What to Expect
When you join us for an Open Range Hunt, you will be treated to Briarwood’s exclusive hunting rights on prime Ohio whitetail hunting property. Our properties are filled with high caliber bucks in a combination of hardwoods, thick early successional cover, and lush food plots. Open range hunts are pre-scouted and stand locations are selected based on current deer movement.
Book Your
Open Range Hunt
The concierge service begins the moment you fill out the book a hunt form and doesn’t stop until you depart. After we receive your form submission, we will contact you to customize every detail of your trip, like:
- Weapon of choice
- Additional guests (hunters and non-hunters)
- Dietary needs and/or food allergies
- Fishing opportunities and gear prep
- Mode of transportation to and from Briarwood
- Taxidermy, meat processing and shipping options
- Anything else that will make this a truly unforgettable hunt
Pack
Your Gear
As the date approaches, you’ll receive your welcome packet including directions, a packing list, and information about what to expect on your trip.
The week before your trip, you’ll be able to customize your beverage choices that will be stocked in your fridge upon arrival, confirm any dietary needs, and even plan for any special celebrations for you or those traveling with you.
Open Range Hunting Schedule
Here’s What to Expect
SUNDAY
ARRIVAL AT BRIARWOOD
You’ll meet your guide, sight your weapon at the shooting range, and head out to the stand for your first evening of hunting. You will also be treated to a delicious Midwestern style dinner including Briarwood trout and venison, pork chops, steak, or whatever our chefs feel like whipping up!
MONDAY-FRIDAY
PRE-DAWN HUNT
Your guide will pick you up and take you to a predetermined hunting location, which is based upon multiple factors including weather and deer movement. While you’re off hunting our staff will tend to your rooms, clean the lodge and prepare for a hearty brunch when you return. If you choose to sit all day in the stand, snacks and lunchmeat are provided for you to pack a sack lunch.
MID-DAY REFUEL WITH LUNCH
After a full morning of hunting spend your afternoons fishing, bird hunting, shooting sporting clays, resting, or sharing stories with fellow hunters before heading back out for the evening hunt!
EVENING HUNT
Your guide will pick you up and take you out to one of our properties for your evening hunt.
EVENING ENJOYMENT
Arrive back at the lodge following your hunt for appetizers, and a beverage around the fire while catching up with other hunters. Dinner is served 45 minutes after sunset. Play cards, enjoy the outdoor fire pit, watch the big game, or relax and get ready for another great day of hunting tomorrow.
Unforgettable
Picture Time
Our staff will take photos of you and your trophy at one of our scenic locations on the property so you can have it forever to share with friends and family back home.
Processing Your Harvest
Based on your preferences, the Briarwood staff will field dress your animal and prepare it for meat processing and taxidermy so you get everything you’re looking for from you hunt.
Want to Add an Estate Hunt to your Itinerary?
You always have the option to upgrade your experience to include an estate hunt. We are happy to walk you through this option, and answer all of your questions.
Are Open Range Deer
Mount-Worthy?
“It’s not easy to find open range trophy deer. But when Chris sent me trail camera photos of some giants, I knew I was in for an unforgettable experience. I was not disappointed. I got my monster buck walking through a picked corn field. And although he was the pinnacle of the trip, it wouldn’t have been the same without the Briarwood staff. They catered to my every need. The quality of the game, the knowledgeable guides, delicious food, comfortable lodging, well-placed stands, and low-pressure hunting are just a few of the things that make Briarwood a first-class experience.“
– ROB FROM MICHIGAN
You Won’t Experience This
Anywhere Else
First-class service, accommodations, and our attention to detail combine to give you an unforgettable experience at Briarwood.