World-Class Wing Shooting

James River Outfitters is located in the heart of the James River “Prairie Pothole Region” in South Dakota. It is also near the Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge. The duck hunting that James River Outfitters offers is some of the finest in the country with a wide variety of species that include pintails, mallards, widgeon, gadwalls, green-wing teal, blue-wing teal, wood ducks, shovelers, and redheads. The duck hunting is done over water and in cut cornfields. The waterfowl season opens the last Saturday in September and is open until late November.

James River Outfitters also offers some of the finest ringneck pheasant hunting. You will hunt over fields of corn, sunflowers, and CRP. A preserve is also available to our clients that arrive prior to the statewide pheasant opening. Professionally trained dogs assist in the hunt or feel free to bring along your favorite hunting companion.

A typical day consists of an early morning duck hunt, an afternoon pheasant hunt, and in the rare case a chance to fill your waterfowl limit with an evening duck hunt. Whether you are a hard-core hunter or someone who just needs to get away, the lodge and staff will try to exceed every expectation.

Upcoming Events and News

Thank you to everyone who made 2011 our best year yet. Duck numbers continue to be at an all time high, so we are looking forward to another great year in 2012.

Also, thank you to everyone who checked us out on Outdoor Channels new show "Outfitters Showcase." James River Outfitters will again be having a booth at the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania February 4-12, 2012. We are located in booth number 6111 in the Guides and Outfitters Hall. It would be a great time to come out and meet us, ask questions, and view videos from previous hunts.

Lottery Dates

The South Dakota waterfowl lottery will be available this summer 2012. The deadline for the 2012 season will be posted as soon as we know it, with the lottery results available soon after you apply. Please log on to www.sdgfp.info to apply for your nonresident waterfowl license, when it becomes available. If you have any questions at all please don't hesitate to call and we would be happy to walk you through it.