Hunt Information:

2008 Habitat Development

Keith & Big Wayne have been continuing the new habitat development projects that were initiated last year. We are establishing new quail buffer and filter strip CRP along with feed and cover plantings.

Extensive food cover plot plantings have been cultivated on the 6,000+ acres that are regularly utilized for our upland gamebird hunting. Added to the previously under-utilized Watson valley hunting area is a wonderful 1-1/2 mile creek drainage where we are establishing CRP filter strips in conjunction with the FSA programs. Also, we are undertaking a significant program to embellish habitat development at the Blue Hills Lodge area. Our guests have become comfortable in our established areas, but we are delighted to be able to provide some new hunting adventures!

Details About Your Hunt

We offer as a complete package, traditional field hunts of upland game bird species native to North Central Kansas. Our specialty is hunting the Ringneck Pheasant with a six bird per day limit. Extended pheasant limits can also be arranged. Bobwhite Quail and Greater Prairie Chicken can also be hunted. You need only furnish your shotgun and outdoor clothing as we provide ranch house accommodations, all meals, and field transportation. Also provided are local dog handlers who act as guides to insure that you will see adequate birds to fill your limit. Our personal service and exceptional hospitality provide a memorable outdoor experience.

October through March

The Carr Creek Valley is the home of Houghton Farms and Ringneck Ranch. The unique "Post Rock Country" is the setting for experienced local guides with trained dogs to lead hunters through a variety of cover where five generations of the Houghton family have hunted since homesteading here in 1872.

North Central Kansas offers exceptional upland game bird hunting of several species, particularly the wily Ringneck Pheasant.

Ringneck Ranch is a family-run business established in 1983, operated by Keith Houghton, a professional airline pilot, his wife Debra, a former flight attendant, and a dedicated local staff of fifty. Great hunting, very nice accommodations, outstanding home cooked family-style meals, personal service and our Kansas hospitality combined to make for a memorable outdoor experience.

Please call (785-373-4835) or e-mail for information, package prices, DVD, references and reservations. Then just bring your hunting gear and friends for a great time...see you at the Ranch!