Feather Hunting - Overview

Location: Argentina - San Luis province - Merlo

Season: Dove and pigeon year round, perdiz from May through July

Capacity: 12 guests

Southwest of Cordoba, Merlo nestles in the beautiful shadows of 5,000-ft peaks where the Conlara Valley plays host to a wingshooter's perfect triangle: at one point, a dove resource that rivals any in Argentina or elsewhere; at the second, decoyed pigeon shooting like you've only dreamed of; and at the final point, exciting perdiz over pointers in lush agricultural valleys. You can shoot doves all day here or mix morning doves with afternoon pigeons or seasonal perdiz.

As Buenos Aires has become known as the "Paris of South America," we promise the Merlo region will quickly become known as the "Palm Desert of Argentina's Heartland." An average of over 320 sunny days a year, little rain, and majestic surroundings add to its appeal. Drives to the field are short, often only five or ten miles from lodge to field.