Well here we are… mid-November. Like many of you I have been chasing the whitetails pretty hard over the last few weeks trying to capitalize on the splendor of the rut. I have had several unbelievable days along with some extremely slow days. The one t
Hunting turkeys during the late season brings on a whole new set of challenges. Pressured birds, insects, and foliage can make hunting turkeys in the late season tough. If you can get passed the swarms of mosquitoes and buffalo gnats, hunting the end of the season does have a unique …
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 …
Take advantage of our 30th anniversary hunting promotions for 2025! Your all-inclusive hunt package includes all the meals, lodging, game cleaning and guiding. With a variety of on-site activities and short-day trips for non-hunters as well! Our hunting heritage at the lodge goes back for generations, we extend our invitation …
Need a good Father’s Day Gift idea? A gift certificate for a stay at Heartland Lodge is a perfect Father’s Day Gift! This unique gift will be one that they will never forget and will sure to be used. Give them a memory that they will always remember -and maybe you can tag along too! 🙂
As a young man who was fascinated by archery I could always find the time to shoot my bow. It did not matter the time of year or the weather outside I just loved shooting. This eventually led me to shooting competitively in the summer months as a teenag
Trail cameras are a great aid for scouting your next turkey hunt. Here’s a few ideas for fine tuning your trail camera set up for turkeys. Camera placement for turkeys should focus on a few different locations.. Strut Zones Roosting Areas Food Sources Fence Crossings & Natural Funnels Trail Camera …
Start your next family holiday tradition this season at Heartland Lodge! This year we are offering our “Family Holiday Upland/ Waterfowl Combo Hunt Package”! There’s no better way to experience a Midwestern Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year’s than at the lodge! Bring home delicious upland game and waterfowl to your …
** 2026 October opening weekend waterfowl hunt or (Duck/ Upland Combo Hunt)! Few Spots Remaining!! Call to reserve your spots today 217-734-2526 ** The anticipation of opening day of Illinois’ duck season has our guides, staff and hunters anxiously counting down the days! We have had a long-standing tradition of waterfowl …
Upland Hunting in the Mid-West and at Heartland Lodge – some questions and answers to help you in deciding when to come and hunt with us, what to bring and how to prepare for your hunt.
Here we are once again thinking about the up and coming Upland Bird
