
Twenty years in the Carolina field. We know the land, the game, and what it takes to put you in the right spot at the right time.
Over 10,000 acres of managed private land across the South Carolina lowcountry and upstate. No public-land pressure, no crowds.
Every guide on our team has 20+ years in the field. They know the terrain, the patterns, and how to get you on game.
Lodging, meals, field transport, game processing, and trophy prep. We handle the details so you can focus on the hunt.
Lab-trained retrievers for waterfowl and pointer dogs for upland bird. Our four-legged partners make every outing count.
From trophy whitetail to fast-paced duck blinds, we offer guided experiences for every season and skill level.
3-Day Guided • Rifle or Bow • 2-4 Hunters • Private stands on managed food plots and hardwood ridges.
Spring Season • 2-Day Guided • 1-3 Hunters • Run-and-gun calling through longleaf pine and creek bottoms.
Half-Day Guided • 2-6 Hunters • Flooded timber and rice field blinds with trained retrievers.
Night Hunt • Thermal Optics • 2-4 Hunters • Year-round on active feeding areas and travel corridors.
South Carolina seasons vary by species and weapon. Here is a quick look at when to book.
| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitetail Deer | Open | — | — | — | — | — | — | Bow | Bow | Peak | Peak | Peak |
| Wild Turkey | — | — | Peak | Peak | Open | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Duck & Waterfowl | Open | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Peak | Peak |
| Dove | Open | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Peak | Open | Open | Open |
| Wild Hog | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open |
| Quail / Upland | Open | Open | Open | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Peak | Peak |
Dates are approximate. Contact us for exact season dates and availability.
Repeat clients are our best advertising. Here is what they have to say about hunting with Ironside.
“Best whitetail hunt I have ever been on. The guides put us on deer every morning and the lodge was top-notch. Already booked again for next November.”
“Took my 12-year-old son on his first turkey hunt. The guide was patient, knowledgeable, and made it an experience we will never forget. He got his first gobbler.”
“The duck hunting here is as good as it gets east of the Mississippi. Flooded timber, well-trained dogs, and limits before 9 AM. We bring our whole crew every year.”
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