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High
volume Dove shooting
San Cirilo Lodge, Black River
Outfitters
Paysandu / URUGUAY |
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Rate:
U$S
1380.-
Package
/ Per person
7
hunts / 4 nights
Minimum
4 hunters
Terms
& Conditions
> Season:
October / April
Best time of the year:
March - April (crop and sunflower harvest)
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Included:
7 hunts, Hunting license,
4 days gun use: Stoegers 12 gauge, Transportation IN-OUT
from Montevideo to the lodge (3.5 hour drive), All meals
and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), Open bar
24hs, Accommodation in double occupancy room w/private
bath, Internet access.
> Not included:
phone calls, laundry service, tips for guide and staff,
personal insurance
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Extras:
U$D
14.- Shells per box of 25 12 gauge
U$D12,5.- Shells per box of 25 20 gauge
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GENERAL
INFORMATION:
Western Uruguay’s greatest secret!
Simply the most undiscovered wing-shooting opportunity
in South America, the dove hunting in the western
provinces of Uruguay offers the same popular high-volume
dove hunts that made Argentina famous all those years
ago. Just to the east of Cordoba, Argentina, and
split by the Uruguay River, lie the wing-shooting provinces
of western Uruguay. More specifically, the regions of
Paysandú and Rio Negro are home to many of the countries
largest dove roosts.
The terrain across Uruguay not only supports the enormous
dove population, but also offers beautiful shooting
opportunities in its endless rolling hills, blooming
agriculture fields, and countless tributaries. For centuries,
the doves in Uruguay have shown natural tendencies to
roost near the Uruguay River system as it provides a
reliable water source for the local populations. As
the largest producers of sunflower, wheat, corn, and
grapes, it is easy to see why Uruguay is swarming with
doves.
Aside from the number of birds in the region, the fact
that they fly constantly throughout the day is a dove
hunters dream. Much of Uruguay’s appeal comes from shooting
doves over different terrain, in different situations,
and in new locations. The doves will fly continuously
from sun up to sun down, so it is easy to relax , pick
your shots, and enjoy the day. In Uruguay, the choice
is yours, spend the morning hidden amongst acres of
sunflowers, soybeans, or sorghum as the doves swarm
the fields, or situate near one of the hundreds of small
tributaries off of the Uruguay River as flock after
flock bombard these popular water holes, or even spend
the evening on the roosts edge and shoot to your hearts
desire as millions of doves return to roost before sunset.
The species that provides this opportunity in Uruguay
is the Eared Dove, which are almost identical to the
U.S. morning dove. The species breeds nearly year round,
and they roost together by the millions in Eucalyptus
stands throughout the popular provinces. The overwhelming
populations create a nuisance for the farmers and their
crops, and they truly enjoy and appreciate the hunter’s
attempt at controlling their growth.
The bird populations in South America remain one of
the great wonders of the world for sportsmen and women
who have experienced it. Uruguay truly is the new frontier
for high-volume wing-shooting, and any of our roosts
will amaze even the most well traveled shooters.
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DOVW
SHOOTING PROGRAM:
In
San Cirilo Lodge hunting starts early in the morning.
Breakfast is served at 06.00 consisting of coffee, toasts,
jams, bacon and eggs, etc. Dove shooting goes on until
11.00, when you go back to the ranch to have lunch:
a starter, a main course and dessert, served with wine,
beer, fizzy drinks or mineral water.
Then, you can rest or even take a nap up to 2 o'clock
when you go back to the fields to keep on shooting for
doves until evening. Before dinner you may try a wide
variety of cheese, ham, olives and drinks; dinner consists
of three courses (starter, a main course and dessert).
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Refurbished
for the 2009 season, and located in the delta of the
Rio Negro, this architectural masterpiece is situated
atop 100,000 thousands acres of wing-shooting paradise,
and offers luxury accommodations that are never far
from our shooting sportsmen. These luxury accommodations
are complemented by the peaceful flow of the nearby
Rio Negro, the picturesque view of endless rolling
plains, and the company of one of the largest pigeon
roosts in western Uruguay —right in our own back yard!!
While relaxing on the lower veranda, guests will enjoy
a warm fire, an array of table fare, fine wine, and
an open bar, all while watching flight after flight
of pigeons return to our back yard for the evening roost.
San Cirilo lodge can acommodate 12 guests in 4 bedrooms
with private bathrooms (King Size beds) + 2 bedrooms
with 1 bathroom (King Size beds)
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HOW
TO GET THERE
San Cirilo Lodge
is located 3.5-hour drive from Montevideo, Uruguay capital
city. Once you arrive at Montevideo airport a member of
the staff will be waiting to drive you to the lodge. Private
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Dove shooting Equipment:
The following comprehensive list should be used
as a guide when preparing for your dove hunting trip
to San Cirilo Lodge. Most of the items are not necessary
but may make your stay more enjoyable. Keep in mind
that the temperature will vary not only between the
seasons, but also between morning, afternoon and evening
hours. Depending on the time of year it can be 40 degrees
(F) and windy in the morning and in the high 70s with
calm winds by the afternoon.
> Recoil reduction equipment: Shoulder pads, Kevlar
lined vests, etc.
> Lockable travel gun case: Stainless steel or heavy
duty fiberglass
> Oil, choke tubes, tools and accessories. We will
supply cleaning rods & patches.
> Modified chokes, improved cylinders (or improved-modified).
> Dark-colored or camouflage hunting clothes and
hats.
> Gun cleaning equipment.
> Upland hunting boots (comfortable sneakers may
substitute): Waterproof recommended, Both wool and cotton
socks, Please note that there are no cacti or thorns
on our property!
> Hearing protection.
> Clothing for layering: sweaters, long sleeve cotton
shirts, polar fleece zip-up tops Lightweight thermal
underwear recommended from 1 July through 30 September.
> Comfortable clothes for relaxing in the lodge Jeans,
sneakers, t-shirts, caps, etc.
> Side-carry shooting pouch or shell vest.
> Leather shooting gloves are strongly recommended
to avoid blisters.
> Lightweight rain suit and waterproof hat.
> Shooting glasses, sunglasses, sunscreen and lip
balm.
> Toiletries Stomach/diarrhea medication.
> Painkillers/headache medicine
> First aid cream Bandages
> Vitamins and prescription medications
> Toothbrush, deodorant, shampoo, soap
> Alarm clock Camera and accessories
Electricity runs on 220 volts in Uruguay (like the electricity
in Europe) and we have electricity converters for 110
volt appliances from the US like: laptop computers,
digital cameras, Palm devices, electric razors, etc.
Please note that the hotels in Buenos Aires or Montevideo
and the airports do not have these converters available.
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Fly Fishing tackle, for those who like fishing from
January till April:
Rods: Two, if possible. 9ft, 5 and 7weight. 3-or
4- piece, if possible.
Reels: A reel with a good drag system, holding
at least 80 yards of 20-pound test backing.
Lines: WF floating line and a sinking tip line.
Leaders: for 5- to 7-foot floating lines with
strong butts to turn big flies, 16-pound test tippets
with 20 cm of 20-pound test steel wire.
Fies: Sizes 2/0 and 3/0, Deceiver patterns.Colors:
black, black and red or black and yellow, chartreuse,
white and yellow and white and olive have proved good
options.
Accesories: tweezers, hook sharpener, nippers,
boga grip, etc.
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