page 3 why book with frontiers as avid sporting travelers michael and susie fitzgerald found a lack of sophisticated professional guiding in the remote regions of the world that offered the best shooting and fly fishing conventional travel agencies could get them to the airport and maybe to a good hotel in these distant areas but that is where the expertise ended driven by their love of bird shooting and fly fishing and faced with this dilemma the fitzgeralds took the only logical step they followed their passion and frontiers international was started frontiers founding principle remains our guiding light today we strive to ensure that the experience of every trip meets and exceeds our client s expectations through constant research and a thorough firsthand knowledge of the destinations we represent frontiers president mike fitzgerald jr left product testing in buenos aires province with blind ambition
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magellan goose field hunt on the pampas surrounding bahia blanca argentina call frontiers 1-800-245-1950 · +44 01285 741340 in europe · www.frontierstravel.com page 6
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new estancia el lunar mixed-bag hunt coronel pringles jorge trucco s patagonia outfitters and estancia el lunar have partnered to present the best five feather combo hunt in argentina accessed from the coastal town of bahia blanca a short flight from buenos aires this program offers wing shooting potential to include geese perdiz doves pigeons and ducks el lunar is a working ranch dedicated to agriculture and cattle as well as the breeding of red deer thousands of acres blanketed by natural native grasses create optimum perdiz habitat while the rich regional crops and ample bodies of water draw geese and ducks for outstanding shoots in potholes and in the field still hungry passing doves and decoyed pigeons round out the shoot and guarantee a sore shoulder for the trip home estancia el lunar is a comfortably modified attractive old-world home offering 7 double bedrooms each with private bath spacious living and dining rooms massage room and game room among other features meals ar
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page 11 feather hunting argentina merlo feather hunting argentina is an outstanding year-round combination of pigeon and dove shooting near the town of merlo in san luis province boasting a semi-arid mediterranean climate with over 320 days of sunshine each year the merlo shoots have quickly become a favorite for discriminating travelers may through july in the foothills and pasturelands surrounding this picturesque community want more an afternoon at the pigeon ring followed by a barbecue or a morning of instruction in the field with shooting host juan pedro navarro rounds out a perfect shotgunner s experience whether it is a morning of dove shooting foloffering pass and decoyed pigeons as well as volume dove shooting this majestic region provides plenty of challenges seasonal perdiz hunting over pointers is also available from utilizing a magnificent mountainside chaletstyle complex guests are offered private rooms while a resident chef and staff prepares exceptional meals lunches
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page 13 los gauchos argentina bahia blanca george criddle s los gauchos argentina located less than an hour s flight from buenos aires near bahia blanca offers a one-stop operation for the avid sporting traveler first-rate decoyed ducks in regional potholes and lakes unmatched field shoots for geese as well as decoyed pigeon passing doves and upland hunting for perdiz over dogs round out this complete bird shooting experience when not in the field guests relax in the new lodge el parador los gauchos a 3,800-square-foot facility designed for shooters by shooters four spacious bedrooms each with en suite bathroom complement a massive great room with a roaring fireplace as its focal point satellite tv four-course meals premium liquors fine wines high speed internet international fax and telephone and laundry services are all available and every need is accommodated intact groups of 6-8 may book the lodge as a private party simply put there is no finer value than this mixed-bag wing shoo
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page 15 uruguay uruguay is a fertile agricultural country of rolling plains foothills and coastal lowlands with a temperate climate where freezing temperatures are almost unknown the combination of these natural features creates an ideal sporting environment for a mixed-bag hunt that is unrivaled in south america for over two decades the landed gentry have opened their ranch homes to shooters from around the world uruguayan shooting has remained a well-guarded secret in the shadow of argentina however the great numbers of perdiz pigeons doves and even ducks along with the relaxed comfort of the estancias and the ease of travel in uruguay make this destination a priority on any serious shooter s list pointers setters and spaniels about the size of chukar these birds hold tight in remarkably sparse cover only to explode into a low and fast flush challenging the most seasoned partridge and quail hunter when not in the field guests enjoy the refined homes of the local landowners warm and f
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estancia san patricio raul aenlle s estancia san patricio features perdiz over pointers and setters passing dove and decoyed pigeons combined with relaxed country estate living raul and his shooting staff are themselves avid outdoorsmen and dog enthusiasts and are found in the fields daily guiding guests or scouting new opportunities from an overall hunting experience san patricio is a traditional family-owned estancia near canada nieto in the grand sprawl of the uruguayan countryside where the outdoors and wing shooting is a daily way of life raul and o enone aenlle are experienced and thoughtful hosts the number of shooters who return year after year is true testimony to their professionalism and commitment whether it is the first visit or the fifteenth guests are welcomed as family and the warmth of the estancia and o enone s constant attention is addictive you can t do better r.g.s valrico fl call frontiers 1-800-245-1950 · +44 01285 741340 in europe · www.frontierstravel.com
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los gauchos uruguay pure ducks and perdiz option located on a working rice plantation and livestock ranch near the brazilian border los gauchos uruguay has a duck program that offers a blend of unparalleled shooting and a journey into the rich uruguayan ranching culture in the most remote 200 square miles of northern uruguay that surround the los gauchos estancia incredible numbers of uneducated ducks who have literally never seen a decoy before waffle into flooded rice fields after a grand lunch and siesta afternoon hunts consist of ducks and more ducks and/or walk-up perdiz shooting over pointers and setters waterfowlers from stuttgart to the snake river have rarely experienced hunts of this caliber with bath a gourmet chef and attentive staff it guests are hosted in either a private estancia or at the uruguay duck hunting club depending upon client preference the 7,000-square-foot estancia boasts six single occupancy bedrooms ranks with the finest shooting accommodations in south
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page 23 mexico south of the border is a virtual mecca for wildlife akin to the old glory days in the united states both whitewing and mourning doves live here in abundance year-round along with gambel s and elegant quail these birds enjoy never-ending fields of sorghum sesame corn and other grains the fields are bordered by deep fencerows thick with mesquite and chaparral look at the sunrise look at these ducks two large north american flyways converge in the coastal region which contains large freshwater pans as well as shallow saltwater bays the variety of waterfowl is unparalleled imagine a combination shoot of quail or duck in the morning and dove or quail in the afternoon the coastal expanse of sonora and sinaloa is the optimum staging and feeding ground for wintering pacific flyway ducks and from early november through early march it is home to an estimated two million pintail gadwall green blue and cinnamon teal black duck canvasback widgeon redhead and many others 17 specie
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page 25 ready aim flush gabino s outdoor adventures frontiers is pleased to introduce the latest addition to our mexican shooting destinations gabino s outdoor adventures with its two premier lodges hacienda la nellita is situated in the state of sonora just 350 miles south of tucson and features combination hunts for ducks doves and quail choose from ten different packages currently available paso real lodge is located in the state of tamaulipas and offers whitewing and mourning dove shooting frank gabino ruiz is the owner/operator he and his staff focus on exceptional service and present first-rate well-scouted hunts with all the amenities that frontiers clients have come to expect the personal touch of a well-trained staff dine on extravagant meals carefully prepared by gourmet chefs entrees of fresh seafood wild game and mesquite-grilled steaks along with local mexican cuisine are sure to satisfy your palate based on the varied selection of game lavish accommodations and
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freshwater fishing atlantic and pacific salmon sea trout taimen peacock bass tigerfish golden dorado and steelhead fishing on some of the most famous rivers in the world renowned trout fishing in the southern and northern hemispheres a passion for travel for us it is a passion a passion for travel a passion to be outdoors and a passion to share let our expert staff help guide you to your ideal destination saltwater fishing light-tackle fly fishing in warm waters for bonefish tarpon permit trevally milkfish and barracuda blue-water big game fishing on fly and conventional tackle unique tropical properties to satisfy all interests with differing standards of accommodation elegant journeys we know most corners of the world and can plan your customized travel from luxury barging and cruises to exclusive wine and garden tours to private family getaways and so much more wing shooting flighting decoying and walk-up shooting for doves ducks pigeons perdiz and other game birds in africa ar
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