Walhonding WoodsWalhonding, Ohio · Est. 2019
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21462 County Road 18, Walhonding, Ohio · (239) 218-1887
Heated box blind overlooking a food plot at Walhonding Woods
Before You Come

Guest Info & FAQs

The Short Version

What to Know Before You Hunt.

Preserve hunts are all-inclusive — bring your weapon, your boots and a non-hunting guest if you want one. Everything else is handled.

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Guiding

Every preserve hunt is fully guided. Your guide escorts you throughout and helps with recovery.

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Licensing

License, preserve permits and tags are included on preserve hunts. Free-range hunters bring their own.

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Game Care

Capping, dressing, quartering and vacuum sealing for the freezer. Shipping and taxidermy can be arranged.

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Lodging & Meals

The Lodge and The Bunkhouse, plus three meals a day — or self-cater for a discount using any of three kitchens.

What to Bring

Pack Light. We've Got the Rest.

Come With

  • Your bow, crossbow or firearm and ammunition
  • Boots you can walk and sit in
  • Layered clothing — Ohio mornings and afternoons differ
  • Blaze orange if you're hunting a firearm season
  • A cooler if you're driving your meat home
  • Your own license and tags for free-range weeks only
  • Camera — you'll want it
  • Card or cash for gratuities and the 3.5% card fee
Questions

Frequently Asked.

What's included in a preserve hunting package?

Every preserve package includes up to five days of fully guided hunting, your hunting license, preserve permits and required tags, lodge accommodations, daily meals, field dressing and game care, trophy caping, one complimentary non-hunting guest, and access to our premium blinds and preserve amenities.

How is whitetail pricing worked out?

Preserve whitetail is priced by trophy class: up to 170″ is $5,500, 171″ to 190″ is $7,000, 191″ to 210″ is $8,500, and 211″ and up is $9,500. Each is a five-day all-inclusive package.

Do I need my own hunting license?

For preserve hunts, no — your license, preserve permits and tags are included in the package price. For free-range hunts on our Knox County and Coshocton County properties, you must provide your own hunting license and tags.

What weapons can I hunt with?

Compound bow, crossbow, rifle, shotgun, handgun or muzzleloader. There is also a target range on the property so you can check your scope or make last-minute adjustments before your hunt.

Can I bring someone who isn't hunting?

Yes. Every hunt includes one non-hunting guest at no additional charge. Let us know your full party size when you book so we can plan lodging and meals.

What about meals?

Guests can take the full experience with three meals per day, or, for a discount, provide meals for themselves using any of the three fully equipped kitchens or the outdoor grill.

Where do we stay?

On the property, in The Lodge (4,500 sq ft, sleeps up to 30) or The Bunkhouse (5,500 sq ft, five bedrooms, four full baths). Lodging is included in every hunting package.

Are the blinds heated?

Yes — every one. We run elevated blinds, ground blinds and ladder stands over food plots and feeders, and each has a heater and reclining swivel chairs so you can sit comfortably through the day.

What happens to my deer after the shot?

Your guide helps with recovery, and we handle capping, dressing, quartering and vacuum sealing your meat to be frozen for your convenience. We can also arrange shipping of meat and trophies, or taxidermy services.

Do you offer group discounts?

Yes. Ask about our group, multi-hunt and management hunt discounts when you enquire.

What's your cancellation policy?

If you cancel your booking with more than 30 days' notice before your scheduled arrival date, you are entitled to a full refund of your deposit. Contact us for deposit amounts and full terms on your specific hunt.

What if the free-range hunting isn't producing?

If you're not having any luck on the free-range properties and want to switch over to hunting inside the preserve, we will give you full credit for everything you have paid toward a preserve hunt.

How do I pay?

We accept Visa, MasterCard, PayPal, debit and cash. A 3.5% fee applies to card payments.

When is your season?

Contact us for current season dates and availability — preserve dates and free-range weeks are set each year and elk dates in particular go early.

Anything not covered here, just call — we'd rather answer it properly than have you guess.

Aerial view of food plots and hardwood timber on the Walhonding Woods preserve
Reserve Your Dates

Book Your Hunt at Walhonding Woods.

Tell us your dates and the animal you're after. Every hunt is built around your goals, your weapon and your trophy class.

Call (239) 218-1887