Whether you’re looking to hunt grouse in Maine, waterfowl in Saskatchewan or desert quail in Arizona, the questions are always the same: Who has the experience and ability to get me into birds? And who will make the hunt enjoyable from start to finish? Finding the right bird guide or outfitter is the first and most important step to venturing into new country and scoring an awesome wingshoot. One of the following guides from throughout the US and Canada may be the perfect fit for your next adventure.
Dave Brown Outfitters
Arizona, Montana and Saskatchewan, Canada
Dave Brown Outfitters offers a wide array of legendary North American wingshooting opportunities for wild birds. Take your pick of Arizona desert quail on an exclusive 150,000-acre ranch; Montana open-country pheasants, Huns, sharp-tailed grouse and sage grouse; or epic Saskatchewan upland and waterfowl combos. Dave knows these areas like the back of his hand; so whichever trip you choose, he and his team will have you set up for an incredible adventure.
520-604-2729
dave@davebrownoutfitters.com
davebrownoutfitters.com
Gobble-n-Grunt Outfitters
Nebraska
There’s no better place to bag the greater prairie chicken than the scenic Sandhills region of Nebraska in September and October. Since 1991 Gobble-n-Grunt Outfitters has offered successful private-land hunts for chickens as well as sharp-tailed grouse and doves with many service options that cater to the needs of their clients (including airport pick-up, gun rentals, meals, lodging, guides and dogs). Call to arrange your exclusive hunt and enter the ranks of the few who have successfully hunted the “King of the Prairie”!
402-459-5823
chris@gobblengrunt.com
gobblengrunt.com
Grouse Haven Wing-Shooting
Maine
A Maine grouse and woodcock hunt with a Master Maine Guide is the definition of classic wingshooting. Grouse Haven’s Michael Browning uses his 15 years of Master Guide experience to put hunters into birds and make their Maine adventure unforgettable. Hunts run from October 1 to December 31 and include pointing dogs (your dogs are welcome), lunch and local transportation. Michael also offers a Grouse Safari package for those who want an even more inclusive trip.
207-491-9856
michaeltbrowning81@gmail.com
grousehavenwingshooting.com
The Grouse Lodge at Little Moran
Minnesota and South Dakota
Steve “Grouseman” Grossman and his son Travis are experts at arranging bucket-list hunts for wild birds. Hunt prairie chickens and sharp-tailed grouse on the South Dakota prairies with Wild Prairie Bird Hunts or ruffed grouse and woodcock in Minnesota’s North Woods at The Grouse Lodge at Little Moran. Since 1987 Steve has catered to upland hunters with his seasoned English setters, splendid accommodations, wonderful meals and a lifetime of stories. Available dates are limited, so book today!
218-341-2826
doublegunbirdhunts@gmail.com
thegrouselodge.com
Montana Bird Hunts
Montana
Montana offers a tremendous variety of wild birds, and Montana Bird Hunts’ Casey Phelps and his string of pointing dogs is 100% equipped to lead you to pheasants, Hungarian partridge and all manner of grouse. Montana Bird Hunts’ popular 3-day/4-night hunting package includes meals, lodging and transportation around Lewistown and Big Timber, allowing guests to focus on hunting instead of logistics. Prime time is from September to mid-November, depending on species.
406-459-1207
tenmilecreekoutfitters@gmail.com
montanabirdhunts.com
Montgomery Outfitting Services
Saskatchewan, Canada
Southwestern Saskatchewan is one of the best-kept secrets in the upland hunting world, and no one has his finger on the pulse of the Hungarian partridge and sharp-tailed grouse populations like Doug Montgomery. With 50 years experience, Doug specializes in 3-day full-service hunts amidst the region’s grainfields and grasslands. Book a hunt from mid-September to November 1, and you’ll likely experience one of the finest wingshoots of your life.
306-629-7576
hunterlandsk@gmail.com
On Point Guide Service
Arizona and Nevada
Chukar hunting on relatively flat terrain is a rare thing, but that’s exactly what hunters will experience on Bud Ogan’s northern Nevada chukar and Hun hunts. On Point Guide Service also arranges fantastic hunts for Mearns, blue and Gambel’s quail in both Arizona and Nevada. Expect quality service from a seasoned outfitter whose wild-bird-only guided-hunt packages include everything from pre-scouted birds and trained dogs to meals, lodging, transportation and airport pick-up.
702-203-7228
ogan.robert@yahoo.com
Santa Fe Guiding Company
New Mexico
Wild-bird hunting in New Mexico with Bob King’s Santa Fe Guiding Company is a blast! With more than 30 years in business, SFGC offers the finest hunting for dusky grouse in the high country; plus ducks over decoys, doves and special-draw sandhill crane hunts on the lower Rio Grande; and world-class hunts for four species of desert quail. SFGC operates September through February on huge private ranches and by permit on limitless federal lands.
505-690-2847
bob@santafeguidingco.com
santafeguidingco.com
Wyoming Wings & Waters
Wyoming
Owner and head guide Ryan Aune is your ticket to a Wyoming mixed bag of pheasants, Huns, chukar, blue grouse and sage grouse. These are truly wild birds found in one of America’s most untouched rural landscapes, so be ready for multiple hard-flying coveys each day. A full-day package includes morning and afternoon hunts with dogs; handcrafted meals prepared in the field; plus snacks and beverages, transportation and incredible views.
307-388-8672
ryan@wyupland.com
wywingsandwaters.com
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