Gardner Camp provides the area's only non-profit hunting program that is focused solely on youth. Our 540+-acre camp features habitat carefully managed for wildlife and provides state-of-the-art blinds tailored for youth to experience a successful hunt. We specialize in providing unique, once in a lifetime experiences for youth in four areas of hunting--waterfowl, deer (archery and shotgun), dove, and pheasant. We emphasize keeping our group sizes small so that our attention can be focused on youth and creating memories that last.
ENROLL FOR A HUNT AT GARDNER CAMP TODAY!
Youth may ENROLL for a hunt at Gardner Camp. Preference is given to those who have not already participated in the specific hunt. Youth must meet the following qualifications to apply:
- Must be 12 years of age at time of hunt
- Must have completed Illinois Hunter Safety Education Course (or other state equivalent)
- Must have an adult (21+) mentor to accompany youth on the hunt
- If 18 years of age, must still be in high school
- Must be from Adams, Pike county of IL or surrounding counties (including Missouri)
Applications are continuously accepted. Deadline to apply for the current year hunting season: August 1st. Lottery Drawing Date: August 15st. Placement letters will be emailed and should be received by August 15th.
Youth are responsible for their own licenses and tags. Gardner Camp hunts are guided and we furnish heated blinds, snack/meals, transportation to/from blind, cleaning facilities and instruction.
Questions? Contact Gardner Camp at 217/242-3534 or email:Â [email protected].
For more information and details on each type of hunting, click below.
