Arkansas Guided Hog & Deer Combo Hunt

Gilmore, AR

2-6 Guests • Lodge • Private • Guided

Description

WHAT TO EXPECT ON YOUR ARKANSAS GUIDED DEER AND HOG COMBO HUNT

Please plan to arrive the afternoon before your first morning hunt to meet up to sign release of liability forms and set up a game plan for the next day.

If you have reserved the Guided Deer & Hog Hunt Combo with Lodging, you will arrive at the lodge to check-in anytime between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM CDT the day before your first hunt.

You will meet your guide the morning of your hunt 1 hour before legal shooting light at either the lodge or at a predetermined location near the hunting grounds.

You will follow behind in your own vehicle to the hunting grounds. Your guide will provide the ATV/UTV or Argo to transport you to and from the hunting blinds. You are welcome to bring your own tree climber stand if you would like. You are required to provide your own camo and hunting equipment.

If you are doing the guided hunt with lodging, each guest in your party will be given a bed room to unload your belongings. We pair 2 people to a room and you will NOT room with someone you don’t know. We ask that all of your muddy gear stay in the mud room, garage or shop.

Our goal is to make sure you have an opportunity to harvest a quality deer (buck or doe) and a Arkansas Razorback Hog and enjoy a true Arkansas bottom land hunting experience! After the hunt you will be escorted by your guide back to the hunting lodge. If you are doing the guided hunt only, your guide will contact you after scouting to give you the game plan for the next days hunt.

We are hunting wild deer & hogs, not high fenced animals. Your guide will put you in the area where we are seeing the most activity to give you the best opportunity to kill a deer and hog. We have over 20 cell cams deployed across several thousand acres of intensely managed private land.

Each day while you are hunting, your guide will head out to scout for the next days hunt. If you are doing the guided hunt with lodging, you can plan on either hanging out at the lodge enjoying some skeet shooting, pool, darts, TV and a few cocktails or there are several nearby attractions that clients enjoy checking out.

Tips are customary and much appreciated if you feel your guides worked hard to give you the best possible Arkansas Deer hunting experience. The last day of the hunt will wrap up by 2:00 PM CDT. Check out time is by 4:00 PM CDT last day of the hunt.

When you are at the lodge, make yourself at home. This is your Arkansas Hunting Vacation! Enjoy it!

OTHER AREA ATTRACTIONS

  • Ducks Unlimited Waterfowling Heritage Center - Our newest attraction that duck hunters have to experience is a visit to the new Ducks Unlimited Waterfowling Heritage Center only 25 minutes away. It is Bass Pro Shops largest superstore featuring a treasury of duck hunting history and memorabilia. The Memphis Pyramid has been converted into the largest wildlife interactive museum focusing on raising awareness of wetlands and waterfowl conservation, emphasizing the importance of rivers and wetlands to society and illustrating the role that hunters play in conserving wildlife habitat and the waterfowl resources. It’s a must-see if you are going to be in AR hunting with us this year!

  • Lake Wapanocca National Wildlife Refuge - You can take a 10-minute drive to Lake Wapanocca National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge has a nice viewing platform and it can hold over 1,000,000 birds during certain times during the migration. We highly recommend taking a camera and going to watch the sunset from the viewing platform. It’s an unbelievable sight!

  • DNW Outdoors - If you are a waterfowl fanatic like most of us, you will definitely want to check out DNW Outdoors in Jonesboro, AR. It’s about a 30-minute drive but worth the drive.

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

  • Lodging - We operate two lodges in North East Arkansas. We operate out of Gilmore, AR (aka The Gilmore Lodge) and McCrory, AR (aka The Augusta Lodge)

    • The Gillmore Lodge - Gillmore, AR - Fully Furnished 3600 Sq. Ft. Lodge

      • 6 Bedrooms

      • 3 Bath Rooms

      • 2 Mud rooms

      • 60” Big Screen TV w/ Direct TV & NFL Sunday Ticket

      • Can Sleep up to 16

      • Large Game Room - Pool Table, Darts, Bar, Flat Screen

      • Skeet Shooting

    • The Augusta Lodge - McCrory, AR - Fully Furnished 2600 Sq. Ft. Lodge

      • 4 Bedrooms

      • 2 Bath Rooms

      • 1 Mud Room

      • 60” Big Screen TV w/Direct TV & NFL Sunday Ticket

      • Can Sleep up to 16

      • Large Detached Game Room - Pool Table, Darts, Indoor Corn Hole, Big Flat Screen

      • Skeet Shooting & Stocked Fishing Pond

Price is per day for a guided deer and hog combo hunt. 2 person/2 day minimum to book. Lodging is available for an additional fee per person per day.

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Guided Hunt w/Lodging

$114.99


Your Host

Mike's Trip

Mike D

I am 46 years old, married and have 3 beautiful daughters. I have been hunting waterfowl since the age of 14 and guiding for the last 27 years. I have chased waterfowl from Manitoba Canada to Venice, LA up and down the Mississippi Flyway. I now do all of my hunting in North East AR because THIS IS WHERE THE DUCKS ARE! I hunt everyday of the AR Waterfowl season and hunt like “EVERYDAY IS OPENING DAY!” I am extremely passionate about duck hunting and enjoy sharing my passion with others. With 3 daughters, I am a big advocate for getting kids and women involved in our hunting tradition. I will do what it takes to make sure you have the best hunting experience of your life.

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Base Price

$985.01 Per Person Per Day

Please note that there is a 50% non-refundable deposit included with your booking fee. In case of cancellation, and in accordance with the Host's cancellation policy, the remaining 50% may be returned to you or applied towards rescheduling a future trip.


Amenities

  • Experienced Local Guide
  • Hunt Transportation
  • Blinds
  • Hog & Deer Feed Plots
  • Lodging Optional
  • Field Dress & Quartering available for a fee

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Gear List

  • Hunting License / Drivers License
  • Hunting Gear
  • Weather Appropriate Hunting Attire
  • Personal Snacks and Drinks

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Rules & Guidelines

Liability

All hunters in your group will be required to sign a release of liability waiver prior to hunting.

Cancellations

Please note, there is a 50% non-refundable deposit included with your booking fee, this is required to reserve dates for your group. If you have paid in full and you need to cancel your reservation you will be refunded minus the 50% non-refundable deposit.

Let me know if you need to cancel or reschedule and we can work out the details.

We do not offer refunds due to subfreezing or inclement weather conditions.

Dogs

You are welcome to bring your own hunting dog.

Can I mix week day and weekend days?

Yes. You do not have have to book just weekdays or just weekend dates. We have a 2 person 2 day minimum on all guided hunts. Availability is determined at the time of booking. Availability changes daily, so contact us to check availability.

What is your refund policy?

The 50% deposit is non-refundable. However in certain circumstances such as death in the family, medical emergency or extreme weather conditions preventing your travel, we will work with you on rescheduling for later in the season or rolling your deposit over to next season. A 30 day notice is required to adjust your dates due to emergency.

What type of properties do you hunt?

We hunt a wide variety of properties types such as flooded timber, cypress lakes, willow bottoms, sloughs and flooded agricultural fields. We base our next days hunt on weather conditions, scouting and bird activity. We go where we have the best opportunity to kill our limits. However, if your group prefers to hunt flooded timber only, we can accommodate that but we do recommend taking your guides advice. We want you to be successful and enjoy your time here!

What is Check-in & Check-out times at the lodge?

When booking an All Inclusive hunt check-in time at the lodge is between 6 PM - 10 PM CDT. Our guides and crews go to bed early each night. We are up most mornings at 3 AM. So arriving late at night or early morning to check in to the lodge is not available. We get very little sleep during waterfowl season, and staying up to meet you at midnight for check-in is not an option for us. So please respect our check-in times as we do need to get some sleep. Check out time is 2 PM CDT last day of the hunt. Please do not arrive early as we have cleaning crews getting the lodge ready for your arrival. If you arrive early, you will be asked to leave and come back at the proper time.

Do I need to purchase my license and stamps?

YES, you are required to purchase your are responsible for purchasing all required licenses and stamps prior to your hunt. For more information about what license and stamps.

Do you do any party mixing on Guided Hunts?

Yes and No. During the main waterfowl season, if you book 4 or more hunters in your group, you will NOT be paired with anyone else for the duck hunt. If you book less than 4 hunters in your group then we may pair with with another small group or single hunter to reach that 4 person minimum. If you do not want to be combined with anybody else for the duck hunt, then you must have at least 4. For afternoon goose hunts we may combine you with other groups because we hunt in larger groups for geese. During conservation goose season we hunt in larger groups of 8-12 hunters because of the huge decoy spreads required to hunt snow geese.

What is the minimum and maximum # of hunters I can have in my group?

For all guided hunts there is a 2 person 2 day minimum and a 16 person maximum. On self guided hunts there is a 2 day minimum with a 6 person maximum in your group. If you want to reserve a self guided hunt for more than 6 hunters, please call us at 855-932-7299 to discuss options.

Do you offer any afternoon hunting options?

We do not guide afternoon duck hunts because many of our spots are roosting holes, and we never shoot the roost. We allow ducks to come back and roost in the evenings without disturbing them. However, if extreme weather conditions prevent a safe hunt in the morning, we will plan to hunt mid-day until sunset. We do offer 2 optional add-on hunts for the afternoon. You can book an add-on Speckle Belly goose hunt or an afternoon upland bird hunt on a private game reserve for Pheasants, Quail and Chukar. Space is limited so you must reserve those afternoon goose or upland bird hunts ahead of time.

What is there to do in the afternoons?

You are welcome to hang out at the lodge and enjoy some skeet shooting, playing pool or darts or check out some local duck hunting stores. We do offer optional add-on hunts for those hunters who reserve it ahead of time.

Do you offer Corporate Packages?

Yes, we do offer corporate and small business packages. Please call us at 855-932-7299 to discuss corporate hunt options and to customize the hunt for your group. We can create custom options such as morning waterfowl with afternoon upland bird on a private game reserve, or afternoon goose hunt. We can even customize a meals menu for your corporate group and organize a sheet shooting competition. If you book 10 or more hunters for the All Inclusive hunt and reserve the dates prior to anyone else booking those dates, then the entire lodge can be reserved for just your group.

Do I need a Hunter Education Card?

Anyone born after 1968 must complete a hunter education course and carry a valid hunter education card to hunt in Arkansas. Children under 16 may hunt without hunter education as long as they are under the direct supervision of an adult who is 21 years old. There is no specific age requirement to enroll in hunter education. However, the educational material is based on a sixth-grade reading level. Arkansas recognizes hunter education cards from other states. Arkansas’s hunter education program is recognized in all states, as well as in Canada and Mexico. More info on Arkansas Hunter Education Requirements. However Arkansas does allow for a one time Hunter Education Deferment. The Deferred Hunter Education Code is a one-year permit that allows a person without hunter-education certification to legally hunt. A hunter may apply for a Deferred Hunter Education Code online if they meet the requirements.

How Much Do I Need to Tip my Guide?

We never tell anybody how much they should or should not tip their guide. We have hunters from all over the country from all walks of life. What is appropriate for 1 group may not be appropriate for another. Remember, your guides are not earning a living wage guiding. They earn the majority of their income during the winter months by earning your tips. Their goal is to make your hunt as enjoyable and successful as possible. If you feel your guide did just that, then you should tip them accordingly. We are asked all the time, "What is the average tip so we have a gauge of how to tip?". The average tip is about $50 per hunter per day. Some tip more, some tip less however by the end of the season, this is what it averages out to be. So if your guide or guides worked their butts off for you and you had a great time, tip them accordingly.

What If I Have Dietary Restrictions or Allergies?

If you have strict dietary restrictions or allergies to common food items such as dairy, eggs, meat, nuts, wheat, gluten, etc. we do NOT recommend booking an All Inclusive hunt as many of the food items we serve may include these items. We recommend booking a guided hunt only to ensure your dietary needs and or allergies are taken care of. Unfortunately we cannot guarantee our meals will not include at least some of the above items. Also, if you are allergic to dogs/pet dander we also recommend booking a guided hunt only.

Can I Add an Afternoon Goose or Upland Bird Hunt When I Arrive?

No. We need enough lead time to plan for your afternoon hunt. If you have not reserved an afternoon hunt for your group ahead of time, we will not be able to add on the afternoon hunt after you arrive. Afternoon hunts are limited and should be reserved at the time of booking. This allows us to plan and have areas scouted prior to your hunt.

Are you taking any Covid-19 Precautions?

Yes. Since the onset of Covid-19 we have taken extra precautions to ensure our customers have a safe and successful hunt. For more information about what precautions we are taking please visit our Covid-19 Preparedness page.

Do you offer any discounts?

Yes, we do offer a 10% discount for all women and children under the age of 16. We also offer all active, retired, and reserve military a 10% discount. Thank you for your service! Discounts are based on a per person basis and does not apply to the entire group unless the entire group qualifies for the discount. Discounts only apply to guided hunts. Does not include self guided hunts. Please notify us about your discount prior to booking because we cannot modify your reservation when you arrive.

Do you have any non-hunter options?

Yes and no. We do not have a special non-hunter rate. The rate is the same for both hunters and non-hunters. If you have someone in your group that does not want to hunt but wants to come and enjoy the trip and go along on the hunt but not shoot, that is fine. However, the rate is the same for both hunters and non-hunters.

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