BirdDog makes it easy to get outside and hunt. We exist to provide Hunters with exceptional hunting experiences. By partnering with ranch owners, we give Hunters easy access to a broad range of hunts across many types of game. Our partner ranches include properties with five-star lodging and amenities and those with more modest accommodations. Similarly, some ranches are set up for trophy hunts with a high chance of success for a once-in-a-lifetime trophy, while others are geared toward the chase. BirdDog aims to ensure both new and seasoned Hunters alike confidence that their hunting experience will be what they expect. Above all, our goal is to facilitate memorable experiences for all hunting guests.

We strive to provide complete and accurate information in the ranch profile. If you don't find what you need there, please contact us by emailing BirdDog directly at [email protected].

You will receive an email with additional details about your hunt immediately after booking, and exact location details will be sent approximately one week prior to your hunt. In the meantime, please feel free to contact us with questions at [email protected].

Most types of game listed on BirdDog require a hunting license. Additionally, in Texas, Hunter Education is required for all hunters born after September 2, 1971. Hunters from the age of 9-16, who are accompanied by a properly certified adult of at least 17 who is licensed to hunt in Texas are also exempt. Hunter Education requirements can be met by completion of an in-person or online course. You can purchase Texas hunting licenses, and find out more information here: https://tpwd.texas.gov/business/licenses/online_sales. When hunting on private property, animals that do not require a license include: hogs, coyotes, bobcats, and other nuisance animals.

The entirety of the base cost of the hunt is paid through BirdDog's website. In the event that the hunter takes a larger animal - or additional animals - the balance will be charged after the hunt. Hunters are expected to tip guides a minimum of 10%.

Suggested gear for your hunt will be emailed with the hunt details after booking. In most cases you will need to bring your own firearm. Some ranches have firearms available for use or rent. In the event that the ranch does not offer firearms for use, and you don’t have access to one, please let BirdDog know, and we will work to procure one.

Hunters who, during the course of the hunt, do not have an opportunity for the animal they're after will be offered a credit to return and hunt again at just the cost of lodging. This does not apply for low-fence hunts. If a Hunter wounds an animal, misses a shot, or does not take their intended animal, the full price will apply.

BirdDog provides incredible hunting experiences for seasoned and new Hunters alike. All hunts are guided by experts who are happy to educate and instruct as necessary. We do, however, recommend that you practice at a shooting range before big game hunts as injuring an animal commits you to paying the full price of that animal.

"Many of our hunts are guided hunts. These guides are very experienced with preparing game once it has been harvested. Guides will pull the meat off the animal and prepare the meat to be transported in a cooler. Any additional processing is up to the hunter. Meat processing costs are not included in the hunt cost. Guides can also cape out trophies to prepare them for mounting. Similar to the meat, any taxidermy work is up to the hunter. The cost of mounting is not included in the hunt cost (unless otherwise specified on the ranch listing).",

At BirdDog, our ultimate goal is conservation by helping landowners to optimize their ranches. We help landowners to market and sell hunts, and in doing so generate more revenue from their land without giving up control. Unlike a lease, you control the ranch calendar and when it can and can’t be used for hunts. We also provide consulting on ranch optimization, hunt pricing, and market pricing comparisons. We handle all of the marketing, administration, and booking on behalf of the landowner. All the partner ranch needs to focus on is the hunting!

All you need is to own a property large enough to 1. Reasonably hunt on, and 2. Actually hold the game you are trying to sell. For example, you could hypothetically sell bow hunts for native whitetail deer on just a few acres as long as you really had deer coming to a feeder or passing through. Please reach out to [email protected] with more questions.