On rarer occasions, there will be a stunning display of snow geese landing at Dead Creek.
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The snow geese only stay for a few short weeks, at which time they continue their migration to the mid-Atlantic states.
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Come to Addison, Vermont, for the ultimate bird watching experience. Addison’s relatively central Vermont location makes it quite accessible for most Vermont travelers.
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A flock of snow geese hovering around a pond at Dead Creek Wildlife Area Visitor Center in Vergennes, Vermont. Dead Creek is a great place in Addison County to view the beautiful flock of snow geese.
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Head along Route 17 for the best chance of finding the flocks of snow geese. And if you want to see a possible snow geese landing, drive over to the Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area in Vergennes along Vt 17 W.
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The snow geese pictured here at Dead Creek are taking refuge for a while, finding food to satisfy their voracious appetites before continuing onward. They seem to enjoy the beautiful snow in Vermont as much as we do!
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For many years, the population of snow geese was dwindling. More than a decade ago, there were only around two to three thousand, but since then the numbers have been on the rise, now eclipsing more than 7,000 snow geese.
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A splendid moment to witness is when the flock decides it’s time to take off from their resting spot. The swirl and cluster of white will captivate even the most unobservant eye.
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When the snow geese fly overhead, and the sound and movement of the flock reverberate around the open plain, then one can stand in awe and appreciate the natural show these snow geese perform. If you are in search of a great nature show, come to Addison, Vermont, in quest of these white snow geese of Vermont in late winter every year.
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Have any of you seen this before? If so, leave a comment below sharing your experience; we would love to know!
If you want to see snow geese migrate in another somewhat nearby state, you can follow them to Delaware, too! Hundreds of Thousands Of Snow Geese Invade The Delaware Coast Every Winter And It’s A Sight To Be Seen
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