October 18th, 2024 Goose Hunting Lodge Update- “Ready to book a once in a lifetime, all-inclusive Canadian goose hunting trip? Now is the time to reserve your guided goose hunt for the upcoming Illinois goose seasons! Pair a Canadian goose hunt with a pheasant/quail combo hunt for an action-packed day of multi-species wingshooting! For more information about our all-inclusive, guided goose hunts, please give us a call at 217-734-2526 or E-Mailtoday!”
Canada goose hunting along the Mississippi and Illinois river flyways can be some of the most exciting and action-packed goose hunting available! We offer 5-star goose hunting and outfitting opportunities along these historic migratory flyways. If the geese aren’t flying well on your hunt, then you can go straight into the upland fields and hunt pheasants and quail, at no extra charge!
Goose Hunting at the Lodge
Our goose hunts take place along the Mississippi and Illinois river bottoms. Our professional guides will transport you straight to the pit for each hunt. They will also be doing all the calling and even fix you a hot breakfast right in the blind!
Late December through January we tend to have a variety of geese in the region including specklebelly, Canadian and snow geese! We also offer goose hunting earlier in the fall as well during the regular waterfowl season.
The Canada Goose Migration
Every fall and winter, Canada geese fly south to winter. Along the way, geese will utilize the Mississippi and Illinois river flyways to feed on aquatic vegetation and leftover grain from agriculture fields to aid their long journey southward. One will often see an influx of geese right before and the days following major cold fronts. When open water begins to freeze, geese will be pushed further southward in search of food.
The early Canadian goose season normally is open the first half of September. Followed by a week at the end of October into the first part of November. It reopens mid-November and runs until the end of January. Our packages below are for the end of December through January 31st. The guides, dogs, meals, accommodations, game cleaning and packaging are all included in the hunt.
Four-Night, Three-Day Canada Goose & Upland Combo Hunting Package – Arrive the day before your hunt, between 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Hunt for three days and depart after breakfast on the fifth day.
Three-Night, Two-Day Canada Goose & Upland Combo Hunting Package – Arrive the day before the hunt, between 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Hunt for two days and depart after breakfast on the fourth day.
If limiting out early on goose hunting or if the geese are not flying one day, an optional late morning upland hunt or round of sporting clays may be arranged. (A waterfowl hunt can be exchanged for a full morning upland hunt at no charge. However, there is a charge to change an upland hunt to a waterfowl hunt.) All non-scheduled changes are subject to availability of personnel.
We recommend combination hunts with waterfowl in the morning and upland in the afternoon!
Hunting Licenses:
Waterfowl hunting licenses can be purchased online by going to our hunting links page, or direct at IDNR Hunting License. You will need to purchase the following:
Illinois Five Day Hunting License or Full Season Hunting License
Illinois Migratory Waterfowl Stamp
Federal Stamps can be purchased at your local sporting goods store or post office.
Create your own hunting traditions!
Your stay with us is more than a waterfowl hunt. It’s part of a strong hunting tradition that started back when Heartland’s owner, Gary Harpole, was a child. Each year, new traditions and memories are being created by our guests. The most cherished memories are not the game we harvested, but the memories created from time spent with family and friends. That is what hunting at Heartland Lodge is all about, creating legacy memories that you will always cherish.
Where Are We?
Heartland Lodge is in Pike County, Illinois, Northeast of St. Louis, Missouri and Southwest of Springfield, Illinois. Click here for directions and a map.
Deposit Policy
A payment of 50% of your total hunt is due when making your reservations.
Cancellation Policy
If you are booking a fall hunt (September-January), all balances must be paid by September 1st. A process fee of 10% of your total booking will be charged when canceling. After September 1st, your entire deposit will be lost. If someone in your original booking does not show, you will be charged the full amount of original amount booked. These policies will help us provide you better service.
Transportation
Lambert St. Louis International Airport is the closest major airport. For private planes, Quincy, Jacksonville, and Pittsfield airports are the closest. Visit our directions page for Directions for driving to the lodge.
Open All Year
Come to Heartland for a get-away. This will give you the opportunity to check out the Lodge prior to booking a hunting trip. We are open all year. Our Illinois Resort section has activities available for everyone to enjoy throughout the year!
Canada Goose Hunting Outfitting Rates
Canada Goose Hunting Outfitting Rates
Canada Goose / Upland Combo (End of Dec. - Jan 31 )
Two Hunters Minimum: Four night, three day hunt
$3,080/each
Two Hunters Minimum: Three night, two day hunt
$2,080/each
Two Hunters Minimum: Two night, one day hunt
$1,110/each
Two Hunters Minimum: One night, one day hunt
$985/each
Gun Rentals Available $95 per day. Must reserve ahead of time.
Add $50/Day for Premium Upland Hunt or $100/Day for Double Premium Upland Hunt
* Includes guides, dogs, meals, accommodations, game cleaning, & packaging
Canada Goose Hunting Checklist- What To Bring
Canada Goose Hunting Checklist
Your Gun
Waders
Camouflage Outerwear
Shooting Glasses
Camera (Optional)
Cooler (Optional)
Slippers or Heavy Socks (shoes are removed in mud room)
Comfortable Shirt and Pants
Miscellaneous Information
Bringing Your Own Dog You may bring your own dog. The fee is $25 each night if staying in our kennel. Our kennels are outside and are 5′ x 10′. Our waterfowl guides will not use their own dogs with client dogs. (Dogs are not allowed inside the lodges.) We are not responsible for the quality of your hunt when using your own dog. Make sure your dog is in shape and is accustomed to hunting our conditions.
Sporting Clays
It is recommended that all hunters shoot a practice round of sporting clays the day before duck hunting. Please try to arrive around 3:00 p.m. the day before your hunt to shoot sporting clays. It is recommended that you schedule sporting clays in advance if you would like to shoot during your stay. Visit our sporting clays course page for more information.
Gun Rental
We have guns available for rent. Please call us in advance to reserve a gun.
Shells
We have shells available for sale at the lodge for 20 and 12 gauges
Duck/Goose & Upland Combo Hunting Rates
Waterfowl / Upland Combo (End of Oct - End of Dec. Call for dates.)
Four night, three day hunt
$4,190
Three night, two day hunt
$2,840
Add $50/Day for Premium Upland Hunt or $100/Day for Double Premium Upland Hunt
*Gun rentals available $95 per day. Must reserve ahead of time.
* Includes guides, dogs, meals, accommodations, game cleaning, & packaging
Canada Goose / Upland Combo (End of Dec. - Jan 31 )
Two Hunters Minimum: Four night, three day hunt
$3,080/each
Two Hunters Minimum: Three night, two day hunt
$2,080/each
Two Hunters Minimum: Two night, one day hunt
$1,110/each
Two Hunters Minimum: One night, one day hunt
$985/each
Gun Rentals Available $95 per day. Must reserve ahead of time.
Add $50/Day for Premium Upland Hunt or $100/Day for Double Premium Upland Hunt
* Includes guides, dogs, meals, accommodations, game cleaning, & packaging
Gun Rentals Available $95 per day. Must reserve ahead of time.
SOLO HUNTER DATES 2025 (March 22nd & 23rd, 2025)
Add $50/Day for Premium Upland Hunt or $100/Day for Double Premium Upland Hunt
* Includes guides, dogs, meals, accommodations, game cleaning, & packaging
Waterfowl Only Hunts (End of Oct - End of Dec. Call for dates.)
Three night, three day duck hunt
$2,565
Two night, two day duck hunt
$1,710
* Includes guides, dogs, meals, accommodations, game cleaning, & packaging. Waterfowl hunts end at 11:00.
Trip Insurance
Harpole’s Heartland Lodge strives to give our guests the best experience possible. We understand that your upcoming trip is a significant investment. We offer trip insurance through North America’s leading provider of Travel Insurance called “Travel Guard”.
There are many circumstances that could change your plans. Please take a few minutes to learn how you can protect yourself. If you choose to decline this valuable coverage, you are assuming any financial loss associated with a cancellation or a change in your travel arrangements.
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Please call our office at 217-734-2526 or e-mail us at info@heartlandlodge.com to book reservations.
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You may bring your own dog. The fee is $25 each night if staying in our kennel. Our kennels are outside and are 5′ x 10′. Our waterfowl guides will not use their own dogs with client dogs. (Dogs are not allowed inside the lodges.) We are not responsible for the quality of your hunt when using your own dog. Make sure your dog is in shape and is accustomed to hunting our conditions.