What To Look For In A Pheasant Hunting Outfitter

u find an outfitter that meets your location andprovide their own pheasant hunting guides and
budget needs, ask for references. Also, ask fordogs for your convenience, but many will
any type of marketing reference such as anyaccommodate your hunting dog(s) provided that
print articles about them or a TV show they maythey are up to date on vaccinations and have a
have been featured on. Another source is to lookcertificate to prove it. This certificate is available
on some internet outdoor bulletin boards and seefrom your vet. Also, any unruly and disruptive
of any of the regulars have heard of the outfittercanines may be asked to remain in the kennels.
and what they may say about them.The guides and their dogs are well trained and
Check for the amenities you want. Make a list ofgroomed tandems-they work daily together on all
what in absolutely necessary, and what you canpheasant hunting commands.
do without if not offered. When you really getTravel Information Selecting a destination also
down to it, it is no different than looking for arequires smart travel planning. Some will drive 15
hotel.hours to reach their pheasant hunting destination
Take the time to ask as many questions as youof choice, others would rather take a 3 hour flight.
need to ensure the pheasant hunting outfitterIn today's era of $3.00 per gallon gasoline, one
gives you a comfort level that you are searchingneeds to compute the length of their drive, the
for. It is natural to be nervous and hesitant,miles-per-gallon of their vehicle, and meal expense
especially when making a decision sight unseen onversus the cost of an airline ticket. Most outfitters
an investment such as a 3-4 pheasant hunting trip.will drive 2-3 hours to pick up their customers at
However, an outfitter that provides less thanthe airport-this is something you will need to
advertised services will not be in business long. Itdiscuss ahead of time.
is safe to assume that most of the pheasantThe amount of hunting gear you are bringing also
hunting outfitters that are rated high in the searchis a factor in your decision. Airlines have new
engines, provide current references, and answercarry-on and stored bagged rules and
all of your questions are going to be a good betrequirements, and one needs to check ahead of
to book a hunt with.time to see what their local carriers' rules are.
The bottom line, most outfitters are looking for aGuns may be transported legally, but there are
customer for life. Granted, not all pheasantalso strictly enforced regulations for them.
hunters can afford to be repeat customers, butDogs are a different story all together. Some
the outfitters want you to be treated as one. Inairlines have stopped accepting live animals for
the outfitting business, a happy customer can betransportation. Also, your dog may not be a very
a great marketing resource, sending many leadsgood air traveler, and may take a few days to
to the outfitter down the road.adjust after the trauma of the transport, thus
Pheasant Hunting Dog information A lot of youpotentially souring your pheasant hunting
may have your own hunting buddy-theexperience. The best bet is to contact the airlines
four-legged one. If you plan on taking your huntingfor their requirements, and discuss with your vet
dog on your pheasant hunting trip, there are ayour intentions to travel via air and see what
few things to keep in mind. Many outfittersthey recommend for your hunting dog.