ABOUT OUTFITTER:
This long-established hunting operation offers a premier Red Stag experience built around exceptional land management, world-class genetics, and a commitment to providing hunters with a first-class experience from arrival through departure. The property has a hunting history dating back to the 1940s and has been carefully managed for decades to produce outstanding trophy quality.
One of the defining features of this operation is its Red Stag genetics. Every stag on the property carries 100% purebred New Zealand bloodlines, widely regarded among the finest trophy Red Deer genetics in the world. These genetics have become so respected that other hunting operations source animals from this herd to strengthen their own breeding programs. Multiple stags from the property have qualified for the SCI record book, with trophy potential ranging from approximately 240" to more than 500".
The operation combines these genetics with strict herd management, controlled hunting pressure, and an emphasis on allowing animals to reach maturity. An experienced team of professional guides provides one-on-one service in the field, while a dedicated lodge staff delivers a high level of hospitality throughout the stay.
HUNT DETAILS:
This is a fully guided, one-on-one Red Stag hunt conducted on an exclusively managed private land. The terrain consists of rolling ridges, hardwood draws, wooded hillsides, open areas, and spring-fed valleys that provide hunters with an enjoyable and authentic spot-and-stalk hunting experience. Hunters can expect to see an impressive number of animals, averaging approximately 20-30 stags per day in addition to numerous hinds. Trophy quality is exceptional, with available stags ranging from the 240" minimum up through true world-class animals exceeding 500". Hunters can select the trophy class that best fits their goals and hunt accordingly.
The primary season runs from August 15 through February 15, with a limited number of opportunities to hunt velvet stags during July. One of the most exciting times to hunt is during the Red Stag rut, or "roar," which typically peaks during late September and early October. During this period, mature stags become increasingly vocal and aggressive, creating an exciting hunt as their roars echo across the property. Excellent hunting is also available outside the rut throughout the season.
A typical day begins with a hot breakfast before sunrise, followed by a morning hunt with the guide. Hunters generally return to the lodge during the middle of the day for lunch and a break before heading back into the field for the afternoon hunt. Evenings are spent enjoying dinner at the lodge, relaxing, and preparing for the following day's hunt.
Both rifle and archery hunters are welcome. Rifle shots are generally less than 200 yards, and a .30-caliber rifle or similar setup is recommended. Bowhunters should be comfortable shooting accurately at distances out to approximately 70 yards. The hunt is considered easy to moderate in physical difficulty, with elevations generally ranging from approximately 1,200 to 1,270 feet.
Weather varies considerably throughout the long season. August and September can bring daytime temperatures ranging from the 70s into the 90s. October and November typically produce daytime temperatures in the 40s to 60s with nights in the 30s and 40s. December through February can bring temperatures ranging from the 20s into the 40s. Rain and fog are possible throughout the season, making quality waterproof footwear and a versatile layering system important.
Hunters enjoy an extremely high opportunity rate, and the operation stands behind the quality of the experience with a No Harvest, No Pay policy. If a hunter does not receive an opportunity to take a shot at a qualifying animal, they will receive a refund.
The hunt includes one-on-one guiding, lodging, meals, licenses and tags, field care, caping assistance, preparation of meat for processing, cooler loading, and access to a shooting range extending beyond 1,200 yards. Hunters are responsible for transportation to and from the property, taxidermy, final meat processing, and gratuities.
Following a successful hunt, guides assist with field care, proper caping, and preparation of the trophy for the hunter's taxidermist. They will also assist with preparing and loading meat into the hunter's coolers. Hunters are responsible for their own taxidermy arrangements and final meat processing.
Once the hunt is complete, guests have several opportunities to enjoy the property and surrounding area. On-site activities include fishing for crappie, bass, and catfish on a private 40-acre stocked lake, as well as canoeing, kayaking, and paddle-boarding. Guests can also spend time on the property’s 1,200+ yard shooting range. For special occasions, an on-site chapel is available for events and weddings. Beyond the property, guests can explore nearby public lands for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing or visit scenic waterways for canoeing, kayaking, float trips, and fishing. Additional lakes and rivers in the surrounding area provide even more outdoor recreation opportunities. A nearby community offers dining, shopping, and a historic downtown district, while larger destinations offering extensive dining, entertainment, shopping, and attractions can be reached within approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Hunters stay in a first-class hunting lodge designed to provide a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere after each day in the field. The main lodge offers five private guest rooms, while a separate three-bedroom guest house provides additional privacy and flexibility for couples, families, larger groups, and corporate retreats.
Meals are an important part of the experience and are prepared fresh each day. Hunters can expect a hot breakfast before heading into the field, lunch during the middle of the day, and a home-cooked dinner upon returning from the evening hunt. Homemade desserts and lodge-style meals have become a memorable part of the experience for many guests. Dietary restrictions and special needs can generally be accommodated with advance notice.
The lodge features expansive outdoor porches, a large great room with a stone fireplace, and a private 40-acre stocked lake. The setting makes this hunt particularly well suited for hunters who want to bring a spouse, family members, or other non-hunting companions. Non-hunting guests are welcome for an additional daily fee.
Recommended equipment includes layered, weather-appropriate hunting clothing, waterproof insulated boots, comfortable clothing for evenings at the lodge, binoculars, a rangefinder, headlamp, preferred rifle or bow and appropriate ammunition, coolers for transporting meat, personal medications, and necessary charging equipment.
LICENSE INFORMATION:
This is a private-preserve Red Stag hunt, making the licensing process extremely simple. There is no draw or application process required to secure a hunt.
All required licenses and tags are supplied on-site as part of the hunt, and hunters do not need to complete any licensing requirements prior to arrival. Once hunt dates are secured, the necessary licensing and tagging process is handled for the client.
A deposit is required to reserve hunt dates and is non-refundable. When circumstances allow, the outfitter will work with hunters to reschedule if an unexpected situation prevents them from attending their scheduled hunt.
*The outfitter offers two hunt slots each week, providing hunters with convenient arrival and departure options. The first hunt begins with arrival at noon on Sunday and concludes with departure at noon on Wednesday. The second hunt begins with arrival at noon on Wednesday and concludes with departure at noon on Saturday. This schedule allows the outfitter to host two separate groups each week while providing each hunter with a dedicated, fully guided hunting experience.
Show More
Login