Kansas Waterfowl Hunts
Kansas Waterfowl Hunts at 10 Gauge Outfitters
Join 10 Gauge Outfitters for an outstanding Kansas waterfowl hunting trip! 10 Gauge provides top-rated guided duck and goose hunting on exclusive waterfowl hunting properties. We have access to premier waterfowl hunting land that is located right on the major Central Flyway waterfowl migration routes. Our professional waterfowl hunting guides work hard to provide you with an fun and productive Kansas waterfowl hunting experience. Whether you are new to waterfowl hunting or have many years of experience we have the guides and properties to give you a first-rate waterfowl hunting trip.
Regardless of our duck and goose hunting takes place on rivers, ponds, lakes and other waterways of Kansas, as well as man-made habitats such as wetland areas and even some of our many large reservoirs. Many of Kansas’ crop fields also serve as feeding grounds for large numbers of waterfowl, and the 10 Gauge staff has scouted out the best areas for you to hunt. Whether you’re hunting ducks or geese, Kansas is a bird hunter’s paradise. Canada geese, snow geese, specklebelly geese, as well as mallards, pintails, teal, gadwall, wigeon, shovelers and more than 30 other species of ducks pass through the state during waterfowl season. With constantly changing weather and bird migration patterns, each hunting trip will be different from the last.
Our Waterfowl Hunts
Our Waterfowl hunts are designed for the hunter looking for the best opportunity to harvest birds in a safe and enjoyable environment. We have a variety of locations that our birds frequent including agricultural fields, small ponds, marshes and more. Our guides scout daily to put you on the best location for the current time of year. We have experienced guides, large spreads of high quality decoys, calling and in many cases dogs and a retrievers to complete your package.
Many of our guests spend the morning waterfowl hunting, and spend the afternoon upland bird hunting for pheasants. This is one of the premier combinations of bird hunting found in the Midwest, great waterfowl hunting paired with Midwest style upland bird hunting, where few things are better than calling in a large group of ducks in the morning and then walking behind 2 hard hunting pointing dogs all afternoon as they work a field from one end to the other.
Come experience the reason 10 Gauge Outfitters is one of the top Midwestern bird hunting destinations for waterfowl and upland birds, and book your Kansas duck hunting trip or pheasant hunt today!
Book Your Kansas Waterfowl Hunt Today!
All are Welcome at 10 Gauge
Experience the true Kansas pheasant hunt with 10 Gauge Outfitters. We offer more than just a hunt, the entire experience extends beyond the day of hunting. Sharing stories of past days at dinner, relaxing back at the lodge after a long day of waterfowl hunting, and making new friends that come back year after year to relive past adventures are just a few examples of what we can offer at 10 Gauge Outfitters. We can accommodate any size group and offer the most personal service in the industry. Take a look at our waterfowl hunts or give us a call to set up a custom hunt that will create an experience that will be remembered for years to come.
“My group recently visited this place for three days and if you are looking for a place to go on a guided upland quail or pheasant hunt, this place is for you. From the lodge to the guides, everything was top notch. The food was outstanding thanks to their amazing cook. The best part of all was watching the dogs work their skills in the field to help us get our limit of birds on every hunt. Big thanks to Tim and the staff. Great job guys looking forward to next season.” – Josh Drake
Waterfowl Hunts
ADD-ON
to a pheasant hunt
- Price is per hunter – per day
- Hunters arrive after 3:00pm day before hunt
- Departure after the hunt on last day unless arranged
*If clients wish to have dinner upon arrival – Dinner is served at 7:00 pm. Communicate with our staff on your arrival to ensure you have a warm meal waiting for you if you wish.
Seasons:
High Plains Unit
October 10, 2026 – January 3, 2027
January 22 – January 31, 2027
Low Plains Unit
Early Zone: October 10 – December 6, 2026, and December 19, 2026 – January 3, 2027
Late Zone: October 31, 2026 – January 3, 2027, and January 23 – January 31, 2027
Southeast Zone: November 7, 2026 – January 3, 2027, and January 16 – January 31, 2027
Seasons:
Canada Geese & Cackling Geese
October 31 – November 1, 2026
November 4, 2026 – February 14, 2027
Early Teal Season
High Plains Unit: September 19 – 27, 2026
Low Plains Unit: September 12 – 20, 2026
Light Geese (Snow & Ross’s)
October 31 – November 1, 2026
November 4, 2026 – February 14, 2027
Conservation Order: February 15 – April 30, 2027 (special regulations and unlimited daily bag)
Included:
- Guides & Dogs
- Field Transportation
- Waterfowl Hunt
Not Included:
- License
- Shotgun Shells
- Cleaning and Packaging Birds (additional cost)
- Kansas State Sales Tax
- Staff Gratuities
*Non-shooting guest rate $350/per night
*To secure your hunt dates 10 Gauge requires a 50% deposit. Deposits are non-refundable and 10 Gauge requires that 90 days prior to arrival your balance is paid in full for the hunt. Prior to 90 day arrival window, hunt dates are eligible to be rescheduled in the current season – within the 90 day arrival period no rescheduling of hunt dates is allowed.
**When traveling to 10 Gauge – Google may try to have you go down I Road. This is a minimum maintenance road and you will get stuck. Please arrive to Kinsley and head North on 90th Ave. to the lodge.
Our Lodging and Accommodations
The 10 Gauge hunting lodge, located just north of Kinsley, Kansas, was originally built in an early 1900’s. Our updated lodge boasts a large 6-bedroom, 2 lofts, 6-bath lodge that can comfortably sleep up to 26 hunters and or guests. If that is not enough room for your group of pheasant hunters, we also have a 2 bed bunkhouse that allows for more guests.
Accommodations are clean, comfortable with that feeling of home. Lodging can be limited within our Kansas pheasant hunts, please book early on to guarantee yourself a memorable experience.
A Typical Waterfowl Hunt
We depart the lodge around 5:30 in the morning for a typical day of waterfowl hunting. Our crew of experienced guides travel to the area they choose to hunt, which can include flooded wetlands, a small pond, or an agricultural field. After arriving at our chosen location, the guides set up a spread of waterfowl decoys in the area that they feel will be best for the time of year, and will hold ducks and geese. The guides will also set up a blind, camouflaging it with natural material such as grass, leaves, and sticks to blend in with the surroundings. As the shooting light of morning begins to hit the horizon, the guides finish up the final details of setting up the spread. At this point, the hunters settle in for the morning, calling at various times to see if any waterfowl are in the surrounding area. The birds are naturally attracted to the spread of decoys and the calls of the hunters, and will fly down to check out the area. This can result in some exciting shooting, as the ducks and geese fly down from overhead to investigate the spread.
As the light reaches shooting time we can hear the calls of waterfowl coming from the distance. The guide calls as well as uses decoys in a realistic spread to draw ducks and geese in to shoot. As the first birds of the morning come into the spread what a thrill it is to shoot at them as they descend through the air in a mad flight of wings and feathers. We move from time to time to different locations on the property in search of more waterfowl. Every hunt is different depending on the migration as well as the weather from the past few days.
In the field our dogs work hard to return downed birds to your side allowing you to shoot all day and not be worried about losing a bird. The excitement of a fast moving mallard, the challenge of a wary Canada goose, or the skill required to shoot a mixed bag of migrating waterfowl, makes for an excellent hunt. Kansas is known world wide as one of the best places to hunt waterfowl in the Central Flyway.
After an early morning of waterfowl hunting we will make our way back to the lodge for lunch. After a great home cooked meal we will sit around the dinner table and review the mornings hunt. Often after lunch we can get out for a pheasant or quail hunt finishing off the day with some great Kansas waterfowl hunting.
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The essentials for our Kansas quail hunts include:
- Shotgun – 12 or 20ga. semi auto (12ga. preferred)
- Ammo
- Hunting pants, field boots, cap & vest
- Cooler for your birds to transport home
- House shoes – slippers. No boots or shoes in the lodge, mudroom only.
What to Wear
When going on a Kansas waterfowl hunt, pack clothing for possible weather and bring extra in case it changes. This can include items such as waterproof insulated boots or chest waders, camouflage outer clothing, insulating layers, gloves, hat, etc. You will need your shotgun, non-toxic shot, and other required items such as your valid Kansas hunting license, HIP certification, and Federal Duck Stamp (when required) to take your bird of choice back to the blind.
Our Dogs & Your Dogs
Our dogs are professionally trained and handled. While we would love to see your dog in action, with the dogs we have in the field and around the lodge we respectfully ask clients to leave them at home. We want everyone to have an enjoyable time in the field, there will be plenty of shooting and our dogs are used to this atmosphere daily.
Kansas Quail Hunting FAQs
Can I book a quail hunt separately from a pheasant hunt?
No, quail hunts are only available as an add-on to our pheasant hunts. This helps us manage the land and ensure a quality hunting experience.
What is included in the quail hunt package?
The package includes guides and dogs, field transportation, and up to 8 quail per hunter. Additional costs include shotgun shells, bird cleaning, and gratuities.
What equipment should I bring for quail hunting?
Bring a 12 or 20 gauge semi-auto shotgun, high brass #8 ammo, hunting pants, durable boots, a blaze orange hat, and a cooler for transporting birds.
What are the hunting seasons for quail?
The wild quail hunting season runs from November through January. Each hunter is limited to 8 birds per day.
What are the accommodations at your lodge?
Yes, our lodge provides comfortable accommodations, including meals, satellite TV, and wireless internet. The lodge can accommodate up to 26 guests, with additional bunkhouse space if needed.
