The Orvis Guide To Wingshooting

Fuel your passion and explore upland opportunities.

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Chasing Birds Is In Our DNA

Few things conjure more excitement than an upcoming bird hunt. From pursuing pheasants in the Midwest to quail in southern deserts and chukar on steep slopes, upland hunters stack on the miles. At Orvis, we live for the hunt, love the birds, and enjoy sharing our knowledge with enthusiastic hunters.


Get Specific About Upland Hunting Gear

We work hard to design and build world-class upland gear for every hunt on your calendar. Upland hunters encounter a range of climates and landscapes, charging forward no matter the weather and conditions. Our team is here to help you protect cherished shotguns, organize field kits, and find the best approach to clothing and equipment for every hunt.


Explore Our Pro-level Wingshooting Tips & Instruction

Learn everything about upland hunting from the ground up in our Guide To Wingshooting. New hunters can build a base of fundamental techniques while learning about gear, guns, and the birds we all love to chase. Experienced hunters will find no shortage of guides, stories, and advice from the pros to elevate their game. Stay engaged and in the loop!


Plan An Epic Hunt

We have combed through private and public land destinations, building a world-class network of opportunities to pursue. Get out your bucket list and check off a few boxes with wingshooting hunts from South Dakota to Argentina. Our adventures team can help you find the perfect hunt just about anywhere in the globe.

Wingshooting Resources & Stories

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Guide To Wingshooting

How Do I Clean A Shotgun?

Consult our guidelines and learn step by step how to clean a shotgun. Our expert advice explains...
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Guide to Wingshooting

What Is Upland Hunting?

Discover what distinguishes upland hunting from other types of bird hunting. Learn what the "big...
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Guide To Wingshooting

Benefits Of A Shotgun Fitting

The benefits of a shotgun fitting include more fluid pointing and shooting and enhanced recoil...
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Guide To Wingshooting

Grouseman Wingshooting Video

For wingshooting guide Steve Grossman, the hunt is about so much more than shooting a limit of...
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Guide To Wingshooting

Uplander Bird-Hunting Video

When you first get into bird hunting, it's all about getting the bird. Then you start enjoying the...
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Adventure Stories

A Hunter's Story Begins

In our search for birds, we learned the intricacies of their habitat, which opened our eyes to the...
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Guide To Wingshooting

Upland Moment of Thrill

Orvis invites you to embrace a moment of thrill in anticipation of upland hunting season: You...
The Great Awaits.

Kootenai Country


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Brian Grossenbacher

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Orvis Presents: Grouseman
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ORVIS Presents: Uplander - An Upland Hunting Love Story
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ORVIS Presents: Copa
A silhouette view of hunters with the word Grouseman in gold.
Orvis Presents: Grouseman
Two hunters in a drone view of a large rolling hill.
ORVIS Presents: Uplander - An Upland Hunting Love Story
Simon Perkins sits in a field face to face with his bird dog Copa
ORVIS Presents: Copa
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See Our Shooting Grounds

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