What do you really want when you visit a new hunting lodge? I have that discussion with lodge owners regularly over a pool table, beer, or in the kitchen at great places from South Dakota to the Pacific Northwest. So, I asked you. And them. And not surprisingly, based on your answers a lot of the places I like, you like. They love dogs and take special care of them. The cover is lush, the birds wild-crazy-hard flying. And clean? These places are clean and comfortable. They offer privacy when you want it, fellowship when you don’t.
We know; we’ve been there.
And for my fellow citizens of the Upland Nation, I’ve asked them to offer exclusive offers, big savings, and some nice added values to your hunting experience. Beginning this fall, those deals will change monthly, so there will always be something new, different, and sure to make your hunting more fun and a better value … as long as you jump on them fast. You’ll be able to warm up on a clays course, then venture into some of the most well-managed habitat in the country. You’ll have room to roam, and chase both wild birds, and their close cousins … all hard-flying and beautiful in the hand and delicious on the table.
Check back often - exclusive deals and savings change regularly starting in September.
Personal attention is a hallmark … you’re often dealing directly with owners, not “hired hands” without a stake in the success of your visit. And they all know that your visit is about more than simply taking home birds … fun, fellowship, and the wonder of our natural world. My friends at these lodges can offer you the hunting, dogs, terrain and amenities you say are most important to you. The things you “prefer,” which is why we named our exclusive little group Preferred Lodges … they have what you want. I know, because I’ve produced episodes of Wingshooting USA at each of these places, often more than one. If that’s not a testimonial, I don’t know what is! (You can watch those episodes and see exactly why I like these places so much by clicking on any of the lodge names in the right-hand column or on their logo, below.)
Ron, Ken and Beverly, Sara and Jake, Ryan, Ron and Michael have joined forces to offer members of the Upland Nation excellent value and exclusive, screamin’ deals on a variety of hunting-lodging packages. Like hunting, every lodge is different, so you’ll want to shop for the right fit for you (and your friends and family – most offers will encourage you to bring someone hunting). But they’re all special, operated by the owners (my friends), and dedicated to providing you a great time and excellent value for your dollar. I guarantee it.
There’s a price and package for everyone somewhere on our list of Upland Nation Preferred Lodges! Check in regularly, or subscribe to this page for monthly offers from the Upland Nation Preferred Lodges.
Our first exclusive offers are ready for your consideration! Go to the individual lodge pages by clicking on their logos below for details and BIG savings, freebies and other great values.
Ken and Bev Corbet welcome you with down-home hospitality amid history and incredible habitat, near Topeka, KS.
Jake and Sara Dusek's African-style adventure near Havre, MT.
The Rivett family, ably assisted by Michael Helm, have created a sportsman's paradise near Aberdeen, SD.
Ron Olmstead's laid-back approach belies exciting bird hunting amid rolling hills near Spokane, WA.
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Scott, dvr the show every week so I can go back and rewatch them for all the great tips i missed the first time. I have been pheasant and grouse hunting in central PA for most of my life, now with my brittanys, Callie(8yrs old) and Hunter(3yrs. old) and i am finally going to try and book a trip to SD,Kansas,Nebraska, or somewhere for pheasants with them, we have an outdoor show next month, the Eastern Sports and Outdoor show in Harrisburg, PA that I will be attending. I have never booked a trip before, any suggestions on questions or things I should look for in an outfitter, or should i just hunt the public lands that are offered. Any suggestions on places or questions are greatly apriciatted and will be looking forward to the next show. Thank You, Jason
Jason, generally I would steer away from “book now” offers at the show. Investigate each lodge by asking for references before putting down hard-earned money. Banking on public land in any of those states means hoping nobody’s hunted it before you got there, or risk sharing it with a crowd.
If you’re going to travel that far, why not ensure you get Callie and Hunter into plenty of birds? Many lodges will offer access to wild and released birds, and can even steer you to public land nearby. Three I recommend are Rivett Refuge Preserve in South Dakota, Ravenwood Lodge in Kansas, and Pheasant Bonanza in Nebraska. I’ve made shows at all three and can’t wait to get back. Tell them I sent you!
Ask about what is included in the price (how many meals, bird cleaning, transportation, beer). And, how many birds you can shoot for your fee. Ask how rooms are divvied – shared with someone or single? I’d also make sure they understand you have pointing dogs and want to hunt them, not a big line of drivers with blockers at the end of a field as is common in the Dakotas. Find out where your dogs will be sleeping, how many hunters per guide and whether tips are included in your rate. Have a great time!
Do you know of any good clubs in Nebraska?
Yes. Go to Pheasant Bonanza. We did. You’ll see the results next season.
Know of a good place to hunt quail in Kentucky?
Wish I did! Good luck.
Scott, I’m a regular viewer of your show and enjoy it. Just wondering if you were ever going to head east and do a grouse/woodcock show?
Thanks Mike. Been working on a grouse/woodcock show but just haven’t made a good connection yet. Stay tuned. At least we’ve gotten to bobwhite country!
Great show…I have a GSP and Lab that would love to join you.
You’ll have to sub for me, Rick. Take them out often. Thanks for the compliments.
Enjoy the show.
Thanks Phil.