Heartland’s Sporting Clay & 5-Stand Spring Event Dates– Sat/Sun- March 6th & 7th, 2027 and Sat/Sun- April 3rd & 4th, 2027. These events are open to all skill levels, from seasoned shooters to those looking for a fun weekend challenge. These events will feature a combined Five-Stand and Sporting Clays …
A New Era Begins! Heartland Lodge is excited to announce our Re-Grand Opening, marking a new chapter filled with major upgrades, expanded opportunities, and an even better outdoor and hospitality experience for all our guests. Whether you’re a return guest or first-time visitor, we’ve transformed the Heartland experience to offer …
At our Lodge, the meals are part of the experience. After a day in the field or on the trails, guests return to hearty meals that blend midwestern comfort with quality ingredients. Many of our recipes feature local dishes that have been passed down through the generations. Each dish is …
In this State-to-State pheasant hunting comparison, we take an in-depth look at the different hunting style, habitat features and pros/cons for pheasant hunting in South Dakota vs Illinois. South Dakota Pheasant Hunting South Dakota is well known for its pheasant hunting and for good reason. Thousands of acres of flat …
Prime hunt spots are filling up fast! E-mail Zach@HeartlandLodge.com or call 217-734-2526 to reserve your 2026 whitetail hunt today! We are celebrating our 31st year anniversary in 2026 and we would enjoy having you celebrate with us on a whitetail hunt of a lifetime. If you are looking for a …
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Family Reunion Destination Update- “Now is the time to plan your 2026 or 2027 family reunion at Heartland Lodge!! We offer the perfect family getaway with several activities and amenities for families of all sizes! Get those vacation days in now and book Sunday-Thursday for special lodging rates! Please give …
I was searching for private cabins with hot tubs in Illinois and Missouri to rent and realized they were harder to find than I might have thought. I searched for “romantic cabins with hot tubs” and “private romantic cabins in the woods” and the selection was very slim. I realized …
There’s something magical about bowhunting October in Pike County, Illinois. The leaves are a brilliant array of different colors, overall deer movement is generally very good, and mature buck daytime movement is increasing. At the lodge, after several months of trail camera scouting, food plot preparation, and fine tuning our …
Hunting the peak of the rut in Pike County, Illinois is at the top of most die-hard bowhunters wish-list! With a high deer density, good buck to doe ratio and sheer number of trophy whitetails throughout the region, you never know what size of buck could be following a doe! …
