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About Your Trip

Hunting Type

Dove

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Come down to the Rio Grande Valley to experience some of the best Dove hunting Texas has to offer! Your outfitter, Arnold, manages close to 17,000 acres down here and has miles of planted crops and food to draw legions of White-Winged Doves and Mourning Doves from across the Mexico border.

Hunts will be from 12 noon till dark for the first 2 weekends of the season. After the 14th of September, hunts will be all day! You'll be hunting over sunflower fields, sesame fields, and grain fields, all depending on where the doves happen to be that day. Arnold follows the dove from shoot to shoot, pinpointing the fields they flock to and getting you positioned in the right spot for a successful hunt.

You will need to bring your own shotgun, shells, and hunting licenses to be able to participate. Beer is welcome in—moderation of course—and don't forget to dress in dull or tan colors (Jeans and camouflage are ideal). You are more than welcome to stand the whole hunt, but you can also bring seats for you and your group as well if you would like to take a load off.

Amenities

Hunting Type

Dove

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Game Cleaning

This guide will clean your game for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Gear

You will need your own guns and gear.

Gun Rental

You will need your own guns.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	7 Hours
1 Person	$150.00
2 People	$300.00
3 People	$450.00
4 People	$600.00
5 People	$750.00
6 People	$900.00
7 People	$1,050.00

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Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know the area like the back of their hand.

About Your Guide

Arnold L.

Independent Guide 32 years of exp.

Talkative

Captain Arnold has been fishing the Laguna Madre and Falcon Reservoir and hunting the surrounding mainland for over 30 years, and he knows the hot spots better than almost anyone. His trips are a blast for families and experienced anglers alike, so get out there with him and see what South Texas has to offer! Arnold also leads top-tier Dove hunts in Southeast Texas. He provides everything you need for an awesome day of wingshooting!

About Your Guide

Arnold L.

Independent Guide 32 years of exp.

Captain Arnold has been fishing the Laguna Madre and Falcon Reservoir and hunting the surrounding mainland for over 30 years, and he knows the hot spots better than almost anyone. His trips are a blast for families and experienced anglers alike, so get out there with him and see what South Texas has to offer!

Arnold also leads top-tier Dove hunts in Southeast Texas. He provides everything you need for an awesome day of wingshooting!

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

68 inch bull red

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Bbq

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

68 inch bull red

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Bbq

What’s your favorite band?

Anything country

What’s your favorite movie?

Rocky

What’s your favorite sports team?

Dallas cowboys

What’s your drink of choice?

Dr Pepper

What was your last halloween costume?

A fishing guide lol

What do you want for Christmas this year?

New tackle

How did you get started guiding?

2001

What makes you different from other guides?

I enjoy what I do

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Roma, Texas

Areas Hunted

Lower Rio Grande Valley

Trip Details & Amenities

Hunting Type

Dove

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Game Cleaning

This guide will clean your game for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Gear

You will need your own guns and gear.

Gun Rental

You will need your own guns.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Shotgun Hunting

Everything Else to Know

Camouflage, Hats, Sunglasses, Chairs, Shotguns, Ammunition.
Bird cleaning can be provided at $1 per bird.

You'll need to buy a hunting license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable except for weather-related cancellations. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

Reviews

5.0

based on 5 reviews

Diana

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October 15

Captain James was amazing! Several fish and memories caught today! Hope to return next year!

Diana

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October 15

Captain James was amazing! Several fish and memories caught today! Hope to return next year!

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Auston

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August 24

Damn good fishing. really did appreciate the upgrade on the size of boat for as many guys as we had. Every single one of us got at least one keeper.

Auston

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August 24

Damn good fishing. really did appreciate the upgrade on the size of boat for as many guys as we had. Every single one of us got at least one keeper.

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Antonio

Verified Review

June 14

Was a great experience with captain Arnold he was very knowledgeable and was a great captain to be with …definitely would do it again made my son and I experience very pleasurable and a day to remember

Antonio

Verified Review

June 14

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Eddie

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June 2

Great trip super personable and knowledgeable definitely will book him again.

Eddie

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June 2

Great trip super personable and knowledgeable definitely will book him again.

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Kenneth

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May 24

Captain Arnold and his son were fantastic! Their knowledge of fishing was second to none. Me and my son will always remember and treasure our experience with Captain Arnold. Thank you both for the wonderful experience!

Kenneth

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May 24

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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

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