Dove Season Opens in 11 Hours
If dove seasons opens @ sunrise on September 1st, then we're 11-hours from the first shots of 2006. I gotta tell you some great news from Windmill Ranch Preserve.. near Snyder, TX.
First of all,, we have dove everywhere! They're flying in pairs, triples, quadruples... even 10-15 at a time. So far, they're pretty predictable--especially in the evening. Say a prayer, knock on wood, cross your fingers (whatever works for you) that the weather cooperates for day one and beyond.
We've done some fun things to make sure our day hunters and package hunters have the best of the best... even if the birds disappear (like they're always capable of doing).
First of all, we have eight 'dove zones.' Each area's been cleared to make it easy for the hunters to find a hiddy hole beneath a tree, behind sunflowers or out of a bird's eye view.
Here's what you could expect if you opt for a 'package hunt' (overnight stay) like our first group Friday night. They don't know it, but they'll be greeted by just about everyone I can get to greet them. Then, they'll be shuttled to their hunting area where they'll find ice chests, filled with drink and snacks, waiting for them. After a presumably successful hunt, they'll return for a MAN'S MEAL. Our chef Cowboy Rob's making everything from baby back ribs to chocolate bourbon pie. Then, they can relax over satellite TV, on our front or back porch or where ever they want.
By morning, we'll wake 'em with steaming hot coffee at their door, a continental breakfast and then more hunting. Once they decide to call it quits, chef Cowboy Rob will have a massive, country breakfast ready and waiting. Just so you know, these guys are paying only $150 for two hunts, an overnight stay and all food and beverage included. And the organizer who can bring in 9 or more hunters gets a $100 discount.
If you're more of a day hunter, don't worry. We plan the same 'extras' for only $50 per gun. And the organizer who can bring in 4 or more hunters, gets his/her rate cut to only $20.
Our accomodations include two houses, the Big House (3 bedrooms/2 baths), the Lil' House (1 bedroom/1 bath) and Tents #1,2, 3. FYI, the tents all have antique beds, fine linens, swamp coolers or refrigerated air, private baths, electricity, showers, toilets, sinks, front porches... they're not your grandfather's tent.
Come visit. It's a long season... we're ready and waiting.
Bill Robertson, Ranch Manager
First of all,, we have dove everywhere! They're flying in pairs, triples, quadruples... even 10-15 at a time. So far, they're pretty predictable--especially in the evening. Say a prayer, knock on wood, cross your fingers (whatever works for you) that the weather cooperates for day one and beyond.
We've done some fun things to make sure our day hunters and package hunters have the best of the best... even if the birds disappear (like they're always capable of doing).
First of all, we have eight 'dove zones.' Each area's been cleared to make it easy for the hunters to find a hiddy hole beneath a tree, behind sunflowers or out of a bird's eye view.
Here's what you could expect if you opt for a 'package hunt' (overnight stay) like our first group Friday night. They don't know it, but they'll be greeted by just about everyone I can get to greet them. Then, they'll be shuttled to their hunting area where they'll find ice chests, filled with drink and snacks, waiting for them. After a presumably successful hunt, they'll return for a MAN'S MEAL. Our chef Cowboy Rob's making everything from baby back ribs to chocolate bourbon pie. Then, they can relax over satellite TV, on our front or back porch or where ever they want.
By morning, we'll wake 'em with steaming hot coffee at their door, a continental breakfast and then more hunting. Once they decide to call it quits, chef Cowboy Rob will have a massive, country breakfast ready and waiting. Just so you know, these guys are paying only $150 for two hunts, an overnight stay and all food and beverage included. And the organizer who can bring in 9 or more hunters gets a $100 discount.
If you're more of a day hunter, don't worry. We plan the same 'extras' for only $50 per gun. And the organizer who can bring in 4 or more hunters, gets his/her rate cut to only $20.
Our accomodations include two houses, the Big House (3 bedrooms/2 baths), the Lil' House (1 bedroom/1 bath) and Tents #1,2, 3. FYI, the tents all have antique beds, fine linens, swamp coolers or refrigerated air, private baths, electricity, showers, toilets, sinks, front porches... they're not your grandfather's tent.
Come visit. It's a long season... we're ready and waiting.
Bill Robertson, Ranch Manager
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