WINGSHOOTING / Los Chañares

Cordoba, Argentina

"I am writing this for Jimmy and me to tell you that we had the most wonderful time in Argentina. Your planning and the execution could not have been anymore perfect!  Jimmy has been raving to anyone who will listen about the fabulous time.  All of the guides were great, but Mini was our favorite!  We enjoyed all of the restaurants, sights we saw, hotels, ----just every aspect of the trip.  The shooting was not to be believed!  And the Estancia Los Chanares just fabulous!  Alex and Jessica made us feel so at home and every need was attended to.  Thanks so much and hope to see you on one of your trips to Houston."
JM
Houston, Texas
Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Los Chanares, Mendoza
July 2008

Luxurious High-Volume Dove Hunting
Conveniently located 60 miles from the Cordoba international airport, Estancia Los Chañares owns or controls some the finest dove roosting habitat and farmland for which the northern region of Cordoba is known.

The vast choice of different landscapes permits us to offer the type of shooting to please any category of shooter. In some fields, even the most experienced shooter will find the high-flying birds challenging and at the outmost range of a shotgun. However, what all these fields have in common is that they all provide an overwhelming quantity and quality of wild birds, flying all day long.  Enthusiastic hunters can easily shoot a case of shells per hour.

The overwhelming quantity of doves is considered a plague in the area as they can destroy a whole crop in just a few hours.  Nevertheless, we have carefully developed a game-management program. Contrary to the practice of many other outfitters, the roosting nesting grounds are never hunted, nor are the streams where the birds go to drink.

We also plant many fields with the doveNULLs favorite cereals to keep them on the property. With the lodge in middle of the property surrounded by hunting fields youNULLll never have to endure the tiring van rides of found with many other outfitters in the Cordoba region.

Hunting Schedule
You now have the flexibility to hunt or relax at your own pace without having to follow a rigid schedule normally imposed to accommodate a group. You wake up at a comfortable hour and still get to shoot a case or two of shells before coming back to lunch at the lodge. After savoring a delightful meal, shooters prefer to take a siesta, go for a refreshing dip in the swimming pool or enjoy a ride on one of our many horses. Even if you relax by the pool until five oNULLclock, a hunter can shoot more rounds than most shoulders can handle while the other outfitters and their guests are driving-back to the lodge from far-off fields.

Five Star Lodging
This picturesque European flavored, Argentine style lodge offers all the modern conveniences in sumptuous yet cozy surroundings. There are eight double-rooms, each with a fireplace, dressing room and private bathroom.

Gourmet Food and Wine
Our in-house gourmet chef will impress you with every meal, highlighting ArgentinaNULLs famous beef and Medozan wine.

The Personnel
From the moment you are picked up at the airport, all the members of the well trained staff will make certain that you experience an enjoyable stay. Whether it be in the field where your bird boys will make certain that you donNULLt run out of shells and refreshments, or at the lodge where the house staff will be more than pleased to take care of your laundry, the Los ChanaresNULL team will cater to your every need.

The Hunting Season
The doves roost in our nests from late May to the end of March during which period we hunt our fields and nearby properties. We are closed during April and May.  The very dry climate makes shooting conditions comfortable year round.

SAMPLE ITINERARY
Day 1: Evening departure from the U.S.

Day 2: Morning arrival at Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires. Group will be met by a representative of Argentina Outfitters inside baggage claim who will assist with gun clearance and customs and then escort you to your private charter plane at the same airport. Private charter flight in a Metro III to Cordoba Airport. Flight time is approximately 1 ½ hrs. Reception at Cordoba Airport provided by Los Chanares staff. 1 hr 20 min van transfer to Los Chanares. Lunch. fternoon dove shoot. Dinner, drinks and overnight accommodations at Los Chanares.

Day 3: Morning dove shoot. Lunch. Afternoon dove shoot. Dinner, drinks and continued overnight accommodations at Los Chanares.

Day 4: Morning dove shoot. Lunch. Afternoon dove shoot. Dinner, drinks and continued overnight accommodations at Los Chanares.

Day 5: Morning dove shoot. Return to lodge for packing. Lunch. Van transfer to Cordoba Airport to take mid afternoon private charter flight to Ezeiza International Airport. Reception and assistance at airport by a representative of Argentina Outfitters.  Depart on late evening flight to the U.S.

Day 6: Morning arrival in the U.S.