Are Day Hunts available?
No, we only do season leases. We spend at least 1.5 hours with hunters touring over 10,000 acres. Hunters are allowed to hunt anytime and anywhere during hunting season. Therefore, Day Leases are not feasible for our operation.
Is there a charge for children and non-hunting guests?
No, children 14 and under are allowed to hunt for free when hunting with a paid parent. There is no charge for a non-hunting guest as long as they do not carry a gun. However, children 14 and under and non-hunting guest must complete a release of liability form.
What type of other activities are included with a paid lease?
Hunters with the dove and fishing package my fish any of the 14 ponds, may camp on the property, or skeet shoot.
What paperwork must be completed before hunting?
All hunters, children, ad non-hunting guests must complete and have on file the release of liability and hunter lease agreement before entering the lease property.
May I bring alcohol/beer onto the lease?
ABSOLUTELY NOT! For the safety of all hunters, bringing any alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs onto the hunting lease properties will result in immediate removal and termination of hunting lease with no refund.
When does the hunting lease expire?
The dates of the Dove and Fishing Package are determined by the Texas Department of Wildlife. Hunters with the limited Dove, Duck, Fishing and Varmint Package may hunt anytime from September 1, 2023 until January 31, 2024.
Can hunters hog hunt?
Hog hunting is allowed, but keep in mind rifles CANNOT be used on the lease during Dove or Duck seasons.
Is it okay to bring a hunting dog?
Sure! We love to see a good hunting dog at work.
Can hunters use an ATV or Side-by-side on the lease?
Yes, but only on the edges of the fields. ATV's or other vehicles cannot be driven on or across fields. Hunters must keep all vehicles out of all fields. Even the edges of the fields are not to be driven in when muddy.
Are there group discounts?
Yes! Buy 9 spots and get the 10th spot free (see the Pricing and Lease tab).
Are hunters placed? If not, how do hunters know where to go?
With over 10,000 acres of land, there is no need to place hunters. All fields are on a first come, first available basis. We ask all of our hunters to respect other hunters already in a field. Hunters may hunt any field marked on their maps. With so many acres to hunt, it is necessary to take the tour, especially first time hunters. There are two hunting operations, so hunters may hunt in the fields from the Howe/Van Alstyne area or the Leonard/Wolfe City area, or both!
How big are the fields?
The size of the fields vary greatly from about 11 acres to over 600 acres, and they are all different!
Where do hunters check in?
Hunters with the Dove & Fishing Packages do not check in. Hunting is on a first available basis. Duck and varmint hunters must schedule before hunting.
Are the hunting areas patrolled?
Yes! D.J. Farms employees and the Texas Department of Wildlife Game Wardens patrol the areas verifying hunting tags and licenses.
How are tours scheduled?
All tours are scheduled by calling the Dove Hotline at (903) 587-0014. Tours cannot be scheduled by email. Tours must be scheduled on a first come basis on Saturdays and Sundays throughout all of August beginning Saturday, August 5, 2023 through Sunday, August 27th, 2023. There are separate tours for the Leonard and Howe areas and each must be scheduled separately. Tours start at 8 a.m. and end with the last tour of the day at 5 p.m. An exact number, included children, must be included when scheduling tours.
Is camping allowed on the lease?
Tent camping is allowed on the lease. Self-contained RV's are allowed. There are no hookups and dumping is not allowed anywhere on the lease.
Are rifles allowed?
Rifles are not allowed at anytime for hunters with the Dove & Fishing Package or at anytime during Dove or Duck Seasons for hunters with the Dove, Duck, Fishing and Varmint Package.
Is there a good motel or RV park nearby?
We recommend the Five Rivers Motel and RV Park at 555 U.S. Highway 69 in Leonard (903-587-5555), but it's always booked on opening weekend. The Leonard City Park RV has full uphooks and can be reserved by calling (903) 587-3334. Bonham State Park has RV spots available at 1363 State Park 24, Bonham, Texas.
Where is the nearest gun shop?
Richardson's Gun Shop is a full service gun shop located near the hunting fields at 3701 S. FM 816, Wolfe City, Texas and can be contacted by calling (903) 496-7747 or email at Vernon@Rguns.com.
Is spotlighting or night hunting allowed?
Never!
Do hunters always get their bird limit on the lease?
We cannot guarantee hunters getting their limit however, when hunters take the time to scout the many fields available, the success and productive hunting is increased. Year after year, the return rate of hunters is approximately 55-65%. These are usually the hunters having scouted the areas. Remember, there are thousands of acres to hunt and there is no placement of hunters, unlike many of the other leases advertised.
MORE QUESTIONS?
Please call or email. We will be glad to answer any questions you might have. We have heard just about every question that could be asked over the last 37 years!
