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Elkhorn Lake Hunt Club
Bucyrus
•62.1 miles from Columbus
Elkhorn Lake Hunt Club opened in 1962 with one mission: upland gamebird hunting at its best. That means groomed fields, quality birds, and experienced handlers. They're open to the public—no membership requirement, though memberships with prepaid bird packages are available through November 1st. Rin...
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Elkhorn Lake Hunt Club opened in 1962 with one mission: upland gamebird hunting at its best. That means groomed fields, quality birds, and experienced handlers. They're open to the public—no membership requirement, though memberships with prepaid bird packages are available through November 1st.
- •Ringneck pheasant (October 1 - March 31)
- •Chukar partridge (October 1 - March 31)
- •Hungarian partridge (October 1 - March 31)
- •Quail (April, limited availability)
- •Dog Training Special (October 1-31): Lowest cost of the year. Bring your own dog for a 6-hen pheasant bag limit at $115 per hunter. Weekends require a 12-bird minimum ($230). Add extra hens at $19 each.
- •Guided Hunts (October 1 - March 31): Use your own dog or hire an Elkhorn handler ($60 per hunt for handler services).
- •Spring Quail Special (April): For dog owners with optional handler assistance. Reservation required by March 1st.
Morning and afternoon hunt reservations keep safety manageable. Payment covers birds released.
| Membership Type | Includes | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Individual (New) | 20 pheasant pkg | $600 ($580 w/ NRA) |
| Individual (Renewal) | 20 pheasant pkg | $550 ($530 w/ NRA) |
| Corporate (New) | 60 pheasant pkg | $1,630 ($1,590 w/ NRA) |
| Corporate (Renewal) | 60 pheasant pkg | $1,590 ($1,530 w/ NRA) |
Birds don't carry over—they expire February 15th unless pre-arranged (like having them dressed). Prepay by October 1st and get a 100-bird sporting clays card (individuals) or 200-bird card (corporate).
"Why travel so far for what's so close to home?" — Elkhorn's approach to being a destination hunt club that's actually nearby.
Beyond hunting, they run Sporting Clays events throughout the year. Members get discounts: $2 off per round (individual) or $3 off (corporate).
Their Annual Bratwurst Sporting Clays Fun Shoot runs August 16, 2025. Family Field Day happens the last Saturday in September each year.
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Elkhorn Lake Hunt Club
4146 Klopfenstein Road Bucyrus, OH 44820 419-562-6131 or 419-617-5745
Sign your liability waiver online before arrival and get added to their email newsletter and mailing list. They don't sell or share your information.
Safety Information
- •Check current conditions before visiting
- •Follow all posted safety guidelines
- •Respect other shooters and maintain safe distances
Restrictions
- •Membership available (not required for day hunts)
- •Morning or afternoon reservations required
- •Liability waiver required for all hunters
- •Bird release guaranteed; hunter ability not guaranteed
- •Membership birds must be released by February 15th or forfeited
- •Limited weekend availability during Dog Training Special
Pro Tips for Visiting
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Ringneck pheasant (October 1 - March 31)
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Chukar partridge (October 1 - March 31)
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Hungarian partridge (October 1 - March 31)
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Quail (April, limited availability)
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