The Prairie Pothole Duck Factory - Birdtail Waterfowl

Nestled within the renowned Prairie Pothole Region, Birdtail Waterfowl stands as a legendary destination for waterfowl hunters from across the continent. Owned and operated by Paul Conchatre, this lodge has become known for its exceptional opportunities to hunt fields and water for a variety of waterfowl species like ducks, geese, and cranes.

Field hunting for ducks, however, has arguably become their most popular experience, which has coined Birdtail Waterfowl as "The Duck Factory." The video below highlights the allure and the intensity of their duck-hunting experiences perfectly. Enjoy!

The Duck Factory of the Prairie Pothole Region

Expertise and Precision in the Field

At the core of Birdtail's success in field duck hunting, lies a foundation built on precise planning and decades of waterfowl hunting expertise. Paul and his team of professional waterfowl guides meticulously scout over 1,000,000 acres of agricultural land, ensuring each hunt is expertly curated.

With a wealth of knowledge, these guides know their stuff. From setting out the perfect decoy spreads, providing ultimate concealment for their guests, and speaking that sweet avian language with their calls. All to set their guests up for a hunting experience of a lifetime.

The Prairie Pothole Region

Nestled within the Prairie Pothole Region, Birdtail Waterfowl benefits from a convergence of the Mississippi and central waterfowl flyways. This unique geographical position attracts a plethora of duck species, with mallards and teals being some of the most common. Yet, the region also boasts an array of diver ducks, pintails, widgeons, and more, providing a diverse and exhilarating hunting experience.

A Waterfowl Paradise

The region's countless small pothole lakes serve as ideal brooding grounds for all kinds of waterfowl in the spring. This ensures a consistent presence of birds throughout the waterfowl season. From the opening day to the season's end, hunters can relish the opportunity to engage with both local and migratory birds, making every hunt of the season a memorable experience.

Making Memories for a Lifetime

Birdtail Waterfowl strives to offer guests sights and experiences they've never encountered before. From the thunderous sound of thousands of wings, the heart-pounding anticipation before the call to "Take em!" to those exhilarating moments as you pick your bird and take your shot. Birdtail ensures that every hunt becomes a cherished memory for a lifetime.

Diverse Hunting Offerings

In addition to its exceptional field duck hunts, Birdtail provides a large diversity of products for hunters. In the region lies large marshes and potholes that are seemingly impossible to get into for hunters. However, Paul has found a solution. With the purchase of an impressive lineup of layout boats with mud motors, guests can have exclusive access to formerly inaccessible waters.

Luxury Amidst Wilderness

Beyond the adrenaline of the hunt, Birdtail Waterfowl offers guests a luxury main camp experience amidst this largely uninhabited region. Guests get to enjoy private cabin accommodations, equipped with all the comforts of home to provide a perfect retreat after a long day or a quiet space for some rest in between hunts.

Birdtail's impressive main lodge serves as a perfect gathering point, offering a warm atmosphere while awaiting an incredible meal prepared by their skilled red seal chef.

There isn't any detail overlooked at this top-notch waterfowl camp... Looking to refine that shot in the afternoon between hunts? Birdtail has an awesome skeet range just a few steps away from the cabins, accessible to all guests at their leisure.

Taking you to your Limits

Birdtail Waterfowl

In the realm of waterfowl lodges, Birdtail Waterfowl stands at the top of their class. If you want waterfowl hunting that is as good as it gets, with a diversity of options ranging from incredible goose and crane field hunts; To the famed field-or-water multi-species duck hunts, that can only be found in a Duck Factory like the Prairie Pothole Region. it's a no-brainer that Birdtail Waterfowl is the place for you.

But the attention to detail goes far beyond the hunt. Paul and the team do an incredible job of ensuring that from the moment you arrive in Manitoba, your stay at the lodge, and your day of departure not only meet but exceed all your expectations. To learn more, and book a trip, visit Birdtail Waterfowl's Website today!

Birdtail Waterfowl - Taking you to your Limits