Waterfowl
Spanning 15,000 acres of exclusive private ground, Carr’s West offers premier waterfowl hunting across diverse habitats, including dry fields, private ponds, and the iconic Arkansas River. Our lodge in Stafford, Kansas, is perfectly positioned just 15 minutes south of the Quivira National Wildlife Refuge and 30 minutes south of the Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area—two legendary flyways known for wintering tens of thousands of ducks and geese. In addition to world-class waterfowl, we specialize in sandhill crane action and mixed pheasant combo hunts. While we offer a secluded hunting experience, the city of Hutchinson ("Hutch") is just 45 minutes east, providing easy access to gear, supplies, and hunting licenses.
What We Offer
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Kansas truly has it all for waterfowl hunting. Our diverse populations includes an impressive lineup of puddle ducks, including Mallards, Pintails, Wigeon, Gadwalls, and Teal. We also host an incredible variety of geese—including Cacklers, Lessers, Ross's, Blues, Greaters, Snows, and Specks. This region of Kansas offers an outstanding population of Sandhill Cranes, making it a premier destination for any waterfowler looking to check multiple species off their bucket list.
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Central Kansas features a remarkably diverse landscape. Expansive crop fields provide incredible feeding grounds that are truly a sight to behold, while local ponds and cattle tanks offer premier loafing spots for waterfowl. At the heart of the region is the Arkansas River, an iconic travel corridor for migrating fowl. River hunting in the Midwest is an unforgettable adventure that every hunter should experience. All of these offerings are fueled by the legendary Quivira National Wildlife Refuge and Cheyenne Bottoms.
Our Gear
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Our Gear
We utilize UTVs to access our hunting areas, eliminating long walks and saving your energy for the field. Most of our hunts are conducted from comfortable Tanglefree Panel Blinds, though we occasionally transition to layout blinds when conditions demand it. We know that staying comfortable is key to an enjoyable and successful hunt. Decoy spreads range from a half-dozen to a thousand, depending on the type of hunt. We also bring a dog to make the experience even more enjoyable.