Enjoy expertly guided hunts for upland bird species such as pheasant and quail across the scenic Nebraska countryside. With a team of skilled guides and trained retrievers, you'll experience a successful and memorable hunt across pristine fields.
The package includes all necessary gear, unlimited ammunition, gourmet meals, and luxurious accommodations — ensuring your upland experience is both exciting and comfortable. Orvis upland vests are provided, and the state of Nebraska requires a visible article of blaze orange.
Nebraska is classic upland country, and River Lodge Outfitters gives your group private access to miles of it. From native grassland and CRP to weedy draws, shelterbelts, and crop edges, our ground holds the cover that wild birds want, and our pointing and flushing dogs turn a walk across the prairie into a genuine wingshooting adventure.
If you have been looking for Nebraska pheasant hunting, guided quail hunts, or an all-inclusive upland bird hunting trip, this is the kind of terrain that makes the drive worth it.
Ring-necked pheasants are the main draw, and Nebraska grows big, hard-flushing roosters. We also hunt bobwhite quail where the coveys hold for fast, unpredictable shooting.
Our guides run outstanding pointing and flushing dogs that find birds, hold points, and make clean retrieves. The dog work is a highlight of every upland hunt.
We hunt native grassland, CRP, weedy draws, shelterbelts, and crop edges across central Nebraska, walking at a comfortable pace with plenty of shooting.
A morning in the duck blind and an afternoon behind the dogs is one of the most popular ways to experience River Lodge, a true Nebraska mixed-bag trip.
Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 shotguns, unlimited MIGRA ammunition, and Orvis upland vests are included. Nebraska requires a visible article of blaze orange in the uplands.
Field transportation, all bird processing and packaging, gourmet meals, luxury lodging, and round-trip Kearney airport shuttle are all part of the package.
Primarily ring-necked pheasant, plus bobwhite quail where the coveys hold. Many groups pair an upland hunt with waterfowl for a mixed-bag trip.
Yes. Our guides run outstanding pointing and flushing dogs that find, hold, and retrieve birds, so the dog work is a highlight of every hunt.
Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 shotguns, unlimited MIGRA ammunition, and Orvis upland vests are provided. Nebraska requires a visible article of blaze orange, and comfortable walking boots are recommended.
Absolutely. A morning in the duck blind and an afternoon behind the dogs is one of the most popular ways to experience River Lodge.
Yes. We never combine parties, so your guides, dogs, ground, and lodge are reserved for your group alone.
“I've never seen — let alone shot — this many birds in my life. A truly top-notch experience and I'll be back again.”
“The owners treated me like family! The hospitality, amazing lodge, and array of top-notch hunting locations made this trip so memorable. Everyone needs to experience this at least once in their lifetime.”
“They've thought of everything! Great lodge, great blinds, great food — it was the total package.”
“A beautiful lodge, incredible hunting opportunities, and desirable amenities all set alongside the majestic Platte River — the River Lodge experience is unmatched!”
“When I first arrived at River Lodge I was taken back by the incredible lodge. If you want a place where you can experience incredible facilities, customer service, and the chance to shoot limits of ducks, this is it. Can't wait to get back!”
“Five-star accommodations, amazing hospitality, and most importantly outstanding bird hunting. Combine these elements and you have one of the best wingshooting lodges in the world. I can't wait until next season!”
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