Corey Scores again @ Rolling Plains Adventures

Corey returned this fall for another opening weekend bow hunt at the ranch.  Bow season opened labor day weekend or Friday at noon.  Corey stated "I am not going to shoot my buck early this year, like I did last year."  Well Corey, you waited until your second nights hunt to score this buck. 

It was Saturday evening in the stand (bee hives stand) and it seemed like a perfect night.  We dropped Corey off around 5 PM and we received a call by 7PM.....BIG BUCK DOWN! 

This buck came right in to about 20 yards of the stand.  Corey drew back his bow and slammed his arrow perfectly into the vitals of this buck.  The buck only ran about 100 yards, and it was over.  We went right to the buck for some field photos, and were out of the area one hour before dark! 

This buck is going to look great on your wall Corey, great job again!

Duck hunting season getting very close!

  Duck and goose season opens very soon in North Dakota and we are pumped.  The habitat looks great, the duck and goose numbers are strong, and the dogs are ready to go. 

If you have traveled through North Dakota this summer, you will know what I am talking about when I say the numbers are strong.  There are ducks everywhere!  Any pond, pothole, or lake is loaded up with ducks. 

If you aren't excited about duck hunting yet, come to North Dakota and you will be!  See you soon!

North Dakota Bow Season Opens Friday!

 
  Who is excited about bow season opening in 2 days?  I know we are!  We have been out scouting for months now and we will see how it all pans out as the first archery hunters take stand on Friday. 

It will be hot though, so we are positive the movement will be slower.  Luckily, we only need a couple of minutes before dark to bring one of those big boys to the ground.  So far many of the bucks are moving with plenty of daylight left. 

We all have high hopes of great success this early archery season.  Good luck to all hunters hitting the field this fall.

From your team at Rolling Plains Adventures,

Happy Hunting!

North Dakota Pheasant Hunting Forecast

 

North Dakota – Pheasant Population Up 59 Percent (from ND Pheasants Forever)

Forecast: North Dakota pheasant numbers will be improved over all portions of the state compared to the past few seasons, up 59 percent as indicated by the state's roadside survey count, reports Stan Kohn, Upland Game Management Supervisor with the North Dakota Game & Fish Department. Kohn says mild winter weather and good spring weather plus nesting habitat availability in the spring equated to better nesting success and brood survival. Last year, hunters bagged 683,563 roosters in North Dakota.

Statistics from southwestern North Dakota indicate the number of broods was up 37 percent and number of birds observed was up 30 percent from 2011. Observers counted 19 broods and 168 birds per 100 miles. The average brood size was 6.5. “Census numbers indicate this district will have the best pheasant numbers in the state this fall,” Kohn said. “A stronger breeding population this spring coupled with good production should provide hunters with plenty of birds and a good number of young birds this fall." Kohn says while the southwest portion of North Dakota will have the best numbers, wingshooters would be wise not to overlook the central part of the state.

Results from the southeast show the number of birds observed was up 134 percent from last year, and the number of broods was up 144 percent. Observers counted nine broods and 88 birds per 100 miles. The average brood size was 6.6. “Even though this district shows a large percentage increase, pheasant numbers were pretty low last year,” Kohn said. “With that said, hunters should see more pheasants than in 2011, especially after row crops are harvested.”

Statistics from the northwest indicated pheasants are up 258 percent from last year, with broods up 268 percent. Observers recorded nine broods and 79 birds per 100 miles. Average brood size was 6.3. “Similar to the southeast, hunters should temper expectations because numbers were low in this district last year,” Kohn said. “There will be some areas where pheasant hunting will be slow.”

Season Dates: October 12 through January 6, 2013
Daily Bag Limit: 3
Possession Limit: 12
Field Notes:: If you’re thinking about traveling to North Dakota, note that if you’re born after 1961, you must complete a certified hunter education course and show proof of certification when buying a license.

North Dakota is prime duck and pheasant hunting!

If you have never experienced North Dakota in the fall, you need to add it to your bucket list. 

The ring neck pheasant hunting is some of the best in the country.  You will witness thousands of pheasants while visiting this great state.  Hunting pheasants is so much fun to do alone with your dog, or with a large group of buddies. 

The duck and goose hunting in North Dakota is also at the top of the list.  North Dakota is known as the "duck factory" or the breeding grounds for many ducks.  North Dakota is also the pot hole region, which is perfect for nesting and hunting.  Early season you will find strong local numbers of ducks, while mid to late season you will find the big migration coming through.  This is the time you will have the chance to witness the tornado's of waterfowl pouring into your decoy spreads.  If you have never had the opportunity to experience this, this is a must.  If you are not a waterfowl hunter, I guarantee you will become one once you experience  how fun it truly is!

Duck hunting Migration

North Dakota Pheasant Season only 3 months away!

  The North Dakota Pheasant season opener is only 3 months away.....and counting.  The guides and staff at Rolling Plains Adventures are getting very excited for this time of the year.  Its the sounds of the roosters crowing early in the morning, to the sounds of the shotguns going off, you just have to experience this to know what I am talking about. 

  North Dakota pheasant season is like a holiday...EVERYONE is out in the field chasing the wild rooster.  Pheasants are flying everywhere, laughs are had by all, and I am sure there will be missed shots!  Don't worry, we won't tell!!!

  Remember, at Rolling Plains Adventures, we offer the Fully Loaded Package.  This package allows you to hunt ducks and geese in the morning and upland / pheasants and grouse in the afternoon.  After a nice day of hunting in the field, you will have the privilege to dine in the Grand Lodge and sip on your favorite drink at the Ranch Saloon. 

All this talk about hunting and pheasant opener is getting me WAY to excited!!!!  I can't wait for the fall!  See you soon!

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2013 Pheasant Hunting Season Outlook

The nesting season for the ring neck pheasant is still going strong.  Some have hatched, but many of them are still on the nests.  There is a strong number of hens on their nests, so it is great news if the conditions cooperate.

There is a strong bug population right now and the weather is turning warm.  These are ideal nesting conditions for the pheasants.  We have received above average rainfall this year.  In June alone, we received about 13 inches of rainfall.  At least all the rain has created more bugs for food, plenty of cover, and plenty of drinking water for the chicks.

If we do get a strong hatch, we are very excited to get out into the fields this fall.  We have changed so much of the habitat and added so many new fields.  All the guides are ready to take hunters out this fall, so get ready for a great hunting season!