Hi, my name is Paul Conchâtre. I have been in the tourism industry since the early 90's. My waterfowl career began under the wings of one of the finest gentlemen in the industry. After working alongside with him for many years, I went out on my own & Birdtail Waterfowl Service was born. We are located in Manitoba's most abundant pothole region and we are beneath one of the largest flyways in North America. My wife Catherine & I, along with our two children are proud of Birdtail Waterfowl's success. Our first class staff includes 5 guides with over 150 years of combined experience and our cook Sandi, who in our off season cooks for a world famous fly in fishing lodge. Their reputations to succeed exceed most expectations. Birdtail Waterfowl Service is a full service lodge providing 3 meals a day with snacks, fully guided hunts with all decoys provided & transportation to & from Winnipeg. Our lodge is loft style with a large viewing deck on the lake that boasts some beautiful sunsets & panoramic views. We provide satellite television, limited internet access and we can accommodate parties of up to 10.

Located in the Prairie Pothole region of Manitoba, Birdtail Waterfowl Service is a waterfowlers paradise. The landscape is scattered with small lakes, sloughs and potholes. Puddle ducks gorge themselves in barley, wheat and pea fields while Mallards dive bomb potholes. Snows and Blue Geese fill the morning skies as well as abundant resident and migrating Canada Geese.

Our work ethic is world class. Whether clucking in a flock of geese, high bailin' a weary old green head, or scouting a field for tomorrow's hunt you will be amazed with the drive to produce the most memorable hunts. Our staff will give you and your party 100% from the moment you arrive...everything is looked after. The only thing we can't control is Mother Nature, but rest assured we are working on that!

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1. Transportation to and from the Winnipeg International Airport can be provided.
2. Benelli Super Black Eagle 2 right handed 28" gun rental.
3. Decoys and blinds (view photos).
4. Professional guiding.
5. Lodging and meals (lodging photos).
6. Taxidermist questions (http://www.gatestaxidermy.com/).
7. First class service.
8. 3 day packages.
9. Limits:
   5 dark geese, 8 ducks and 20 white geese.
   Possession limits are 15 dark geese, 16 ducks and 60 white geese.
   For more information on Manitoba hunting laws see the Manitoba Hunting Guide (we hunt in Game Bird Zones 3 and 4).
10. Sandhill cranes are extremely plentiful in our Pothole region and we will accommodate any of our guests who would like to experience a Manitoba Sandhill crane hunt. The daily limit is 5 and the possession limit is 10.

Note: A CITES export permit is not required for Sandhill cranes if fresh, frozen or salted and in the personal possession of the license holder who killed it.

We're adding another facet to our operation "Out Trips".

Some of the items that you will either have to bring or may want to bring along are:

1. Camouflage clothing (light in color).
2. We supply waders at the lodge.
3. Field boots.
4. Headlamp flashlight.
5. Camera / video camera.
6. Non toxic shot sizes from 3 to BB are most adequate (Premium shot shells are available in Canada).
7. Coolers for the transportation of birds.
8. Shotgun and carrying case (See gun law information).
9. Bring a firearm reliable enough to have 2 to 3 boxes of shells go through it each day.

Canada Non-Resident Firearm Declaration Form 909 – Hunters must fill out the Non-Resident Firearm Declaration Form 909 before you leave for your hunt. Don't try and fill it out at the border, this will upset the Canadian Customs officials and their routine. Fill out this form online and then print 3 copies. Double check your firearms details, especially the serial number, before you hit the print button. Do not sign this form until you are at the border and the officials there ask you to sign it. You will need to present the form with your passport. There is a fee for the permit and it is $25 CND. You must pay for your permit in Canadian dollars or by MasterCard, Visa or American Express. Canadian Customs does not except U.S. Currency. Remember to always carry your firearms permit and identification while you are in the field. To obtain your firearms application, go to the official Canadian Firearms Program page at http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/form-formulaire/pdfs/909.pdf.

• All prices in U.S. dollars.
• Booking deposit of 50%.
• Balance payable upon arrival at camp.
• Total cost is final, no exceptions.
• Guests who book the lodge will be responsible for booking their own party.
• A guest that books a party and has a cancellation in the party must contact Paul 30 days prior to scheduled hunt date. If not the remaining final payment is due.
• All Waterfowl taken during your hunt must be processed.
  The Canadian Federal and Provincial Government take the donation of Migratory Waterfowl very seriously. Birdtail Waterfowl Service has donation forms for you to complete and we will assure you your game will be properly donated for consumption.

All hunters that have booked a hunt with Birdtail Waterfowl Service must fill this Trip Information Form and submit it as soon as all travel information is confirmed.

We recommend Travel Insurance to cover your investment should a family emergency, act of God, or other unforeseen situation arise, which would cause you to cancel your trip.

The company that offers this service is, Travel Guard International, that offers Insurance specific to you. They offer the standard coverage's of Cancellation and Trip Interruption but also offer specialized benefits such as Equipment and Personal Effects for Lost, Stolen or Damage gear or Equipment Delay coverage. Please go to the link and check out what they have to offer.

The North American Bird Banding Program

• Report a Marked Bird

Ducks Unlimited Banding Map

• Waterfowl Migration Map: Follow the ducks this season.

Environment Canada

• View Area Weather Information