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Abaco Beach Resort

www.abacobeachresort.com

Abaco Beach Resort is more than just a sport-fishing paradise, it's the total package for anyone looking to have the time of their life. Abaco is known for their fighting bonefish, their deep sea fishing, and their friendly locals that make you feel right at home. The Resort features a beautiful sandy beach, first class food, stunning accommodations, two swimming pools, and a large and very impressive marina. For your next fishing trip, or just a vacation for the entire family, Abaco Beach Resort is only a short flight from the United States.

Smoking Gun Plantation

www.smokinggunplantation.com

The Smoking Gun Plantation not only offers the best quail hunting in Georgia, but also a home away from home for anybody who loves the outdoors. If you step off of the back deck of this privately owned property, you'll find a lake to fish and a trap shooting range, all within a few steps of the lodge. If the beautiful lodge doesn't make you want to move in, then the home cooked meals will. For an exceptional quail hunting experience contact the Smoking Gun Plantation.

Twin Chimney Outfitters

www.twinchimneysoutfitters.com

Twin Chimney Outfitters is situated across the state line for Kansas and Missouri. On the Kansas side the property is in Johnson, Miami, & Linn Counties, and in Cass County on the Missouri side. Their 14,000 acres hold trophy whitetails and huge toms, and this fully guided hunt is sure to be a trip of a lifetime for any hunter.

Safari Nordik

www.safarinordik.com

With more than 32 camp sites available to use, and the best guarantee for success in the industry, Safari Nordik is the ultimate outfitter to put you on a trophy caribou. Kuujjuaq is known for caribou, incredible scenery, and offering hunters an experience they'll never forget. With Safari Nordik you know you're putting your hunt of a lifetime in the right hands.

Wildcat Creek Resort

www.wcrquailhunting.com

Wildcat Creek Resort lies in the gateway to Texas, Red River County. They specialize in wing shooting experiences, but during your stay at WCR you have the option to hunt hogs, fly fish, practice on the 3D archery range, shoot clays, or just sit back and relax. The lodge is one of the most beautiful on our list, and the food is better than most 5 star restaurants. The family owned and operated outfitting service is known for their southern hospitality, and we believe that you'll find everything you need right here at this first class outfit.

Hawks Cay

www.hawkscay.com

Hawks Cay offers all of the first class amenities that you would expect from a luxury resort in the Florida Keys. Everything is at your fingertips when you stay here, including fishing, water sports, fine dining, sandy beaches, beautiful swimming pools, a spa retreat, and the feel of being at home away from home. We like to rough it sometimes when we're in the mood to catch fish, but there really is something nice about ending a long day with a cold drink, a big clean room, and friendly faces everywhere you turn. If you're looking for the most beautiful, and most exciting, getaway visit Hawks Cay.

Red Stag / Kaweka Ranch

www.kawekahunting.com

Hunting Red Stag is a dream for many people, and we recommend Kaweka Ranch if this is a dream of yours. Not only will you experience friendly guide service, great food, and cozy accommodations, but you're likely to leave with your Stag because they put a lot of effort into your success. This is an unforgettable trip for anybody looking for adventure, great memories, and a beautiful trophy for their wall.

Canadian Guide Outfitters

www.canadianguideoutfitters.com

Canadian Guide Outfitters Ltd. owns exclusive non-resident guiding rights in an area of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada that is well known for its huge Island black bears, stag-like trophy Roosevelt elk, plentiful black-tailed deer and a density of mountain lions (Cougar) like nowhere else in the world. If any of these animals are what you're looking for then we know that you'll be pleased with Canadian Guide Outfitters.

Tranquility Bay Resort

www.tranquilitybayresort.com

Tranquility Bay Resort is located on a beautiful, palm-fringed, white sandy beach approximately 12 miles north of San Pedro. This resort is private, comfortable, and has many amenities that will turn your stay into more than just a fishing trip. We enjoyed fly fishing for bonefish in particular, however, they have something for everyone at this little piece of paradise.

Blue Bank Resort

www.bluebankresort.com

The earthquakes of 1811 - 1812 created Reelfoot Lake in northwest Tennessee. The underwater structure is ideal for crappie, bass, and bluegill. Simply put, the food is great, the accommodations are affordable and comfortable, and the fishing is worth the trip.

Wild Africa Safaris

www.wildafricasafaris.net

Wild Africa Safaris is the ultimate destination for anybody who has a dream of hunting South Africa. With two exclusive hunting locations in Botswana and Limpopo, you're sure to find what you're looking for when you hunt with the professional hunters at Wild Africa Safaris. Whether you like comfortable accommodations or a rough tent camp, South Africa Safaris has what you're looking for!

J&J River Guides

www.michiganriverraiders.com

If you're looking to forget the stresses of life, then fishing the Pere Marquette should be on your list of things to do. J&J River Guides can get you close to salmon, steelhead, and trout for a fishing trip you'll never forget.

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