Wing Shooting | High Plains Quail x Crane Camp

Sandhill Crane: Dawn transforms these ancient birds into silhouettes against December skies, their six-foot wingspans casting shadows across fields that have hosted this ritual for generations. We hunt them as locals have since the first crops drew them here – in agricultural fields where tradition and opportunity merge. Their presence marks the pulse of High Plains seasons, their pursuit a privilege earned through understanding of land, weather, and patience.

Bobwhite Quail: In the afternoon light, CRP corners reveal their secrets to those who know how to read them. These carefully preserved pockets of native grass stand as testament to conservation’s success, where wild bobwhite still flush with heart-stopping suddenness before seasoned dogs. This isn’t manufactured hunting – it’s the raw authenticity of wild birds in native habitat, exactly as nature intended.

2025 CAMP DATES:
Nov 28 – Dec 1 (Sold Out)
Dec 5 – 8 (Sold Out)
Dec 8 – 11 (Call to book)
Dec 12 – 15 (2 Spots)
Dec 15 – 18 (Sold Out)
Dec 19 – 22 (2 Spots)
Jan 9 – 12 (Sold Out)

“There’s a moment in the December dawn when everything aligns – crane wings against first light, frost on crop stubble, steam rising from your coffee. That’s when you understand why we’re here. When afternoon finds us working CRP corners behind steady dogs, you’ll feel the rhythm of how locals have hunted these grounds for generations. But it’s at the table where everything comes full circle. This is why I left fine dining kitchens – to honor these ingredients from field to fire, to share moments where pursuit meets preparation, where tradition meets innovation. Some experiences can’t be manufactured; they have to be lived.” -Josh Crumpton

The Culinary Journey:
Each evening builds upon the day’s pursuit, creating a progression that honors both ingredient and craft:

First Night
At The Courthouse, Texas Josh translates field craft into fire craft, where stories of the day’s pursuit infuse every carefully composed plate. Here, hunting tradition meets culinary innovation in a private dining experience that sets the tone for your journey.

Second Night
Josh continues the exploration at The Courthouse, diving deeper into the connection between land and table. Each dish tells a story of place, pursuit, and possibility, building on generations of High Plains hunting heritage.

Third Night
Your experience culminates at The Nicolett, where Chef Finn Walter – whose vision earned recognition among Bon Appetit’s top 50 new restaurants – transforms High Plains ingredients into sophisticated tribute. Here, local tradition meets contemporary artistry in a finale worthy of your pursuit.

This exclusive experience is intentionally limited to ensure every aspect maintains its intimate nature. For those who understand that some traditions deserve preservation, some ingredients demand reverence, and some experiences must remain intimate – book your preferred December dates. Questions about this High Plains gathering? We’re here to guide you.