Iowa Whitetail Deer Shotgun/Muzzleloader
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Description

Hunt over 5000 acres of prime, private farm properties in southern Iowa's big buck country. Your 4-5 day guided gun/muzzleloader hunts are available on first & second gun weeks and 3 late season mz dates. Meals and lodging are included at the main lodge in Iowa. Hunting from elevated box blinds and ladder stands as well as ground blinds. Accommodations are 1-4 occupancy per room with shared bathroom & shower area. Options available for room with beds and private bath. Laundry facility available. Typical schedule has you in camp the day before your hunt, on the range and viewing trail cam pics of deer to help hunters learn the scoring of 130-160" class bucks. There is more often ground growth vs ground shrinkage with big body, midwest bucks. Start the day with a continental breakfast, option of sack lunch in the field or soup & sandwich at camp and home cooked midwest evening meal. 2x1 or 3x1 guiding includes in-hunt transportation, skin/cape and debone your harvest. Can arrange additional processing and taxidermy for additional fees. Apply for Iowa tag and if unsuccessful you can move deposit to following year or hunt in Missouri with OTC license. Similar trophy class opportunities on both sides of the border near the main lodge.


Details

  • Species: Whitetail Deer
  • Average Classification: 140 - 160
  • Shot Opportunity: 50
  • Weapons: Shotgun, Muzzleloader
  • Hunt Catalog #: RB8216-02
  • Tag Availability: Draw
Classification details:

140-160" with the possibility of 170"+ trophy class bucks


Options

Season Dates (required)

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Option to choose your season dates and method of take. Some hunts are 4 days, and some are 5. Prices fluctuate based on what time of year and what weapon you choose to hunt with.

  • 1st Shotgun Season (Dec. 4-8) 5 Day Hunt $500.00
  • 2nd Shotgun Season (Dec 11-15) 5 Day Hunt $200.00
  • 2nd Shotgun Season (Dec 16-19) 4 Day Hunt $0.00
  • Late Muzzleloader Season (Dec. 27-30, Jan 2-5, Jan 7-10) 4 Day Hunt $0.00
  • Non-hunter

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    Option for a non-hunter observer. $100/day.

    • Non-hunter 4 day Hunt $400.00
    • Non-hunter 5 day Hunt $500.00

    • Available Dates

      December 04, 2023 - January 15, 2024


      Pricing

      • Price: $5,100.00

      This price is for a 4 day hunt in late December or late muzzleloader season. Option to select season dates and shotgun options above.


      Group Options

      Option to select your seasons. Option for a non-hunter.

      Location

      South Central Iowa, Iowa, United States of America


      Refund Policy:

      Deposits are not refundable. When you make a deposit or payment that money is used to reserve your adventure dates and we cannot sell them to anyone else. If for some reason you have to cancel, you will lose your deposit and any payments you have made. If you are concerned that you might get sick or otherwise have to cancel, we suggest buying trip insurance. There are insurance companies that specialize in providing insurance policies for outfitter bookings and hunts. One such company we recommend is globalrescue.com. It is also our policy, depending on the adventure you booked and at our discretion, that if you have to cancel and we are able to book a replacement for you at the regular price we will work with you to apply your deposits to another adventure. Please note that we cannot refund or roll state or government license fees, application fees, draw results, or tags.

      Description

      Hunt over 5000 acres of prime, private farm properties in southern Iowa's big buck country. Your 4-5 day guided gun/muzzleloader hunts are available on first & second gun weeks and 3 late season mz dates. Hunting from elevated box blinds and ladder stands as well as ground blinds. Accommodations are 1-4 occupancy per room with shared bathroom & shower area. Options available for room with beds and private bath. Laundry facility available. Typical schedule has you in camp the day before your hunt, on the range and viewing trail cam pics of deer to help hunters learn the scoring of 130-160" class bucks. There is more often ground growth vs ground shrinkage with big body, midwest bucks. 2x1 or 3x1 guiding includes in-hunt transportation, skin/cape and debone your harvest. Can arrange additional processing and taxidermy for additional fees. Apply for Iowa tag and if unsuccessful you can move deposit to following year or hunt in Missouri with OTC license. Similar trophy class opportunities on both sides of the border near the main lodge.


      HuntX Scale (Low 1 - 5 High)

      • Lodging & Accommodations: Cabin/Lodge
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        Lodging & Accommodations Scale

        5 - Cabin/Lodge

        4 - Bunk House/Trailer

        3 - Wall Tent

        2 - Backpack Tent

        1 - Client Provided/Hotel

      Meals and lodging are included at the main lodge in Iowa. Accommodations are 1-4 occupancy per room with shared bathroom & shower area. Options available for room with beds and private bath. Laundry facility available.

      • Menu & Food: Full Kitchen
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        Menu & Food Scale

        5 - 5 Star Catered

        4 - Full Kitchen

        3 - Field Kitchen

        2 - Backpack Food

        1 - Client Provided

      Meals and lodging are included at the main lodge in Iowa. Start the day with a continental breakfast, Option of sack lunch in the field or soup & sandwich at camp and home cooked midwest evening meal.

      • Physical Conditions: Light Hiking
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        Physical Conditions Scale:

        5 - All Vehicle Access

        4 - Light Hiking

        3 - Moderate Hiking

        2 - Heavy Hiking

        1 - Extreme Back Country

      Getting to stand or opportunity for shot


      Transportation (To/From Basecamp)

      Includes in-hunt transportation,

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      Description

      Outfitter will supply all stands and blinds. Hunter should be prepared for 8 hour days in the stand with appropriate clothing. Weather can vary this time of year-layering systems recommended. Full gear list provided by the outfitter when booked.


      What Outfitter Provides

      • Stands
      • Blinds
      • Side x Side
      • Meals
      • Lodging

      What to Bring

      • Rangefinder
      • Insulated and comfortable hunting boots
      • Hunting hat & gloves
      • Cold weather hunting clothing-layering system recommended
      • Shotgun or muzzleloader with 40 rounds of ammunition
      • Hunter Orange
      • Thermal Base Layers

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