Frequently Asked Questions

The Hugg-Inn resort wants your pheasant hunting stay to be an enjoyable one. We have endeavored to answer most of your pheasant hunting questions. Should you desire more information on pheasant hunting or the Hugg-Inn resort please feel free to send us an e-mail at: Info@HuggInn.com

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Where is the Hugg-Inn resort located?
The Hugg-Inn resort is located just two miles east of Geddes, South Dakota. Geddes is a small, rural, friendly town of less than 300 people located on Highway 50 part of the Lewis and Clark Trail and less than 10 minutes from the Missouri River. Click here for maps and directions from your location.

Has the Hugg-Inn resort completed its renovation?
The Hugg-Inn resort vision is almost fully realized. The first, second and third floors are now complete with a total of eight bedrooms supporting fifteen beds. There are seven bathrooms, two kitchens, a bar, laundry, satellite TV, three dining areas, a game room and access to four patio decks.
Work in progress continues on the fourth floor. Come take the tour and watch the progress each year as you return.

How soon do I need to book the Hugg-Inn resort for my pheasant hunt?
The sooner you book the Hugg-Inn resort the sooner your pheasant hunting reservation will be secured. Early pheasant season hunts are booked up 10-12 months ahead of time.

What type of cover do you hunt?
Pheasant hunts will be a mixture of cropland, CRP, trees, sloughs, draws, creek beds, milo, corn and cane food plots.

Do you hunt pheasants on private or public land?
We only hunt on private land on which we have exclusive hunting rights.

Will I see a lot of pheasants?
You will get a chance to see and shoot at way more pheasants than your limit. We can't guarantee that you'll be able to hit all of them! However practice makes perfect . Contact us to reserve your next season and secure your place on the field.

Do I have to shoot steel shot? What ammunition can I shoot?
None of our pheasant hunts require steel or non-toxic shot. You may shoot lead 4, 5 or 6 shot. For a 12 gauge, we recommend 2 3/4", 1 1/4 oz. of shot. For a 20 gauge, a 3" magnum is recommended. However, if you plan on road hunting, steel shot is a requirement.

Do you have a place I can shoot clay targets?
Yes, a hand thrower for sporting clays is available for hunters to sharpen their shooting skills.

Can I bring my own hunting dog?
Yes, you can bring your own hunting dog but it must be under control and your hunting dog must work close (30 yards). If there are several dogs in the party we may limit the number of them used at one time.

Do you have kennels?
No, at the present time we do not have kennels.

Do you allow dogs in the Hugg-Inn resort?
No dogs are allowed in the resort. If the weather becomes too cold at night, dogs are allowed to stay in the enclosed patio.

Are the pheasant hunts guided?
Yes, our experienced guides keep the pheasant hunts organized and under control.

Are the pheasant hunts safe?
We have a safety briefing before the first pheasant hunt in which our safety rules are explained. Shooting glasses are recommended.

Do I need blaze orange clothing to pheasant hunt?
State law does not require it but we highly recommend that for the sake of safety you wear a blaze orange vest, hat or jacket.

How do I purchase my pheasant hunting license?
You can either buy your pheasant hunting license in South Dakota or purchase it online at South Dakota Game Fish and Parks Homepage. 

What does a hunting license cost?
Click here for current South Dakota Hunting and Fishing License Fees.

Do I need a hunter's safety card to purchase a pheasant hunting license?
Pheasant hunters under the age of 16 will either need a previous hunting license from the state of South Dakota or a hunter's safety card and a parent or guardian to sign the pheasant hunting license.

How do we get our pheasants home?
Bring a cooler and a roll of duct tape, we provide a freezer to store the birds and will pack it for you.