I am looking to take my Dad on a Merriams hunt in Nebraska or South Dakota. Does anybody have any good outfitters or info about hunting the Indian reservations? Thanks

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Posted by oldskule

Down South

Member since Mar 2016

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Posted on 4/23/23 at 7:30 pm to Rebel12

Get a good report before you go....turkeys are in decline in numbers across the country.
I have hunted the Black Hills in SD for years, tough hunting now....

Indian reservatiuon is your best bet, but make sure you ask them about the popultaion.

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Posted by MAEFIELD

Member since Jan 2018

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Posted on 4/23/23 at 7:49 pm to Rebel12

Though a bit expensive, but worth it, explore The Lodge at Chama in northern NM. It’s a four day trip in a stellar lodge with world class vistas. Parlay it with rainbow trout fishing and it is a dream Merriam hunt by all standards.

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Posted by Rebel12

Member since Oct 2018

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Posted on 4/23/23 at 7:50 pm to oldskule

Thank you Oldskule. Do you have to hire an Indian guide on the reservation hunts? I have heard the numbers are down up there. Hopefully we can find an honest outfitter with good numbers. Thanks again for any tips for hunting the reservation

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Posted by Ron Cheramie

The Cajun Hedgehog

Member since Aug 2016

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Posted on 4/23/23 at 7:53 pm to Rebel12

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Do you have to hire an Indian guide on the reservation hunts?

From what I understand it’s more like you give them your $ and some booze and they show you where the turkeys are. You shoot your limit and can pay more to shoot more. They don’t care

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Posted by i10Duck

mobile

Member since Nov 2008

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Posted on 4/24/23 at 9:29 am to oldskule

Headin up May 16-21. getting excited, glad i’m not there now with lows in the 20’s.

We’re currently doing just public based out of Nemo.

Any hints tips or tricks appreciated and/ or Further info on the Indian stuff.

This post was edited on 4/24/23 at 9:43 am

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