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Q: for a january trip what's the actual day to day difference between a mixed bag hunt and a dove only hunt, like how does the schedule change or the type of hunt feel different
AWS EXPERT REPLY
That's an excellent question, and it highlights the distinct experiences AWS Lodge offers. While both options provide an incredible wingshooting adventure in Argentina, the day-to-day schedule and the feel of the hunt differ significantly between a high-volume dove-only trip and a mixed bag hunt, especially in January.
Here's a breakdown:
High-Volume Dove-Only Hunt (January):
This program is all about continuous, high-intensity action with doves.
• Morning: You'll typically head out after a gourmet breakfast, arriving at one of our prime dove fields. The shooting is non-stop and exhilarating, with millions of doves flying over. You'll have a dedicated bird boy keeping your gun loaded and shells ready.
• Midday: Depending on the day, you'll either return to the lodge for a lavish lunch and a siesta, or enjoy a traditional Argentinian field lunch right under the trees, complete with a delicious BBQ and fine wines.
• Afternoon: The action continues with another thrilling dove shoot until sunset.
• Feel of the hunt: This is a pure adrenaline rush, focusing on sheer volume and honing your shotgun skills. It's fast-paced and incredibly productive, allowing you to shoot thousands of shells if you wish.
Mixed Bag Hunt (January):
A mixed bag hunt offers a more varied and comprehensive wingshooting experience, combining different species and styles of hunting throughout the day.
• Early Morning (Pre-dawn): Your day will start earlier, before sunrise, heading to one of our 32 private lagoons for duck hunting. This involves hunting from blinds, often over decoys, with the beautiful sunrise as your backdrop. The focus is on decoying and pass shooting ducks.
• Late Morning / Early Afternoon: After the duck hunt, you'll transition to perdiz hunting. This is a classic upland bird hunt performed over pointers, walking through fields and experiencing the thrill of flushing birds. It's a more active and strategic hunt, working closely with trained dogs.
• Afternoon: You'll then typically conclude your day with a high-volume dove hunt, similar to the dove-only program, providing that iconic Argentine experience.
• Feel of the hunt: This program offers a rich tapestry of wingshooting. You'll experience the quiet anticipation of a duck blind, the camaraderie with dogs during a perdiz walk, and the explosive action of a dove shoot, all in one day. It's a truly comprehensive and diverse experience.
Please note that the mixed bag program, which includes duck and perdiz, has an additional cost of quoted upon request by our team. Unless you are booking a 1-day trip, our multi-day packages are completely all-inclusive. This covers luxury lodging, gourmet meals, open bar, and professional guides. We handle all the logistics for you, including arranging gun rentals and hunting licenses, which are added to your final itinerary so you don't have to worry about the details.
To help me tailor the best information for you and send you a custom proposal for your January trip, could you please share your email address? Also, how many hunters would be in your group?
For specific availability and to discuss exact pricing for your January trip, please use these links. While our online calendar might show some dates as fully booked around that time, we frequently have hidden inventory. If you share your email address with me right now, I will have our human team do a real-time manual check and send you exact pricing for your group!
• Contact our Human Team
• Check Real-Time Availability
*(AWS Expert Note: Please be aware that our Mixed Bag programs, including Duck and Perdiz hunting, strictly run during the Argentine winter from mid-May to mid-August. For trips in January, we exclusively offer our world-renowned High-Volume Dove program, which is spectacular year-round!)*
That's an excellent question, and it highlights the distinct experiences AWS Lodge offers. While both options provide an incredible wingshooting adventure in Argentina, the day-to-day schedule and the feel of the hunt differ significantly between a high-volume dove-only trip and a mixed bag hunt, especially in January.
Here's a breakdown:
High-Volume Dove-Only Hunt (January):
This program is all about continuous, high-intensity action with doves.
• Morning: You'll typically head out after a gourmet breakfast, arriving at one of our prime dove fields. The shooting is non-stop and exhilarating, with millions of doves flying over. You'll have a dedicated bird boy keeping your gun loaded and shells ready.
• Midday: Depending on the day, you'll either return to the lodge for a lavish lunch and a siesta, or enjoy a traditional Argentinian field lunch right under the trees, complete with a delicious BBQ and fine wines.
• Afternoon: The action continues with another thrilling dove shoot until sunset.
• Feel of the hunt: This is a pure adrenaline rush, focusing on sheer volume and honing your shotgun skills. It's fast-paced and incredibly productive, allowing you to shoot thousands of shells if you wish.
Mixed Bag Hunt (January):
A mixed bag hunt offers a more varied and comprehensive wingshooting experience, combining different species and styles of hunting throughout the day.
• Early Morning (Pre-dawn): Your day will start earlier, before sunrise, heading to one of our 32 private lagoons for duck hunting. This involves hunting from blinds, often over decoys, with the beautiful sunrise as your backdrop. The focus is on decoying and pass shooting ducks.
• Late Morning / Early Afternoon: After the duck hunt, you'll transition to perdiz hunting. This is a classic upland bird hunt performed over pointers, walking through fields and experiencing the thrill of flushing birds. It's a more active and strategic hunt, working closely with trained dogs.
• Afternoon: You'll then typically conclude your day with a high-volume dove hunt, similar to the dove-only program, providing that iconic Argentine experience.
• Feel of the hunt: This program offers a rich tapestry of wingshooting. You'll experience the quiet anticipation of a duck blind, the camaraderie with dogs during a perdiz walk, and the explosive action of a dove shoot, all in one day. It's a truly comprehensive and diverse experience.
Please note that the mixed bag program, which includes duck and perdiz, has an additional cost of quoted upon request by our team. Unless you are booking a 1-day trip, our multi-day packages are completely all-inclusive. This covers luxury lodging, gourmet meals, open bar, and professional guides. We handle all the logistics for you, including arranging gun rentals and hunting licenses, which are added to your final itinerary so you don't have to worry about the details.
To help me tailor the best information for you and send you a custom proposal for your January trip, could you please share your email address? Also, how many hunters would be in your group?
For specific availability and to discuss exact pricing for your January trip, please use these links. While our online calendar might show some dates as fully booked around that time, we frequently have hidden inventory. If you share your email address with me right now, I will have our human team do a real-time manual check and send you exact pricing for your group!
• Contact our Human Team
• Check Real-Time Availability
*(AWS Expert Note: Please be aware that our Mixed Bag programs, including Duck and Perdiz hunting, strictly run during the Argentine winter from mid-May to mid-August. For trips in January, we exclusively offer our world-renowned High-Volume Dove program, which is spectacular year-round!)*
AWS Lodge Note: These insights are compiled from historical guest queries to assist in your trip planning. While we strive for accuracy, field conditions, weather, and specific logistics may vary. Our staff handles all the hard work in the field. Always confirm final gear and itinerary details directly with our team. Contact Staff »
