Sportsmans Acres Pheasant Hunts

Sportsman's Acres operates across 12,000 acres of Freeman, South Dakota—a mix of corn fields, food plots, CRP land, James River bottom, tree groves, canals, and cattail sloughs. The habitat is deliberately managed for pheasant breeding and population growth, which shows in the results.

"Only a few of our visitors have gone home without birds in the past eight years." Most hunters report seeing more pheasants in a single day than in their entire hunting careers.

They hunt the traditional way: dogs, blocks, and pheasant drives. These aren't pen-raised birds—they're wild, fast, and built for the South Dakota wind. For every three birds bagged, some hunters go through a box of shells just to connect. Sharp-tailed grouse and Hungarian partridge also show up as bonus birds.

What to bring: - 12 gauge recommended (16, 20, 28 gauge work fine) - Modified to full choke for late season - Shot size #6, #5, or #4 - A well-fitting shotgun matters more than gauge

• •Guides: All hunts include a Pro-Staff Guide Team member
• •Airport service: Pickup and drop-off available
• •Dog policy: Your dogs welcome if they work safely with other hunters; kennels available if needed
• •Mobility options: 4-wheeler access for older hunters or those with limited walking ability
• •Stand options: Ladder stands, stationary stands, ground blinds—choose what works for you

Non-resident licenses available through South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks or Cabela's Mitchell stores. Plan ahead for your skill level—many hunters benefit from clay shooting practice beforehand.