About Turkey
Population Boom
Illinois Spring Turkey Season is right around the corner! Due to the Cicadas our turkey populations have exploded!!
Counties
If you are looking for that trophy Tom, We have a few spots remaining in each of the following counties: Montgomery, Morgan and Bond County.
Tags
Morgan and Bond County normally have over the counter tags available for purchase starting March 11th. Fully or semi guided 3 day hunt with lodging $950 per Hunter or 5 day hunt for $1250. Call or text with any questions. Ask about the multi hunter discount!
About upland preserve
Cover
We manage 1600 acres of prime habitat, our fields are a mix of manicured grasses with no corn field or milo strips! Experience a better hunting experience where you can see dogs operate at their full potential!
Field Size
Our fields range from 12-60 acres with larger fields available at booking. You can count on easy walking in nearly every field!
Group Size
With our vast acres of hunt able property up to 36 hunters can be accommodated. Maximum of 5 hunters per field. Accommodations may be available larger groups.
Lodging
The lodge is set on a quiet property, sleeps 10 comfortably and has a private bathroom in each room. We also have a house available that will accommodate 4. There is a two night minimum for either location.
Private Rental
We offer full access for corporations, field trial clubs and organizations.
Note: To hunt, we require a blaze orange hat and vest.
About Deer
Location
One of Illinois' best kept deer secrets is in Montgomery County…Timber, lakes, crops and white tail genetics are strong here! 100's of Free Range Trophy mature deer are harvested yearly!!! After years of studying the population, properties and availability we have opened for 2024 Outfitting.!
Low Pressure
Trophy Time Outdoors is a very low pressure operation. We aren't looking for numbers of hunters we are looking for clients with a passion for harvesting mature trophy deer! Archery Hunts start Oct 1st. when the big deer are pattern able. You decide on a 3 or 5 day hunt, we provide lodging, guide, transportation and OPPORTUNITIES!!!
Our Philosophy
Why Trophy Time over other outfitters?? Our philosophy is quality over quantity, we don't want to pressure the the trophy deer. Less hunting offers higher big buck chances! We know the land, the deer patterns and where to be and when.
Lodging
Your deer hunt includes lodging in one of our fully furnished cabins (sleeps 4) or at the main lodge (sleeps 10)
Types
We offer Archery, Archery/Gun combos and doe only hunts. Price per hunter, Permit not included in pricing.
Booking a hunt
SCHEDULE
Call or text (217)720-2901 Tell us how many birds you want set Ask for a guide(if you want one) Schedule a date and time
PRE-HUNT
11 Lakecrest Ln. Hillsboro, IL Sign in & pay Listen to a quick safety intro Have a cup of coffee
HUNT
Head to your field Unload the dogs Load the guns Get ready to have some fun
Membership highlights
Standard
$300
Access to homing pigeons, training fields, training equipment, and a pond for water work from April 1st to March 31st at no additional charge. Enjoy a 10% discount on all game birds. There will be a limited number of memberships offered
Business/Corporate
Private Agreement
Treat your clients, employees, and friends to a fantastic hunting experience! Our friendly staff will welcome your group to the clubhouse, provide an excellent guided field experience, and delicious table fare. We will take care of you from start to finish and you will have access to all of our amenities!
2025 memberships available April 1st 2025 to March 31st 2026.
Memberships are not required to hunt during regular season.
Turkey Pricing
Call or text with any questions. Ask about the multi hunter discount!
3 day hunt
$950/ hunter
5 day hunt
$1250/ hunter
Preserve Pricing
We pride ourselves in having some of the lowest prices & packages in the industry.
Quail
$12/ bird
Chukar
$17/ bird
Pheasant
$24/ bird
Huns
$25/ bird
Deer Pricing
We offer Archery, Archery/Gun combos and doe only hunts. Price per hunter, Permit not included in pricing.
Archery Oct 1st-8th
$1995-2495/ hunter
Archery Oct 9th-18th
$2295-2795/ hunter
Archery 19th-27th
$2695-3195/ hunter
Archery Oct 28th-Nov 5th
$3000-3700/ hunter
Archery Nov 6th-12th
$3000-3700/ hunter
Archery/Gun Combo Nov 20th-Nov 24th
$5000/ hunter
New for 2023-24
Dove Hunting special
Starting September 5, 2023 we are offering a Dove Hunting package! Hunts last 1/2 of a day for a group size of 4-5. Snacks and refreshments are included.
Non-Member Rate
$300/ group
Member Rate
$250/ group
New for 2024
Sunday Afternoon special
Keep your barrels warm with our Sunday afternoon special! This new special includes 40 quail! Hunts last 1/2 of a day for a group size of 4-5.
40 Quail
$400/ group
Contact & Location
Address
11 Lakecrest Ln.
Hillsboro, IL 62049