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Orvis-Endorsed Wingshooting Lodge in West Point, Mississippi
100% customer satisfaction has been our commitment since 1856. It's who we are. If you aren't happy with a product or service, we want to know about it. And we'll make it right.
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Orvis-Endorsed Wingshooting Lodge
Prairie Wildlife is the premier conservation-driven sporting estate located in the heart of the Mississippi Black Prairie. Prairie Wildlife is the culmination of Mr. Jimmy Bryans vision. “Mr. Jimmy” as he is affectionally known is a lifelong Mississippi native and an avid quail hunter, he decided 25 years ago that he wanted to bring back the quail hunting tradition to how he remembered it in his youth.
He set about resurrecting the habitat which supported a viable healthy quail population. Working with leading quail biologist at Mississippi State University he has planted native warm season grasses, hedge rows and other vegetation that supports quail.
From your arrival to your departure you will be provided with exacting service in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.
Your walkup quail hunting will be in a variety of locations where you will experience excellent dog work, strong flying birds and dedicated and experienced guides. If you prefer you can bring and hunt behind your own bird dogs which can be housed in dog kennels set aside for the exclusive use of guests.
After your hunt you will relax in comfort enjoying a cigar and cocktail on the lodge veranda overlooking our horseshoe lake, filled with bass and other pan fish. Or you can enjoy the patio with its fire pit and relive your day afield.
The Prairie Wildlife chef will prepare gourmet meals that befit the finest restaurant and enjoyed in a collegial atmosphere.
If you find some down time, try our 5-stand, Helice course or one of our other shooting venues under the guidance of our shooting instructor.
Thierry Bombeke, longtime publisher of Shooting Sportsman Magazine and international wing shooter said of PW: ‘I would like to thank all of you for the extraordinary manner in which you accommodated the Shooting Sportsman group. We have conducted our hunts at dozens of the world’s best lodges, and I cannot think of any that did a better job than Prairie Wildlife! Every aspect of our experience was excellent, and I appreciate the effort that all of you made to make it that way.'
Orvis is pleased to offer our travel customers access to two valuable services: Global Rescue travel membership and IMG Signature Travel Insurance℠.
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Prairie Wildlife Has A Variety Of Options Available:
The Bryan Lodge Has 5 guest rooms that are tastefully decorated, the bedding is plush and very comfortable. New Lodge Annex: Consists of 8 Double Semiprivate 2 - Queen Beds each has a large private bathroom. The Magnolia House Consist of 4 - King rooms each with a private bathroom and balcony that overlooks the horseshoe lake. The magnolia House which is situated to the Bryan Lodge. The Pleasant Home Is an original 1846 log home that is nestled in a cedar forest that has a master bedroom and 3 loft rooms, 2 bathrooms and it is capable of sleeping up to 10 persons.
Each meal is prepared under the expert culinary guidance of our resident chefs. Each entrée and dessert for the evening meals is selected by the chef with the guests's input during the course of the stay. Special dietary needs can be addressed and accommodated of by our skilled staff with advance notification. Enjoy our hearty southern breakfasts, a filling lunch prepared by Chef Jennifer, and the wonderful evening dinner that is prepared by chef Dave. Meals are served at the main lodge, where the pro shop and the office are also located. Prairie Wildlife also features a separate venue called "The Pavilion on Kathy's Hill". The pavilion is where many of our guests enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres before dinner while taking in a beautiful sunset. We carry a fully-stocked bar area with house wines as well as specialty wines. Wine or liquor preferences can be communicated at booking time, and if requested beverages can be purchased locally, we will have them at the lodge at the time of arrival. After dinner, guests can sit around the fire pit on the patio and reminisce about the day's hunting. Guests at Prairie Wildlife can enjoy time with friends and family, hours spent reading a good book by the fireplace, or a relaxing few days just doing nothing.
The hunting rates include a guide, dogs, transportation to the field, an unlimited bird allowance per shooter for a full day, breakfast and lunch.
Lodging rates include a private room.
Items that are not included are referred to as "incidentals" and are normally charged at the end of your hunt and stay with us. Some incidentals may include, ammunition, gun rentals, guide gratuities, service charges (for kitchen/house staff), and pro shop purchases.
Additional services available
Hunting gear should include light chaps or briar pants, upland leather boots, coat or jacket. Wet weather usually moves through quickly, but some water proof outerwear is a good idea. Our pro shop can usually accommodate your last-minute needs or forgotten items. If it has been raining, comfortable muck-type boots are recommended for field hunting.
Bring your comfortable casual wear for use around the lodge.
Guests are only asked to bring clothes, toiletries, and personal effects. Bed linens, towels, and all food and beverages are provided.
Customers can bring their own guns or we have breech-loading shotguns available for rent. 20 ga. and 28 ga are recommended but not mandatory (we prefer no auto loading or pump guns in the field. Light to heavy footwear, light rain coat, hunting or heavy twill pants, vest (can be provided) cap, glasses, gloves if desired.
We require that hunters wear eye protection and ear protection when in the field and shooting.
We have an ample supply of shells for almost all gauge shotguns.
Guns available upon request for a rental price of $50.00 per hunting day.
Appropriate hunting attire includes boots, chaps or briar pants, rain gear, a blaze orange shooting vest and a blaze orange hat (hat provided at check-in). Side-by-side or over/under shotguns are preferred.Autos and pumps are not preferred.
Over/under shotguns are available for rent, but guests are more than welcome to bring their own. We suggest using 7.5 or 8 shot ammunition, which can be brought or purchased onsite.
Guests are welcome to bring their dogs. We know how gratifying it is to be able to hunt with your own dog. We also have a guest kennel at the lodge.
Day of Arrival: Check in Gather to shoot the Helice Field or 5-Stand between 3:00 & 3:30 pm 6:00 pm Hors d'oeuvres and cocktails 7:00 pm Dinner
Hunting Days: 8:00 am Breakfast 8:45 am Safety speech before the first hunt. Guests will be introduced to their guides and transported to the fields for their morning hunt. 12:00 pm Lunch Free time to relax, nap 2:15 pm Afternoon hunt. 6:00 pm Hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. Relax on the covered porches. 7:00 pm Dinner After dinner, play a game of cards, watch TV, or socialize while enjoying cocktails and cigars around our outdoor fire pit. Hear the stories from those who had the best shot of the day.
Day of Departure: 8:00 am Breakfast Check out
Migratory Dove Hunting September–October
Upland Bird Hunting (quail, pheasant, chukar) October–March
Wild Quail Hunts November–February
Simulated European Driven Pheasant Shoot October–March
Fishing for Bluegill and Bass Year-round
We are located in the Black Prairie region of north central Mississippi. The area boasts native warm-season grass fields with limestone cedar outcroppings, along with oak hedgerows and creek bottoms along our agriculture fields. Our hunting land is fairly flat with some rolling terrain but easy to maneuver and hunt.
Month: High / Low(°F) - Average Rain January: 54° / 36° - 7 days February: 59° / 39° - 6 days March: 68° / 47° - 7 days April: 75° / 54° - 6 days May: 82° / 62° - 6 days June: 89° / 69° - 6 days July: 91° / 72° - 6 days August: 91° / 71° - 5 days September: 86° / 65° - 5 days October: 76° / 54° - 4 days November: 66° / 45° - 6 days December: 57° / 39° - 6 days Our guests can typically expect to encounter average temperatures between 30-60 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the months of October–March. Be advised that early season and late season hunts may experience temperatures warmer than the above stated averages.
Split Day Hunt with Lodging and Meals
Full Day Hunt with Lodging and Meals
For all other options, please call for details.
Deposits A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to confirm reservation. The remainder of the balance is due 30 days prior to arrival. Incidental charges are payable at the time of departure. Guests will be charged in full for the number of guests and the number of days booked.
The nearest commercial airport is GTR Columbus, MS (30-minute drive). The nearest private airport is West Point, MS (15-minute drive). Airport transportation is available.
For upland bird hunting, four maximum (per guide) including any observers. The Tower shooting requires 10 guns and can accommodate up to 20 shooters, because they are rotating through ten different double-positions as the shoot progresses.
Minimum age requirement for hunters is 10 years old, we prefer a hunter safety course be taken by the hunter
Yes, we do offer shotgun shooting instruction. Our Orvis-certified professional shooting instructor is available for beginning and novice shooters, as well as more advanced shooters who want to polish their skills. All shooting instruction requires an appointment.
Cancellation within 60 days of the hunt deposit is non-refundable. If the balance is paid, the balance will be applied to a future hunt at a later date. Cancellation within 30 days is non-refundable.
Your booking is very important to us, and we put a lot of time and effort into being prepared for your visit. Cancellations and no-shows result in over-staffing and unnecessary expenses, which we would rather not pass on to our guests through higher prices. Please remember that this is a seasonal business with limited days (and particularly weekends) to schedule hunts. We will not over-book, so it is very difficult to fill the slot reserved for you with another guest's activities. It is an opportunity lost to us and to other guests.
Yes, we encourage our guests to bring their dogs to Prairie Wildlife. We want to make certain you enjoy your hunt, and a big part of that is dog performance. You will have an abundance of opportunity to get your dog into a lot of birds. This may lead to sensory overload and a lot excitement for your dog. If they are lacking response to basic commands, or flushing birds out-of-range, we want you then to have the opportunity to continue the remainder of your hunt behind your guide's well-trained and experienced bird dogs. When staying overnight on-site kennels are available to shelter your dog at the lodge. Under no circumstances are dogs permitted inside the lodge. When not on a guided hunt, your dog must be in a kennel or on a leash and in your control at all times. Hunting dogs are not permitted to wander the property area because we have traps and snares set for predator control and do not want to risk injury to any dogs.
Yes, we cater to our hunter’s physical abilities and level of difficulty they wish to experience. Guests will find our hunting grounds are relatively flat and easy walking, but at times can become muddy.
Yes. If you would like meals to accompany your visit, we need to know in advance. We do not have a restaurant on the premises. Reservations are required for any of the three delicious meals we serve. We have an excellent chef and an experienced kitchen staff. Special dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notification.