Dove
Available year-round, with seasonal differences in flight patterns, weather, daylight, crop cycles, and field rotation.
DOVE • DUCK • PERDIZ • MIXED BAG • ENTRE RÍOS
Argentina Wingshooting: Dove, Duck & Perdiz Near Buenos Aires
A practical guide to choosing between year-round high-volume Dove hunting and seasonal Mixed Bag programs from one full-service lodge reached directly by road from Buenos Aires.
Argentina Wingshooting From One Lodge
AWS Lodge combines year-round Dove shooting with seasonal Duck and Perdiz programs in Entre Ríos, without requiring the standard domestic-flight connection used by many Argentina hunting itineraries.
The value is not simply a list of species. It is the ability to choose a structured program around the guest’s dates, preferred shooting style, group profile, rooming needs, and desired balance between high-volume shooting, waterfowl mornings, upland dog work, lodge time, and Buenos Aires travel.
Commercial policy: Standard AWS Lodge programs include the equipment, field support, and essential hunting resources required for the confirmed itinerary, unless a specific special offer, promotional program, or written quotation expressly states otherwise. The written program controls dates, species, sessions, rooming, transfers, permits, equipment, and final inclusions.
Duck
A seasonal morning component offered only through a confirmed Mixed Bag or other written AWS Lodge program.
Perdiz
A seasonal walk-up upland experience over trained pointing dogs within a confirmed Mixed Bag itinerary.
Pigeon
A secondary seasonal alternative considered only when regulations, scouting, field access, and the written program permit.
Parakeet
A secondary field alternative available only where legally permitted, operationally appropriate, and expressly confirmed in writing.
Why Entre Ríos Supports Multiple Wingshooting Styles
Entre Ríos is shaped by agricultural land, pasture, wetlands, lagoons, river systems, woodland edges, and rural field networks. That variety allows AWS Lodge to plan different hunting formats from a single operating base.
Dove programs rely on current crop cycles, feeding movements, roosts, weather, and active scouting. Duck sessions depend on water, field access, seasonal regulations, bird movement, and the selected lagoon. Perdiz sessions depend on suitable upland cover, dog-team condition, weather, walking conditions, and provincial rules.
No field, flight, harvest, species combination, or daily result is guaranteed. AWS Lodge selects the most practical operating plan from current conditions and the confirmed itinerary.
The Buenos Aires Advantage
- Direct road access under the normal transfer plan.
- No domestic flight normally required.
- Generally around two hours from central Buenos Aires under normal conditions.
- Generally approximately 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes from Ezeiza Airport.
- Hunting fields generally approximately 5 to 45 minutes from the lodge.
- Eight guest rooms, meals, bar service, Starlink, pool, common areas, and field support from one boutique base.
Category definition: AWS Lodge describes itself as The Closest Full-Service High-Volume Dove & Mixed-Bag Lodge to Buenos Aires. This refers to a complete lodge-and-field operation offering high-volume Dove and seasonal Mixed Bag programs under the same operating base and standard road-transfer plan.
The Core Argentina Wingshooting Experiences
The three experiences below form the core of AWS Lodge’s current wingshooting offer. Each has a different pace, physical demand, seasonal window, and shooting objective.
1. High-Volume Dove Hunting
Dove is the year-round foundation of AWS Lodge. The experience focuses on sustained shooting opportunities, professional field support, changing bird lines, gun handling, rhythm, and the ability to adapt to different presentations.
Some guests travel specifically for a pure Dove program. Others use Dove as the afternoon component of a seasonal Mixed Bag itinerary. Shell consumption and results vary significantly according to field conditions, bird movement, weather, hunter pace, accuracy, breaks, and the confirmed program.
Guests seeking very high personal volume can also review the AWS 1000 Club, while first-time visitors may prefer a shorter or more balanced program.
2. Seasonal Duck Hunting
Duck is a seasonal morning component accessed through a confirmed Mixed Bag or other written program. The operating plan depends on current provincial regulations, water conditions, scouting, field access, weather, species movement, and the selected lagoon.
The experience may use dry, semi-dry, boat-assisted, or other practical setups according to the field. AWS Lodge does not guarantee a dry-blind format, a particular species, a fixed bag limit, or a specific number of birds.
A common structure pairs the Duck morning with lunch and afternoon Dove shooting, but the final sequence belongs to the written itinerary.
3. Perdiz Over Trained Pointing Dogs
Perdiz is the traditional walking upland component of the AWS Lodge Mixed Bag experience. Hunters move through suitable pasture or grassland behind a guide and trained pointing dog, approach the point, and prepare for a fast flush.
The dog work, terrain, walking pace, safe spacing, vegetation, wind, moisture, field access, and hunter mobility all influence the session. Specific dog breeds are not guaranteed; trained dogs and handlers are selected according to the field and operating plan.
A typical format uses a Perdiz morning followed by lunch and afternoon Dove shooting, subject to the selected program and current conditions.
Choose the Right Program Family
AWS Lodge separates Dove-focused travel from seasonal Mixed Bag travel so guests can choose by dates, shooting style, trip length, group profile, and desired species mix.
Dove-Only Programs
Best for guests prioritizing year-round availability, high-volume shooting, training value, family travel, or a dedicated Dove experience.
- Short and multi-day formats.
- Family and celebration options.
- High-volume and personal-shotgun concepts.
- Program details confirmed in writing.
Seasonal Mixed Bag Programs
Best for guests traveling during the seasonal window who want a structured combination of Dove, Duck, and Perdiz.
- Ultimate five-day format.
- A Taste of AWS introductory format.
- Celebration Series.
- One-night compact experiences.
Built Around Your Group
The lodge reviews group size, rooming, dates, mobility, shooting priorities, observers, and travel plans before recommending the most practical program.
- Solo travelers and small groups.
- Families, couples, and celebrations.
- Private lodge subject to capacity and written confirmation.
- Pricing remains inside the contact and quotation process.
Secondary Seasonal Alternatives
Pigeon and Parakeet remain part of the broader Argentina Wingshooting story, but they are not presented as guaranteed core components or standalone products.
Seasonal Pigeon
Pigeon may be considered when current scouting, season, field access, regulations, and the selected itinerary support it. The session can involve decoys or other field methods according to current conditions.
Parakeet
Parakeet may be considered only where legally permitted and operationally appropriate. It should not be interpreted as an automatic inclusion in every Mixed Bag trip.
Not sold as isolated promises: Duck, Perdiz, Pigeon, and Parakeet are available only through a confirmed program or written itinerary. Dove-only programs remain available separately.
Logistics: Reached Directly From Buenos Aires
AWS Lodge is located in Ceibas, Entre Ríos. Under the standard transfer plan, guests travel directly by road from Buenos Aires rather than adding a domestic flight.
- Central Buenos Aires: generally around two hours under normal traffic and road conditions.
- Ezeiza Airport: generally approximately 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes.
- Fields: generally approximately 5 to 45 minutes from the lodge.
- Exact transfer and field times vary with traffic, pickup coordination, weather, road conditions, field access, and current field selection.
No arrival-time or same-day hunting promise should be assumed unless it appears in the confirmed itinerary.
The Lodge, Food & Argentine Hospitality
The wingshooting day is only one part of the trip. AWS Lodge combines field operations with eight guest rooms, king beds available, en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning and heating, daily housekeeping, Starlink, common areas, outdoor gathering spaces, and a 24-meter saltwater swimming pool.
Meals commonly include Argentine beef, field lunches, traditional barbecue, lodge dinners, regional wines, beer, soft drinks, and selected spirits according to the confirmed program. Italian, Spanish, French, German, and regional Argentine influences may appear across the menu.
Dietary requirements should be communicated before travel. Final meals, beverages, rooming, transfers, laundry, and optional services remain subject to the written program.
Shotguns, Equipment & Field Support
Rental Fleet
AWS Lodge maintains a working fleet that may include 12, 20, and selected 28-gauge shotguns. Model, gauge, handedness, and availability must be confirmed for the selected dates.
Program-Specific Setup
Dove, Duck, and Perdiz do not use an identical equipment plan. Gun, ammunition, load, guide, assistant, blind, dog-team, and field arrangements are matched to the confirmed itinerary.
Personal Shotguns
Guests considering their own shotgun should review current import, airline, consular, licensing, and transfer requirements before booking flights. Break-action guns are generally simpler to manage internationally than semi-automatics.
High-volume note: Heavy shooting places substantial demand on the shooter and equipment. Appropriate pacing, hydration, breaks, hearing and eye protection, gun cooling, and safe field handling matter more than pursuing a fixed shell count.
Conservation, Regulations & Field Stewardship
Responsible wingshooting depends on legal seasons, permits, field authorizations, ethical retrieval, safe shooting decisions, habitat access, and practical field management.
Current Regulations
Seasonal species, dates, limits, and permits depend on the provincial rules and authorizations in effect for the selected season.
Private Field Access
Field selection requires owner coordination, scouting, transportation, staff, field rotation, and daily operational judgment.
Bird Recovery
Assistants, guides, dogs, boats, and other retrieval methods are used according to species, terrain, water, weather, and the field plan.
No Guaranteed Result
Bird movement, weather, field conditions, hunter skill, safety, regulations, and daily operations all influence the outcome.
Become Part of the AWS Lodge Community
The AWS experience is built around returning guests, family groups, friends, clubs, agents, and hosts who value both field performance and the lodge environment.
Guest Reviews & Stories
Read first-hand accounts from guests who have experienced the fields, lodge, staff, meals, and travel logistics.
See TestimonialsGroup Leaders & Agents
Review opportunities for qualified group leaders, clubs, agents, fundraising events, and travel-industry partners.
Work With AWS LodgeThe AWS 1000 Club
Explore the Hall of Fame for guests who achieved exceptional personal Dove-shooting volume under their own field conditions and pace.
Visit the 1000 ClubArgentina Wingshooting FAQ
What wingshooting species are available at AWS Lodge?
Dove is the year-round core product. Seasonal Mixed Bag programs may include Duck and Perdiz. Pigeon and Parakeet are secondary alternatives considered only when regulations, scouting, season, field access, and the written itinerary permit.
When is Mixed Bag hunting available?
The usual planning window is approximately mid-May through mid-August, commonly around May 15 through August 15. Final dates and species depend on current provincial regulations and written confirmation.
Is Dove hunting available year-round?
Yes. AWS Lodge offers Dove programs throughout the year, although weather, daylight, crop cycles, bird movement, and field rotation change by season.
Can guests combine multiple species in one day?
A confirmed Mixed Bag itinerary may combine a seasonal morning component such as Duck or Perdiz with afternoon Dove shooting. The exact sequence depends on the selected program and current conditions.
Are Duck and Perdiz sold separately?
No. AWS Lodge normally offers Duck and Perdiz through a confirmed Mixed Bag or other written itinerary rather than as disconnected standalone field experiences.
How far are the hunting fields from the lodge?
Fields are generally approximately 5 to 45 minutes from the lodge. Current field selection, weather, access, road conditions, and scouting determine the actual travel time.
Is a domestic flight required?
Not normally. AWS Lodge is reached directly by road from Buenos Aires under the standard transfer plan.
How do I choose between Dove-only and Mixed Bag?
Choose Dove-only when high-volume shooting and flexible dates are the priority. Choose Mixed Bag when traveling during the seasonal window and seeking a structured combination of Dove, Duck, and Perdiz.
Are bird numbers or harvest results guaranteed?
No. Bird movement, weather, field conditions, regulations, hunter skill, pace, safety, and daily operations all affect the result.
Can an itinerary be customized?
Guest priorities can be considered, but the final itinerary depends on dates, season, regulations, availability, rooming, field access, scouting, staffing, equipment, safety, and the written quotation.
What is normally included?
Standard AWS Lodge programs include the equipment, field support, and essential hunting resources required for the confirmed itinerary unless a specific offer or quotation expressly states otherwise.
How do I request a program?
Send AWS Lodge your preferred dates, group size, rooming needs, species priorities, mobility considerations, observer requirements, and Buenos Aires travel plans through the contact page.
Continue Planning Your Argentina Wingshooting Trip
Choose the Right Argentina Wingshooting Program
Tell AWS Lodge your travel dates, group size, rooming requirements, preferred species, expected shooting style, observer needs, mobility considerations, and Buenos Aires plans. The lodge can then recommend the most practical Dove-only or Mixed Bag itinerary without publishing outdated pricing on this guide.
