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Am I guarenteed a kill?
No. We sell a hunt. You are buying a hunt.You are paying for the opportunity to hunt an area that is managed to produce and hold quality animals. You are paying to have the help of a veteran guide, skinners and trackers. You are not paying for an animal. Our success rate has been over 95% for the past 20 years! You will be in good hands and I can guarantee you that!
I own several deer rifles, what cal. would be best for hogs?
We require a 6.5 cal or larger. The answer to this question could be debated forever. The short of it is, most calibers commonly used for deer are fine. A heavy round ( 180 grain ) is better than a lighter round. You need a round that has good weight retention. THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS BEING ABLE TO MAKE AN ACCURATE SHOT! Spend some time on the range and get dialed in with your firearm.
How long of a shot should I be prepared to make rifle hunting for hogs?
Most all shots are under 100 yards. I have several stand locations that offer shots up to 300 yards. Keep in mind most of the activity is late evening in low light. This is the reason most bait sites are only 50 yards from the stand. In low light you need to be close to see the target. When you stalk hunt you are hunting cover, there again your shots are close, averaging 50 yards. If your rifle is zeroed at 100 yards, shoot some at 50 yards so you will know where it is hitting because that will be the most likely shot you're presented with.
Can I bring a non-hunting guest?
Yes, we welcome non-hunting guest. Our rate for non-hunting guest is 150.00 a day. The majority of our stands will accommodate two or more. The exception would be the bow stands,most all bow stands are single hunter stands.
Are your hog hunts suitable for first time hunters?
Yes, we have introduced countless youngsters and first time adults to the great sport of hunting. We will be happy to lend a hand at our range, and hunt with you.
What's the best time of the year to hunt hogs and rams.?
Both species offer great year around hunting. Hogs look better in the winter months because they have a thicker coat of hair. The primo hunting will be October-December. The reason I say this is because by January the hogs start reacting to the hunting pressure. They will lock down during daylight hours and start moving mostly at night.
When do we go to our stands and how long do we hunt?
In the morning deer/Aoudad hunters go out well before sunrise. We normally pick them up four hours later but encourage them to hunt longer if they can. The time deer hunters are in the stand has a lot to do with the feeding patterns at that time. Normally there is a midday break and then an evening hunt until dark.
Hog and Ram hunters head out around sunrise for a morning hunt that will end around noon. They will go back out in the evening and hunt the last three hours of daylight.
When is the prime time to kill a trophy buck?
Deer season opens August 15th. It’s really hot weather and that makes hard hunting. If you want a buck in full velvet you gotta deal with it. We harvest our velvet bucks the first week of the season.
We harvest the majority of our hard antler bucks before the first of October. They are still in bachelor groups and easy to pattern. We want to get them harvested early so they don’t kill each other when the rut kicks in. There are usually a few target bucks that we have to hunt into October-November but only a few.
What's the nearest airport to the lodge?
Columbia Metro. (CAE) in Columbia S.C. is serviced by most airlines, 30 minute drive, and we can arrange transportation to the lodge.
Are guests permitted to consume alcoholic beverages?
Yes, adult beverages may be consumed after the last hunt of the day. Any guest impaired by any substance will not hunt and will not be due any refund.We like to see you enjoy yourself and have a great time. Drink as much as you wish after hours. Don't let it have a negative effect on any one else and it's all good.
Do I need a hunting license?
Yes, a S.C. hunting license is required(16 years old and over ) to hunt the Buck and Boar. Deer hunters need a big game permit in addition to a regular hunting license, and the antlered deer tag that is mailed with your license. We have land owner doe tags. A big game stamp is NOT required to hunt hogs/ram/aoudad. You should purchase your license in advance and have it when you arrive. A 3-day non-resident permit is $40.00; a 10-day is $75.00. Non- res. big-game stamp is $100.00 . Purchase your license by phone . S.C.D.N.R.- 866-714-3611 or click on WWW.dnr.sc.gov
Why do you charge a trophy fee for a wounded animal that we can not find?
Wounded animals seldom survive, most that do are unable to compete for food and remain under weight and poor never returning to trophy status. So if you wound an animal you have taken that animal from us and therefore owe compensation. Believe me when I say we try to avoid this situation as much as anyone. Every reasonable effort will be made to recover the animal. Please understand your not hunting unwanted feral pigs off of some ones deer lease. Most landowners regard them as long legged rats. European hogs bring much more on the hoof than I charge for a hunt. Please take only ethical low risks shots
How many guests would it take to reserve the entire lodge?
We require eighteen hunters to reserve the Buck and Boar.
How physically demanding are your hunts. Can I have a good hunt if I'm disabled?
We can tailor a hunting package thats within most any ones physical limitations. Spot-n-stalk hunting requires a lot of slow walking. You will walk most of the day but it's nothing fast paced. Stand hunting on the other hand can be as easy as we need to make it. We have ground blinds with room for two or more. Most blinds can be accessed with one of our ATVs or trucks requiring little or no walking at all.
We have one cabin that is more than ADA compliant. Call for details if you need to reserve this cabin.
We are committed to making your hunt enjoyable. Let us know if your physically challenged when you book so we can plan your hunt accordingly.
How far is a store from the lodge ?
Wal-mart and Sportsmans Warehouse are located 30 mi. west of the lodge.
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