Pheasant Hunting

Join us this year starting September 21st for Pheasant hunting at Old Vermilion Trail. Reservations fill quickly every year so book your reservation early to guarantee a spot. All hunting is by reservation only. We are available for hunts six days a week, closed Mondays. Starting times are 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

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Pheasant Hunt Information

Our pheasant hunting begins on September 21st, 2024. Reservations are limited, to guarantee a hunt book your reservation soon. A discounted price per bird is available if your reservation is paid in full before September 14th, 2024.

  • Regular Price: $27.00 per bird.
  • Pre-Paid Price: $24.00 per bird. (Paid before September 14th)

Processed birds are available after your hunt for an additional $5.00 per bird. (Cleaning Fee)

Pheasant Minimums

  • There is a 10 bird minimum per hunt on weekday mornings.
  • There is a 20 bird minimum per weekday afternoon or weekend hunt.

NOTE: Blaze orange is mandatory on pheasant hunts.

Field Guides

Field guides are not mandatory, but guides with dogs are available if arranged in advance.

  • Guide & Preserve Dog – $120.00

Preserver dogs are available for all hunts and hunters are welcome to bring their own dogs if desired.

General Rules and Guidelines

  • Starting Times: 8:30 am and 1:00 pm
  • No license required
  • There is a maximum of 5 guns per field. We have found that 4 guns per field are ideal and what we prefer.
  • If you cancel a hunting date, you must call before 6:00 a.m. the day of the scheduled hunt or the birds will be charged against your account.
  • Should we get early winter snow, making it difficult to hunt, the owner of the preserve will be the sole factor in deciding when we will close for the season. Any birds not shot by that time will be processed, and the cost paid by the client.
  • There will be no refund of money, and birds will not be carried over to the following year. No exceptions.

Additional Info

If you would like to shoot a round of sporting clays before your hunt please let us know in advance.


TRAP, SKEET, 5-STAND, & SPORTING CLAYS

Our Sporting Clays range is one of the most beautiful and interesting ranges in the entire state. Spread out over 450 acres of wooded terrain 20 minutes north of Duluth.

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GUIDED PHEASANT HUNTS

Get a jump on the hunting season with guided hunts at Old Vermilion. Reservations are available starting on September 23rd.

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EVENTS, PARTIES, & COMPETITIONS

All year we host various events and competitions open to the public. Check out our calendar to learn about upcoming events.

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SUMMER & FALL LEAGUES

Sharpen your shooting skills and enjoy friendly competition. Teams of 5 to 6 are welcome to compete in our two seasonal leagues.

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