Self Guided Phesant Preserve Hunts

NEW Forrest, IL 1 - 6 People 4 Hours From $225 Trip #9749
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About Your Trip

Hunting Type

Upland

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

Enjoy the freedom of hunting at your own pace on 2,500 acres of carefully managed upland habitat during this self-guided pheasant preserve hunt in Forrest, Illinois. Cole and his team have created an experience designed for hunters who want to work their own dogs, choose their preferred terrain, and enjoy a traditional day in the field without being tied to a guide.

The preserve features 26 hunting fields ranging from 20 to 40 acres, each...

About Your Trip

Enjoy the freedom of hunting at your own pace on 2,500 acres of carefully managed upland habitat during this self-guided pheasant preserve hunt in Forrest, Illinois. Cole and his team have created an experience designed for hunters who want to work their own dogs, choose their preferred terrain, and enjoy a traditional day in the field without being tied to a guide.

The preserve features 26 hunting fields ranging from 20 to 40 acres, each offering its own unique blend of cover. From open prairie grasses to thick cover that challenges even the most experienced bird dogs, there's a field suited for every hunting style and skill level. The large field sizes provide plenty of room to hunt comfortably while allowing dogs to work naturally and independently.

Pheasants are raised on-site in large natural pens and receive minimal human interaction prior to release. Birds are planted specifically for your hunt, creating exciting flushes and rewarding opportunities for both hunters and their dogs.

Your day begins at the clubhouse with check-in and a discussion of your preferred hunting experience. The team can help customize your outing based on the type of cover you'd like to hunt, lodging needs, bird cleaning services, and any other details that will help create the hunt you're looking for. Once everything is set, you'll head to your designated field and enjoy the hunt on your own terms.

Each hunt package includes six pheasants per hunter, making it a great option for individuals, families, and groups looking for a quality day in the field. If you'd like more shooting opportunities, additional birds can be added to your hunt for an additional fee, allowing you to customize the experience to fit your goals and budget. Also, additional birds available to add to package such as quail, chukars, and partridge.

After the hunt, return to the clubhouse to relax, share stories from the field, and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere that has made this family-run preserve a destination for upland hunters for more than two decades. Be sure to stick around for Duke's famous lunch and the stories that have become nearly as legendary as the hunting itself.

Whether you're tuning up a bird dog, introducing a new hunting partner to the sport, or simply looking for a quality day chasing roosters, this self-guided pheasant hunt offers a customizable and authentic upland experience.
Amenities

Hunting Type

Upland

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included for an additional fee.

Gun Availability

Gun rentals are available.

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.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Acreage

This trip has access to over 2,500 acres.

Land Type

This trip is on private land.

Dogs Allowed

Let your pup in on the fun!

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Gear

You will need your own guns and gear.

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Pricing Matrix

~4 hours
6 (1 Guest)
$225.00
12 (2 Guests)
$450.00
20 (4 Guests)
$600.00
30 (6 Guests)
$800.00
Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
Add-On Price
Lunch/Snacks
Included in the trip price
Breasted Phea Cleaning
$5.00 per person
Whole Phea Cleaning
$7.00 per person
Breasted Duck Cleaning
$6.00 per person
Whole Duck Cleaning
$8.00 per person

Add-ons can be added on the checkout page.

About Your Guide

Cole H.

Independent Guide
Cole is passionate about creating memorable hunts. Specializing in upland birds, waterfowl, and deer, he combines extensive local knowledge with a welcoming approach to deliver safe, enjoyable, and rewarding days in the field for hunters of every experience level.

About Your Guide

Cole H.

Independent Guide
Cole is passionate about creating memorable hunts. Specializing in upland birds, waterfowl, and deer, he combines extensive local knowledge with a welcoming approach to deliver safe, enjoyable, and rewarding days in the field for hunters of every experience level.
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Start Location & Lodging Options

The lodging below offered by Cole is not included in the cost of your trip. Please let us know in the "notes" section during checkout if you'd like to stay, or see the map below for other hotels and VRBOs in the area.
Lodge photo for Self Guided Phesant Preserve Hunts
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Forrest, Illinois

Trip Details & Amenities

Hunting Type

Upland

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included for an additional fee.

Gun Availability

Gun rentals are available.

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.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Acreage

This trip has access to over 2,500 acres.

Land Type

This trip is on private land.

Dogs Allowed

Let your pup in on the fun!

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Gear

You will need your own guns and gear.

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).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

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Everything Else to Know

You will be responsible for your own gear. Cole will be in touch to discuss details before the trip. Guides are also available for an additional fee if needed.
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%).
Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. 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.

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