Great Destinations for the Best Bird Hunting Experiences

1. Great Destinations for the B e s t B i r d Hu n t i n g E x p e r i e n c e s Hunters, very much like others that enjoy leisure time, have their own preferences. Some go to Africa to hunt big game and lion; others prefer smaller buck and pheasant shooting, for example. Personal preference will always play a big part – also with regard to the destination one prefers to visit. In many parts of the world bird hunting and wingshooting activities are very popular. One such area is the Southeast of the US with states such as Alabama, Georgia and the like among the popular destinations. Also, part of one’s trip will always be influenced by the choice or choices of available lodges. When you hunt deer, or your choice of birds, chances are you will make a study of the best lodges to consider. Of course different hunters have their own requirements; however, everyone will agree they are looking for value. This value, for most, is found in features such as the facilities that lodges offer, also with regard to the buck or birds they are after. Pheasant shooting, as an example, will always emphasize for the hunter the following, among some: a great lodge for its services; ample opportunity; positions to shoot from; assistance from dogs to fetch downed birds; number of birds allowed; sizes of teams. These are some aspects to be considered. Not all lodges necessarily place the same limits on how many birds or buck are allowed to be shot, and what not. Visitors will obviously look around to see which lodge or hunting facility they prefer. As is the case with pheasants, it is good to accept the same will apply to other forms of hunting – and the available facilities every time at the lodge of your choice.

2. It must also be remembered that every ethical, responsible lodge and hunting facility will always ensure that they do not allow senseless killing which will deplete the bird or buck population for generations to follow. To this end they will control the hunts, the number of birds or buck to be bagged, the size of hunting groups. This is an example of well-planned, organised conservation of herds and birds. Only the best among these will, in the end, survive. The good ones among them, therefore, run professional facilities under the watchful eye of good managers and assistants. Some even employ experienced biologists that make sure they follow all processes correctly, collect data and stay abreast of how herds are moving on their land. Also, they will make sure their land – where hunters are given their opportunities – is well looked after in terms of the forage and access to water sources they provide for the animals. All of this forms part of the greater echo system and the wildlife management programs which ensure enough quality buck and birds. For the hunter it means access to great, healthy animals; for the lodge it means a great name and many return visitors. That is, after all, what the hunter wants: a lodge to return to year after year because of their good name and sound practices. Also, when young hunters grow up in this kind of environment where emphasis is placed on healthy hunting practices, there is every chance that they, too, will become responsible hunters and visit and support those facilities known for their good organisation and their support for healthy wildlife programs and conservation. Of course some lodges stand out above many others, specifically because they support initiatives to make sure all correct processes are followed in terms of conservation, but also because their facilities are better than others’. That is why hunters always do their research before they book a hunting trip, whether they want to shoot birds – or hunt deer.

3. The enthusiast will feel right at home at Westervelt Lodge, where we offer decades of the finest hunting experiences in all of Alabama. We are situated along the banks of the Tombigbee River on 12, 000 acres of very scenic surrounds. We offer various packages for hunters and their friends to experience what wingshooting, deer hunting and wild turkey hunting are about. Our accommodations are top-notch and our staff friendly and helpful. We are also geared to host corporate functions, weddings and other special events. Some additional activities we are known or include fishing, archery and nature watching and going for lovely, peaceful walks. For more about us, please visit http://westerveltlodge.com/