Field Notes

Stories, insights, and expertise from the water, fields, forests, and beyond—where passion for the outdoors meets the business of the land.

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Hunting & Adventure

Species to Target During Texas Fall Hunting Season

December 1, 2025

Texas is one of the most species-rich hunting states in the country, offering landowners and hunters a wide range of opportunities each fall. As temperatures cool and wildlife activity increases, fall becomes the perfect season to pursue big game, upland birds, and waterfowl across the Lone Star State.

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Landowner Resources
How to generate income from land: Top Four ways

Land is more than a legacy—it’s an income-generating asset, if you know how to tap into its full potential. Whether you’re managing farmland, timberland, or recreational acreage, the right approach can turn underused ground into long-term value.

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Hunting & Adventure
Breaking Down the Different Hunting Seasons

Hunting seasons are an essential part of wildlife management, ensuring that game populations remain healthy and sustainable for future generations. By understanding the different types of hunting seasons, when they occur, and why they are critical, hunters can plan their trips effectively and responsibly. Here’s a breakdown of hunting seasons and why they matter.

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Fishing & Adventure
Mastering the Strip Set: Hooking Saltwater Game Fish

Many BirdDog clients are strong freshwater anglers looking to break into the salt—and we love helping with that leap. One of the biggest technical shifts? Mastering the strip set. It’s a critical skill for anyone targeting redfish, snook, or tarpon on our coastal trips. Here’s how to do it right.

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Fishing & Adventure
Catch and Release Fishing: Best Practices

Catch and release fishing is a popular practice among conservation-minded anglers who are committed to ensuring that fish populations remain healthy and sustainable. By releasing fish back into the water after they’ve been caught, anglers help maintain the balance of ecosystems and support the long-term viability of species. However, for catch and release fishing to be truly effective, it’s essential to handle the fish properly to ensure their survival.

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Fishing & Adventure
Top Gear for Saltwater Fly Fishing in Coastal Texas

At BirdDog, we help folks get on the water in unforgettable ways—whether that’s a coastal fly trip with a guide we know or an exclusive BirdDog property tucked near redfish-rich water. But even with the best setup, you still need the right gear to seal the deal. Here’s what we recommend for getting dialed in on the Texas coast.

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Business of the Outdoors
How to Start Making Money on Your Land

If you own land, you have a valuable asset that can generate income in ways you might not have considered. Whether you have farmland, pastureland, or woodlands, there are multiple opportunities to create sustainable revenue streams beyond traditional farming. From leasing land for grazing to selling carbon credits, here are some of the best ways to turn your property into a profitable venture.

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BirdDog Updates
Beyond Hunting: How to Put Your Land to Work 

2025 is already rolling along, and many new years resolutions have already ran into the wall of business. One resolution you may not have known to have, is to stack revenue generation and cost saving opportunities on one piece of property.

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BirdDog Updates
New Fishing Trips with BirdDog x Field & Stream

Get ready to embark on fishing adventures like never before with BirdDog and Field & Stream! We’re thrilled to introduce a series of exclusive fishing trips designed to take your passion for angling to new heights

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Business of the Outdoors
The Rise of Experience-Based Hunting

Experience-based hunting is reshaping the industry, offering hunters curated adventures and landowners new ways to maximize revenue.

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BirdDog Updates
How to Book Your First Hunt with BirdDog

Discover, customize, and book unforgettable hunting experiences with ease. BirdDog takes the hassle out of planning your next adventure.

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Hunting & Adventure
Hunting 101

A short guide to help new hunters get started with practical tips on licensing, safety, gear, and finding accessible hunting opportunities while connecting them to the land, tradition, and wildlife.

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Whether you’re a landowner looking to maximize your property’s potential or an adventurer seeking your next great memory, BirdDog is here to help you put your land—or your passion—to work. Together, we’re redefining what’s possible in the great outdoors.

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Private Property Hunting Experiences

BirdDog connects hunters with exclusive access to private properties, offering high-quality and abundant game, all-inclusive amenities, and unique outdoor adventures tailored to every skill level. Explore one-of-a-kind hunts, designed for those who seek unforgettable moments in the field.

World Class Wild Quail
5.0
Pampa, TX
$$$
Bobwhite Quail
Step back in time and experience quail hunting the way it used to be on this historic Texas ranch.
Oct - Feb
1 - 10
Rio Grande Spring Turkey
5.0
Haskell, TX
$$
Turkey
Welcome to Spring Thunder, where we offer an unforgettable turkey hunting experience across 100,000 acres of prime habitat in the Texas Rolling Plains.
 Mar - Apr
1 - 24
Stone Foundation Farm Pheasant Hunt
5.0
Charlevoix County, MI
$$
Pheasant
Get ready for an unforgettable upland hunting experience at Stone Foundation Farm, where 100 pheasants await across rolling hills, hardwoods, and fields of switchgrass, millet, and corn.
Oct - Jan
4 - 6