The Deer & Pheasant Hunt Camp is a new Minnesota BHA gathering designed to bring members, families, and supporters together for a relaxed, mission-aligned weekend centered around two of Minnesota’s fall hunting seasons. The camp will provide opportunities for participants to pursue both pheasant and deer while building community around public-land hunting, conservation, ethical harvest, and shared outdoor experiences. Participants have the option to lodge in the dormitory of Eagle Bluff for a nightly fee or camp on nearby state forest lands, arriving Friday evening and staying through Sunday. Participants will have access to communal spaces, including Eagle Bluff dorm common areas and campfire rings. Participants will be responsible for providing their own meals throughout the weekend. They may choose to eat at restaurants in nearby Lanesboro or other surrounding towns, cook over one of Eagle Bluff’s campfire rings, or bring their own camp stove. Eagle Bluff also has a grill available for participant use.
Throughout the weekend, hunters may pursue pheasant and deer (muzzleloader or bow/crossbow) on nearby state forest lands. Participants can choose to hunt independently, join others, or connect with more experienced hunters for informal mentorship and shared learning. Evenings at camp will provide an opportunity to gather, cook together, share stories, process game, and reflect on the day’s hunts. This social time is a centerpiece of the event, strengthening chapter identity, creating opportunities for mentorship, and building the relationships that sustain BHA’s mission across Minnesota.
By centering responsible harvest, public-land opportunity, conservation, and fellowship, the Eagle Bluff Deer & Pheasant Hunt Camp will help MN BHA build community, expand its Southeastern Minnesota footprint, and introduce more people to the traditions and responsibilities of hunting. The event will also create an opportunity for hunters of different experience levels to connect, learn from one another, and experience the camaraderie of a traditional fall hunting camp.
Weekend Schedule
Friday
Optional Hunt & Camp Arrival Daytime: Optional pre-camp pheasant or deer hunt on nearby public lands for participants who are able to arrive in the area early. Participants are responsible for arranging their own transportation and hunting plans. 5:00–7:00 pm: Arrive at Eagle Bluff, check in, and set up camp or dorm accommodations. Evening: Dinner on your own: grill, campfire, camp stove, or local restaurant. Campfire and informal meet & greet.
Saturday
Morning- Deer and/or pheasant hunt on nearby public lands
Afternoon — Open hunting time; participants may hunt independently or connect with other hunters
Evening: Dinner on your own: grill, campfire, camp stove, or local restaurant. Campfire and socialization. Game processing, gear preparation, and planning for Sunday’s hunt
Sunday
Hunt & Wrap-Up Morning — Optional morning hunt By noon — Depart Eagle Bluff
Weekend Note: The camp is intended to provide a home base for hunting and opportunities for fellowship rather than a highly structured itinerary. There may be some activities options available through Eagle Buff that weekend for families or hunters wanting to participate. An extra fee may be charged for these activities.