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Everything to Know About Booking a hunting trip
Why should I book a shotgun hunting trip with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 63 shotgun hunting trips, and the most popular trips are Kansas Upland Bird Hunting guided by Thomas, Wisconsin Early Season Goose guided by Alec, and Bobwhite Quail In Mexico guided by Paul.
Our guides are rated a 4.6 out of 5 based on 6161 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.
All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, and more.
Looking for kid friendly shotgun hunting guides? Check out our beginner and family friendly shotgun hunting guides.
What types of shotgun hunting trips are common?
Duck hunting is the most popular type of hunting for shotgun hunting as well as goose hunting, dove hunting, and upland hunting.
The most commonly sought after species for shotgun hunting are: 1. northern pintail, 2. green-winged teal, 3. wigeon, 4. blue-winged teal, and 5. gadwall.
How much does a shotgun hunting hunting trip cost?
Prices for shotgun hunting can range anywhere from about $600 to $9,678, but the average price for a half day trip for shotgun hunting is $2,065. The average price for a full day trip for shotgun hunting is $6,683.
Is booking a hunting guide worth the money?
Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a hunting guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.
Working with experienced hunting guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is outside every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.
Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.
Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your backyard, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.
What month is best for going on a shotgun hunting trip?
The most popular season to go on a shotgun hunting trip is winter, and most hunters book their trips 82 days in advance.
Where can I look through all Captain Experiences trips?
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