| In my opinion, there's nothing more fun than South Dakota pheasant hunting, especially chasing wild ringnecks in December. There's just something about seeing 300 to 500 birds in the air at once (I've seen more) that drops your jaw. Thanks to the outstanding pheasant hunting operations in the state, SD pheasant hunting is world class. I highly, highly recommend hunting roosters with one of the listed guides below. |

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| The Chinese ring-necked pheasant is the premier upland bird to hunt in South Dakota. The state is home to hundreds of guide services offering pheasant hunts and many small town economies are reliant upon pheasant hunters flocking to SD in the Fall. The best places to hunt wild birds is along the "pheasant belt" which extends from the Gregory and Winner areas up to the Aberdeen area. Thanks to farmers and ranchers who realize the benefits of a healthy pheasant population, many other areas of the state are building up their ringneck flocks, as well. Good pheasant hunting guides combine crops and cover to help maintain their numbers, and hunting pheasant in SD is quickly returning to the "good old days." Back in the 1940's, the limits got up to 10 roosters and 4 hens per day. A very adaptable bird, hens can hatch up to 10-12 chicks per breeding season. With good cover, food, and predator control, just about any area of the state can sustain a healthy population of wild pheasants. The main draw for many hunters coming to hunt pheasant in South Dakota is the social aspects of the hunt. Few other trips combine exciting action, small town hospitality, and time to unwind as a SD pheasant hunt. I highly recommend getting in on this trip at least once in your life. Many groups come to try it for one year, only to return year after year. |