VERNON NATIONAL SHOOTING PRESERVE | CENTRAL NEW YORK
Pheasant Hunting in New York
Experience 500+ acres of carefully managed upland habitat, exceptional pheasant hunting, and the freedom to create your own hunting experience.
Guided & Self-Guided Hunts | October 1 – March 31 | Bookings Accepted Year-Round
A Premier Pheasant Hunting Experience in Central New York
Whether you’re an experienced upland hunter bringing your own bird dog, a first-time hunter looking for a guided experience, or a group planning a memorable day outdoors, Vernon National Shooting Preserve offers a hunt built around your interests.
Our converted family farm features more than 500 acres of carefully managed habitat, dedicated 20–30-acre hunting fields, outstanding bird populations, and a welcoming staff that helps make every visit feel like coming home.
Pheasant Hunting Packages & Pricing
Choose a package that fits your group, from an individual hunt to an action-packed outing with friends. Morning and afternoon hunts are available during the October 1–March 31 hunting season.
Additional birds: $40 each for applicable packages. Optional guide and dog services, bird cleaning, meals, and rentals are available.
What’s Included With Every Hunt?
3-Hour Hunt
Enjoy time in one of our dedicated premium hunting fields.
Sporting Clays
Ten targets for a pre-hunt warm-up.
Refreshments
Snacks, beverages, and a cigar are included.
Additional Hunting Services
Customize your day with optional services available through Vernon National.
| Service | Pricing / Details |
|---|---|
| Guide & Dog Services | $150 first gun; $50 each additional gun |
| Bird Cleaning | $3 per breast or $5 per full bird |
| Lunch or Dinner | Available upon request before the hunt |
| Gun Rentals & Ammunition | Available; contact the preserve for details |
Guided & Self-Guided Pheasant Hunts
Bring your own dog and hunt independently, or add experienced guide and dog services. Both first-time and experienced upland hunters are welcome.
500+ Acres of Managed Pheasant Hunting Habitat
Vernon National is a converted family farm featuring grain crops, natural grasses, pine and evergreen stands, hardwoods, orchards, brush, and hedgerows. Hunting parties enjoy dedicated fields of approximately 20 to 30 acres, offering room to work their dogs and experience varied cover.
GROUP EXPERIENCES AT VERNON NATIONAL
Corporate Pheasant Hunts & Private Group Outings
Looking for something more memorable than another meeting, dinner, or traditional group outing? Vernon National Shooting Preserve offers a distinctive setting for bringing people together through the excitement and camaraderie of upland bird hunting.
With more than 500 acres of managed habitat, dedicated hunting fields, experienced guides and dogs available, and welcoming facilities, Vernon National can help organize an outing that fits your group’s interests and experience level.
Corporate Outings
Bring colleagues together for a memorable outdoor experience that encourages camarderie and offers a change of pace from the office.
Bachelor Parties
Celebrate with an unforgettable day of pheasant hunting, sporting clays, and time with your closest friends. Whether your group includes experienced hunters or first-timers, Vernon National offers a unique bachelor party experience.
Client Entertainment
Build stronger business relationships by treating clients, customers, and business partners to a memorable day in the field. Enjoy pheasant hunting, quality time together, and a relaxed atmosphere that goes beyond traditional client entertainment.
Birthday Celebrations
Make your next birthday one to remember with a pheasant hunting outing at Vernon National. Gather friends and family for an exciting day outdoors, with hunting opportunities for both beginners and experienced sportsmen.
Large Private Groups
Planning an outing for a larger group? Vernon National can help coordinate a customized pheasant hunting experience for friends, families, organizations, and special gatherings, with guides, hunting dogs, and meal arrangements available upon request.
