Sandhill Crane Hunts.
"Ribeye of the sky." Full-body decoy spreads, tight finishes, no pass shooting. Available at no extra charge with any waterfowl hunt when cranes are in.
Sandhill Crane at the edge of the prairie.
Sandhill cranes are species-specific hunts — when we hunt cranes, it's a crane hunt, not a mixed bag. We run full-body decoy spreads and hunt well-scouted fields to bring cranes within a few feet of the blind.
This hunt is available at no extra charge on any waterfowl package — but it's a limited opportunity hunt and depends on crane numbers in the area. Let us know ahead of time if you're interested so we can scout for cranes specifically.
Typically morning hunts produce better than afternoon. So if you choose to hunt cranes, we'll hunt sandhills in the morning and shift to ducks or snow geese in the afternoon.
Sandhill cranes are warm-weather birds — they leave at the first signs of winter — which is why September is the best time to hunt them in Saskatchewan.
Best in September · Daily bag: 5 cranes/hunter · Specifically scouted, full-body decoy hunts only — no pass shooting.
Sandhill Crane package options.
| Feature | Basic Hunt $2,800 per hunter 3 Days / 5 Hunts | All-Inclusive Hunt $3,800 per hunter 3 Days / 3 Nights / 5 Hunts Most Popular | VIP Hunt $35,000 flat rate · up to 8 hunters 3 Days / 5 Hunts · Private group |
|---|---|---|---|
| Well-scouted hunting locations | Included | Included | Included |
| Experienced, professional waterfowl guides | Included | Included | Included |
| Bird cleaning service | Included | Included | Included |
| Standard hotel-style lodging | Included | Included | N/A |
| Professionally prepared meals | Not included | Included | Included |
| Snacks and soft drinks | Not included | Included | Included |
| Hunting license provided | Not included | Included | Included |
| Unlimited ammunition | Not included | Included | Included |
| Shotguns provided | Not included | Included | Included |
| Premium upgraded private lodging | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Decoy and blind setup / tear down | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Transportation to and from the field | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Airport pickup | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Exclusive private group | Not included | Not included | Included |
| No checkout time / stay an extra night | Not included | Not included | Included |
- Well-scouted hunting locations
- Experienced, professional waterfowl guides
- Bird cleaning service
- Standard hotel-style lodging
- Professionally prepared meals
- Snacks and soft drinks
- Hunting license provided
- Unlimited ammunition
- Shotguns provided
- Premium upgraded private lodging
- Decoy and blind setup / tear down
- Transportation to and from the field
- Airport pickup
- Exclusive private group
- No checkout time / stay an extra night
- Well-scouted hunting locations
- Experienced, professional waterfowl guides
- Bird cleaning service
- Standard hotel-style lodging
- Professionally prepared meals
- Snacks and soft drinks
- Hunting license provided
- Unlimited ammunition
- Shotguns provided
- Premium upgraded private lodging
- Decoy and blind setup / tear down
- Transportation to and from the field
- Airport pickup
- Exclusive private group
- No checkout time / stay an extra night
- Well-scouted hunting locations
- Experienced, professional waterfowl guides
- Bird cleaning service
- N/AStandard hotel-style lodging
- Professionally prepared meals
- Snacks and soft drinks
- Hunting license provided
- Unlimited ammunition
- Shotguns provided
- Premium upgraded private lodging
- Decoy and blind setup / tear down
- Transportation to and from the field
- Airport pickup
- Exclusive private group
- No checkout time / stay an extra night
All three fall waterfowl packages apply to sandhill crane hunts. Sandhill crane is included free with any fall waterfowl package when cranes are in the area. Basic and All-Inclusive rates are per hunter. The VIP rate is a flat per-group price for a fully private 3-day / 5-hunt experience with up to 8 shooters — the price stays the same whether you bring 4 or 8. Shotgun rental (Franchi semi-auto 12 ga): $55/day. Not included: airfare, rental vehicle, alcohol, government tax (11%), gratuities. 50% non-refundable deposit reserves dates; balance due August 1.
Everything but the birds.
Full-Body Decoys
Ultra-realistic crane decoys — no pass shooting.
Specifically Scouted Fields
We scout cranes the day before — you hunt the X.
Morning Hunts
Sandhills decoy best in the morning.
Afternoon Pivot
Shift to ducks or snow geese after the crane hunt.
All-Inclusive Add-On
Folded into any 3-day waterfowl package.
Crane Cooking Tips
Ribeye of the sky — we'll send you home with recipes.
Recent sandhill crane hunts.
Sandhill Crane Hunts FAQ.
Is the crane hunt always available?
No. It's a limited opportunity hunt and depends entirely on whether good numbers of cranes are in the area when you arrive. Let us know in advance you're interested in cranes so we can be prepared.
Do you guide crane hunts separately or as part of a waterfowl hunt?
Crane hunts are included as part of the waterfowl package — when cranes are present. Guides decoy cranes in the morning, then shift to duck or goose patterns in the afternoon.
Is sandhill crane meat actually that good?
Yes — they're called "ribeye of the sky" for a reason. Skin the bird, cut breast and wing meat from the bone, season, sear in butter, and finish to 135°F. We'll send you home with the full recipe.
What's the daily bag limit on sandhill cranes?
5 birds per hunter per day.