We have had a couple fantastic years of hunting.  Unfortunately, with a career change on my end, I am no longer able to take reservation from new clients.  I'll leave the site up so people can view pictures and enjoy.  I probably won't be updating it as much as my hunting time is decreasing.

My Specialty

If I were to have a specialty it would probably be hunting Mearns quail.  I have invested a significant amount of time over the last 10 years hunting Mearns.  I know their habits, habitat and many locations to find them.  If one part of the state has a low population there is a good chance I know where some are.  On the other hand, the other quail species are typically more abundant so I can provide a great quality hunt on them also.

Arizona Slam

I can provide an excellent opportunity for the Arizona Slam of Gambles, Scaled and Mearns quail.  This type of hunt will likely not be as relaxing and enjoyable.  Some travel from place to place will be required to find all three species.

Hunting Areas

Each species can be found in different areas of the state and different habitat types.  There is some overlap between species but not a significant amount.  Gambles are found throughout the state in a variety of habitat from juniper to cholla patches.  Gambles like medium to heavy cover and are often found near creek beds or mesquite washes.  Scaled quail are found in the high desert areas that are fairly open and grassy.  The walking is typically a little easier but sometime you have to do a lot of it.  Mears are found in the Oak grasslands of southern Arizona.  They have a very specific habitat type and their populations fluctuate greatly from year to year.

Guns and Chokes

No need to get in the timeless gun debate.  For the most part you can shoot any gauge you want.  If you are proficient with it, it will do the job.  I love to hunt Mearns with a 28 ga. and skeet tube, gambles or scalies I typically use my 12 ga.

Here is list of recommendations to guide you:

    Mearns - lots of close quick shooting, open chokes, light guns and 8 shot are best.  Cylinder and Skeet are probably best.

    Scalies - can be medium to long range in fairly open cover, Skeet, IC and M are the best choices.  7 1/2 or 8 shot.

    Gambles - can be medium to long range and medium to open cover, Skeet, IC and maybe M can be used.  7 1/2 or 8 shot.

Bonus Birds

As an added bonus you may enjoy shooting some doves or ducks while on a quail hunt.  Both Dove and Duck seasons are open during a good portion of the regular quail season.  Doves are fairly plentiful and occasionally you see swarms.  Ducks are limited to jump shooting on desert ponds.  Don't forget about additional stamps required for dove and duck hunting.