Checklist
Click here for a printable checklist of items that will
make your hunt go more smoothely, and more enjoyable.
Airport:
You have three options for flying in for your hunt.
- Denver International Airport: This is about a three and half
hour drive to Maxwell. From Denver you will be close to Sidney
the home of Cabelas. If driving into Maxwell will not work there
is a regional commuter connection from Denver to North Platte
through United Express.
- Eppley Airfield (Omaha, NE): Omaha is a four and a half hour
drive to Maxwell. Coming from Omaha you will be passing through
Kearney home of the original Cabelas.
- Lincoln (NE) Municipal Airport: Lincoln is a four hour drive to Maxwell. From Lincoln you will be passing Kearney also home of the original Cabelas.
There are two private airports near Maxwell that serve private aircraft:
1) North Platte, NE (Lee Bird Field)
Contact Number 1-800-645-2958
2) Ogallala, NE (Searle Field)
Contact Number 1-800-577-5263
Rental Cars
Rental Cars are available at the North Platte Arport. We will
pick you up for free at the North Platte Airport and Ogallala
Airport. There will be a reasonable charge for pick up in Denver,
Omaha, or Lincoln.
Add to Rates:
All hunts include lodging and meals unless otherwise specified. Also
included in hunt price is guide service, in-field transportation,
trophy care, decoys, treestands, and blinds.
Average Temps:
During the early season we can have some warm weather so be prepared
for temps in the upper 70's and the low dipping down to 40's. As the
rut approaches the temps will drop, the highs hopefully will not get
out of the 50's and the low’s will be down into the 30's possibly
upper 20's. During the late season it will be cold highs may get
into the 40's and the low’s will be in the 20's possibly 10's. As
always in Nebraska there is a good chance the wind will be blowing
so be sure to have a great wind breaker. These averages hopefully
will help you in your clothing selection. Be sure you have a good
pair of liner socks and thick outer socks, and a good pair of boots.
Our most common complaint is cold feet!
Deer Season:
After looking at the average temps you will see that layering is
vital for comfort. A good base layer, a warm second layer and a
quiet outer layer is essential for success. Since most deer hunting
will take place from a stand bring an appropriate pair of boots.
These boots need to be warm plus scent free! We recommend rubber
boots, and a pair of boot blankets. If you are planning to spot and
stalk bring a pair of boots that are broken in well. We recommend a
face mask and gloves for total concealment, while on stand. During
rifle season you must wear hunter orange on your head plus your
chest and back.
Duck:
Most areas we hunt are not terrible deep so hip boots will work
well. During our duck season the temps will be cold so dress
appropriately. Good layers covered by a waterproof outer layer will
serve you well. We will be hunting from pit blinds so you will be
out of the elements, some what.
Upland:
The most important clothing for upland is a pair of boots that are
broke in well. During an upland hunt you will be moving almost
constantly so you should not have a chance to get cold. When temps
drop severally we will be in and out of the vehicle so you should be
able to stay warm on coffee or hot chocolate. We recommend hunter
orange for all upland hunts, hat plus chest and back.
Spring Turkey:
Again a good pair of boots are a must. The temps during April can be
cool in the A.M., dropping down into the 30's, but most days they
warm up well into the 50's. Layers again are vital so you can shed
some clothes as the temp rises. Full camo is vital for success in
this hunt. Do not forget the face mask and gloves. A comfortable
vest, with a comfortable vest can be invaluable during those sits.
