Description

Hunt the western Maine Mountains for grouse and woodcock. With an abundance of birds in the area, early October often provides the most opportunities with both species. It is not uncommon to see birds around the logging roads along the way to or from your hunt. We hunt a variety of cover and your personal pace is always considered.

I offer day trips with or without dogs.

The Hunt:

Our bird hunts are generally day hunts. The length of the hunting day reflects how many days we may have booked. We often meet after breakfast (8-9am) then head out to our first hunt. We usually hunt an area for 45 min to an hour with the first dog. Then we relocate and use a second dog for a short hunt. We continue this cycle having snacks and water when needed. Lunch is usually in the field then we are be back around 4:30 pm leaving some time to relax.

We do not want to overwork our dogs or the additional dogs we may work with. Shorter days are easier on the dogs as well as the hunters not used to the terrain we may hunt, so our multiple day hunts may be slightly shorter.
Half day hunts are 4 to 5 hours are also available. We most often hunt during the cool of the morning until lunch but afternoon hunts are also an option.

Again, this year, we are also teaming up with Tim Pond camps, to offer a more remote hunt for you with less travel to some prime hunting areas. Check out their website for more info about the camps.

Pricing Details

Upland bird hunting with my dogs:

Price per party. 2 person max unless discussed in advance. *Half day - $200 *With dogs - $250 *4hrs must be combined with a full day.

Full day- $350 without dogs With dogs - $400

Transportation to and from hunting sites* and drinks are provided. *With COVID considerations you may opt to take your own vehicle.

Upland bird hunting seasons:

Ruffed Grouse September 28 - December 31, 2024 Daily limit - 4; possession limit - 8 Woodcock September 28 - November 19, 2024 Daily limit - 3; possession limit - 9

Terms & Conditions

Reservations

•To reserve your hunting adventure, we require 50% non-refundable deposit.

•The remaining balance is due at start of hunt.

Cancelations

•In all cases the 50% deposit is non-refundable.

•Any remaining balance will be refunded or can be put toward a hunt the following year.

Additional Fees

Hunting License: ($25 Maine residents / $114 non-residents) Hunters must purchase a Big Game license before arriving.

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