Pigeons and Doves, hunted in the mornings and afternoons, offer hot-barrel shooting as they come in to feed around harvested corn and sunflower fields. Flocks fly in at every angle, changing direction in mid- flight, which makes them one of the most sporting birds on the planet.
Bloemfontein – the Capital City of the Free State Province is situated in the centre of South Africa and is easily accessible by road or air as it lies on the main road and air links between north and south, east and west. Bloemfontein is fondly known as the “City of Roses” and more than 4 000 rose trees have been planted in the rose garden at King’s Park, which was opened in 1925 by the Prince of Wales, Edward VIII. There is little stress and less haste in this peaceful country town which has an atmosphere that one feels is based on an appreciation of family values, where quality of life is of prime importance. The backbone of this area is the huge agricultural industry where cropping of corn and sunflower is the largest in the country. Due to this factor, the abundance of food has created a unique environment for pigeons and doves to thrive way above their natural population, making Bloemfontein the “pigeon capital” of South Africa.
Millions of pigeons and doves commute, twice daily, between the city and the ripening sunflower fields in the surrounding district. It is here where sportsmen ambush from blinds, these humbling game birds under their flight paths. First, the incoming flight to the fields and thereafter the outgoing flight from the fields back to their roosts. Here the seasoned wingshooter’s shooting talents will be tested to the ultimate, while novice shooters will have ample opportunities to hone their shotgun skills and improve their shooting ability. The experience is second to none and certainly one that wingshooters come back to South Africa for time and time again. Come and test your skills on this tricky little game bird that is commonly referred to as the ‘African Grouse’
Flighting Pigeons and Doves – Normally shot in the mornings and afternoon coming in to feed around harvested sunflower fields. Our Pigeons and Doves offer serious hot barrel shooting, with birds coming at a fast pace with singles, pairs and flocks coming to the field with regularity. High, low and every angle with a zigzagging flight just to confuse things, seldom is there a moment when a dove or pigeon is not in sight over your barrels
Rock Pigeons are rated by world shooters as the most sporting birds on the planet and their ability to change direction in mid-flight makes them an extremely worthy quarry testing the abilities of most respected guns. Doves consist of about 40% of the total bag and constitute Cape Turtle Doves and Laughing Doves, as well as the large Red Eyed Dove. Doves and Pigeons are considered an agricultural pest and there is no bag limit or season, however their numbers peak in March, April and May. Nonetheless the hunting quality is sustained throughout the bird shooting season of June, July, August and September.
The Tredenham Boutique Hotel – is situated in the calm setting of the secure estate of the Tredenham Valley, on the outskirts of Bloemfontein. Renowned for their warm hospitality, exceptional service and gourmet cuisine
The Tredenham Boutique Hotel offers spacious and luxurious accommodation. You will find their food exceptional and generous, with the norm being a 5-course meal in the evenings of traditional South African fair with an international flair, served with the best of South African wines from the fairest Cape.
Flighting Pigeons and Doves – Normally shot in the mornings and afternoon coming in to feed around harvested sunflower fields. Our Pigeons and Doves offer serious hot barrel shooting, with birds coming at a fast pace with singles, pairs and flocks coming to the field with regularity. High, low and every angle with a zigzagging flight just to confuse things, seldom is there a moment when a dove or pigeon is not in sight over your barrels
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The Oude Kraal Lodge – is a historical farm lodge, situated about 20 miles out of Bloemfontein where you will find genuine South African hospitality on this fifth generation 1885 Free State sheep farm. Here, creatively furnished luxury accommodation, gourmet meals and spar is the order of the day.
You will take delight in the unique creativity of each luxury en-suit room, with fireplace and patio. You will find their food exceptional and generous, with the norm being a 5-course meal in the evenings of traditional South African cuisine of exceptional quality. The Oude Kraal pride themselves on their fine dining cuisine.
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