The Rackett Grange and Hunting Preserve

The Rackett Grange and Hunting Preserve operates one of the region's most comprehensive hunting operations in the Nebraska Sandhills near Lewellen. Owner Stan Baker travels to Spain and Morocco to master European driven hunt techniques, bringing that level of intensity and authenticity to the American high-plains experience.

All hunts take place on the Rackett's own private 27,000-acre property, which guarantees exclusivity—you'll be the only hunters for miles in any direction. The operation has equipment to cover this entire terrain effectively.

Archery & Rifle Options:

All packages include 5 nights/4 days lodging and meals. Transportation from Denver available on custom packages.

The ranch sits next to Ted Turner's Blue Creek Ranch, where thousands of buffalo roam the Sandhills—a testament to the habitat quality that produces trophy-class animals.

This is where The Rackett separates itself from typical upland operations. Their driven hunts are British-style classic shoots centered around historic Bison Peak. Hunters rotate through 10 stations across a 100-acre course over rolling prairie and cottonwood groves.

• •300 to 1,000 birds flushed across the course
• •Hunters positioned in 2-person teams at different "pegs"
• •Pheasants and chukars flush and explode into the sky at 50-60 mph
• •Typical round: 5-6 boxes of shells in 3 hours
• •Trained retrieving dogs and a Huntmaster oversee safety
• •Next day: Field hunts with pointing dogs, 6-seater ATVs with gun mounts for older hunters, or walking hunts for younger participants

Driven Hunt Packages Include: - 1,000 birds per 8 hunters (pheasants & chukars) - 2 nights luxury accommodations - Gourmet dining - Guided field hunt after the driven shoot - Access to clay pigeon shoot and 4 trap ranges - European shoot training

The seven-month upland season offers guided hunts with no bag limit on 27,000 acres. Groups of up to 5 people hunt pheasant, chukar, quail, and sharptail grouse with trained pointer dogs (German shorthairs, English pointers, pointing labs, and the signature dog Butch—a Wirehair Griffon pointer). Kids are welcome and encouraged; they offer 2-hour kids fun hunt packages.

Blue Creek and ranch ponds add habitat variety. Both wild and controlled shooting areas extend the season.

• •Trap Field Clubhouse with heated facility
• •100-Acre Sporting Clays Course
• •4 Trap Ranges with Promatic clay thrower
• •Helice Shooting (live-bird training alternative)
• •Instructional Clinics for skill development
• •Shooting calendar published for all events

The Rackett operates as a full resort, not just a day-hunt operation. They're the only luxury lodge offering 1, 2, or 3-day hunts from Denver with included transportation. You leave Denver early with light breakfast provided, arrive for a full day hunt, and return relaxed.

Accommodations: - The Main Lodge - Private Cabins - Gourmet meals included - Luxury amenities

Additional Activities: - Golf - Fishing - Summer vacation packages - Family reunions and getaways - Corporate team-building retreats

The Rackett specializes in corporate events with flexible scheduling. Exclusive use of all facilities means groups control their itinerary. They'll customize activities to appeal to diverse attendees—not everyone hunts, so clay shooting, fishing, and golf round out corporate packages.

Club guns available in lighter weights for young hunters with minimal recoil. The 2-hour Kids Fun Hunt introduces children to shooting in a structured, safe environment. Family reunions combine hunting, shooting, and lodge relaxation.

The Rackett Grange and Hunting Preserve - Address: 9250 Road 193, Lewellen, NE 69147 - Main: 303-910-8187 - Resort: 308-772-9911 - Email: [email protected] - Contact for current pricing on 2 & 3-day pheasant and upland packages - Membership discounts available for regular hunters