Boots are essential. Waterproof leather hunting boots are ideal for most conditions. If you’re driving, we also recommend bringing rubber boots—they often come in handy around camp and in wet cover.
Thick cover is common in grouse country, making eye protection a must. Quality shooting or safety glasses will help protect your eyes while moving through dense brush.
Grouse habitat can be tough, with briars and thorns throughout. Brush pants or chaps will make navigating this terrain far more comfortable.
Minnesota weather can change quickly. Pack layers, including long-sleeve t-shirts and durable shooting shirts. Be sure to check the Pineridge Grouse Camp homepage for current weather conditions before your trip.
A blaze orange hunting vest or shooting jacket is required and should be built for dense cover. Lightweight jackets or trapshooting vests are often not durable enough.
A blaze orange hat is also required by Minnesota state law.
Bring any personal gear you typically use for upland bird hunting, such as:
Ticks are a reality in the Northwoods, and Lyme disease is a concern. Please take precautions:
A good cigar by the fire and some music are the perfect way to end a successful day in the field. Beyond that, Pineridge takes care of the rest.
Dogs are more than welcome at Pineridge Grouse Camp.
Please bring:
Our guide dogs are trained grouse and woodcock specialists. If your dog is less experienced, patience goes a long way. We’re happy to alternate between your dog and our guides to ensure an enjoyable and productive hunt.
Double guns are the only recommended choice for grouse and woodcock hunting at Pineridge. They aren’t just traditional—they’re safer, especially when crossing creeks or retrieving birds.
Ammunition is provided as part of our all-inclusive package. We stock a variety of gauges and shot sizes (7½, 8, and 9), depending on the season.
