Experience Classic Upland Bird Hunting Adventures with Outdoors International
Thrill to the explosive flush of wild birds and the skilled work of fine bird dogs with Outdoors International, your expert consulting service for premier, vetted upland bird hunting outfitters, lodges, and preserves across North America and in select international destinations. Whether you dream of walking endless fields for Pheasant in South Dakota, pursuing coveys of Quail in the desert Southwest or Southern plantations, chasing elusive Grouse and Woodcock in dense forests, or experiencing a traditional European driven shoot, we help you plan your perfect upland bird hunting experience at no extra cost compared to booking direct.
Upland bird hunting is a cherished tradition, celebrated for the challenging shooting, the beautiful environments, and the irreplaceable bond between hunter and dog. Our experienced consultants understand the nuances of hunting various upland species, the best times and locations for each, and the types of experiences offered – from wild bird hunts on vast private ranches to high-quality preserve hunts. We will match you with operations that suit your preferences, whether you're hunting over pointing dogs or flushers, and whether you seek a rustic adventure or a full-service lodge experience.
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A Wide Array of Upland Bird Species to Pursue: We connect hunters with opportunities for a diverse range of upland game birds, including:
- Pheasant (Ring-necked): Iconic hunts in the American Midwest (especially South Dakota, Kansas, Nebraska) and on European estates.
- Quail: Including Bobwhite (Southeast, Texas, Midwest), California/Valley Quail, Gambel's Quail, Scaled Quail (Southwest), and Mearn's Quail (Arizona/New Mexico).
- Grouse: Ruffed Grouse (Northeast, Great Lakes, Appalachians, Pacific Northwest, Canada), Spruce Grouse, Blue/Sooty Grouse, Sage-Grouse (West - highly regulated), Sharp-tailed Grouse, and Greater Prairie Chicken (Prairie states).
- Partridge: Chukar (arid Western US mountains), Hungarian/Grey Partridge (Northern Plains, Prairies). In Europe, Red-legged and Grey Partridge.
- Woodcock & Snipe: Migratory birds offering challenging shooting in woodland and wetland habitats.
- Dove & Pigeon: Often high-volume opportunities, particularly in states like Texas and internationally in destinations like Argentina and Paraguay.
- International Species: Including Francolin, Spurfowl, and Guinea Fowl in Africa; Perdiz (Tinamou) in South America; Capercaillie and Black Grouse in Scandinavia and parts of Europe.
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Premier Upland Bird Hunting Destinations – North America & Globally: Our network spans some of the world's best upland bird hunting regions:
- United States: South Dakota (pheasant), Kansas & Nebraska (pheasant, quail, prairie grouse), Texas (quail, dove), Arizona & New Mexico (desert quail), Montana & Idaho (sage grouse, sharptails, Huns, chukar), Great Lakes & Northeast (ruffed grouse, woodcock).
- Canada: Prairie Provinces (sharptails, Huns), Ontario & Quebec (ruffed grouse, woodcock).
- Europe: United Kingdom, Spain, France, Hungary, Czech Republic (driven pheasant & partridge). Scandinavia (capercaillie, black grouse).
- South America: Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay (high-volume dove, pigeon, perdiz).
- Africa: South Africa and other nations for diverse francolin, spurfowl, and guinea fowl.
- New Zealand: Opportunities for introduced species like pheasant and quail.
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Diverse Hunting Styles & Experiences:
- Walk-up Hunts: Classic upland hunting over well-trained pointing or flushing bird dogs in wild or managed habitats.
- Driven Shoots: Traditional European-style driven hunts for pheasant and partridge.
- Preserve Hunting: Offering extended seasons and often guaranteed bird opportunities for pheasant, quail, and chukar.
- Lodge-based stays with full amenities, or more rustic field experiences.
Working with Outdoors International means you gain access to our extensive global network of proven upland bird hunting specialists, receive personalized advice from experienced wingshooting consultants, and enjoy a seamless booking process. We ensure our partners are reputable, offer quality habitat and bird populations (wild or released), provide excellent dog work where applicable, and are committed to ethical hunting practices and conservation.
Ready to experience the thrill of the flush and the joy of a day afield with fine bird dogs? Contact an Outdoors International consultant today to plan your upland bird hunting adventure!
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Discover why thousands of people have trusted Outdoors International to help plan their bird hunt.
Outdoors International has a team of hand-selected wingshooting experts to help you book your next bird hunt. Our job it is to help you in researching, booking and planning a great bird hunt, so you can just show up and shoot.
This outfitter is an honest hardworking outfitter and I cannot recommend him highly enough.
I have to say this was the best upland bird hunting I have ever experienced. To top it all off the rancher whose land we hunted on and his wife invited the entire group on the last morning for a home cooked feast of a breakfast at their ranch house. Finer people I have never met.
Louis Digiovanni
The dove hunting in Mexico was like a video game!
There are literally millions of White wing doves in the areas surrounding the lodge. The dove shooting starts as soon as you get out of the truck and doesn't stop till Jose says it is time to go. I really love the fact that I don't have to hassle with taking my shotgun with me. They have plenty of Benelli shotguns for you to use in both 20 and 12 gauges. They do an excellent job of scouting and know exactly where the doves are and where to put you on the field to get the most action.
Dale Roden
You'll be hooked after you go hunting in South Dakota the first time.
It may take you several more trips to get it out of your system, if you ever do. If you get the chance, have Outdoors International set you up with their SD pheasant hunting lodge. They'll leave lasting impression on you as the hunt was over the top. The food, the lodge and the people are top notch and the trip will not disappoint.
Michael Marbach