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Ranch Country Waterfowl operates a family-owned hunting operation established in 2019, built on 20+ years of successful deer and turkey guiding experience. Matt Nelson runs the outfit with family and close friends, focused on creating hunts that people actually remember and friendships that last.

The ranch spans over 10,000 acres across two counties in Southeast Kansas, between Fall River and Toronto lakes. You'll find 80+ watersheds, ponds, crop fields, and creeks—the infrastructure that makes for serious waterfowl habitat.

• •Waterfowl Hunts target greenheads primarily, but mixed puddle duck and diver opportunities are solid. Morning hunts typically produce the best duck action. As ducks slow midday, geese start flying—meaning combo hunts that keep things interesting.

• •Turkey Hunts are spring season (April & May), hunting Eastern and Eastern/Rio hybrids.

All hunts are private parties only—they don't mix groups in blinds or lodges. The idea is simple: you come to shoot birds and actually relax with your crew.

Southeast Kansas, just over an hour east of Wichita off Highway 400 near Fall River. No complicated logistics—accessible and set up so you can focus on hunting.

Hunters are responsible for obtaining: - Non-resident hunting license - Kansas waterfowl stamp - Kansas HIP stamp - Federal waterfowl stamp

Your dog is welcome if you bring your own hide/blind setup. Dogs can stay in the lodge under supervision or be kenneled otherwise.