Just to keep everyone updated, we just put out our first trail cameras of the year in hopes to catch a few good bucks we have been seeing around the lodge. One has already exceeded the 100″ mark with plenty of time to go. We ended up putting out the DCL Covert II cameras, and [...]
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Dear Whitetail Hunters,
Here at Heartland Lodge we have started a new month, which in turn brings us one step closer to deer season here in Pike Co, IL. With all of the rain we have had, our food plots have increased growth, by leaps and bounds. Along with that, we have seen some outstanding antler developement while making [...]
As summer hits here in Pike Co. IL, I am on the move. Here is a list of the upcoming shows that Heartland Lodge will be exhibiting at. Feel free to stop by the booths and see what’s happening.
Jacksonville Big Buck Expo, Jacksonville FL. June 19-21
Lakeland Big Buck Expo, Lakeland FL. July 10-12
World Deer and [...]
With the heat of summer upon us many people forget about the importance of scouting for the upcoming fall. This is the time of year when the bucks in your area are the most relaxed and the most visible. Often time’s hunters will wait until September to glass fields looking for bucks. By the time [...]
We have had a few cancellations here at Heartland Lodge during some of our prime hunting weeks. These spots will not last long, so if you have any questions or wanting a spot do not hesitate to call me at 217-734-2526.
Archery Hunts:
Arrive Sept 30, hunt Oct 1-5, and depart on Oct 6. Hunt cost is [...]
It’s getting ever so close to the 2009 Spring Turkey Season here at Harpole’s Heartland Lodge. As each day passes by, time seems to slow down and our anticipation of the up coming hunts can not be held back. By now most of the sheds have been scooped up and all of the food plots [...]
As I begin the 2009 season work on the farms, my first goal is to frost seed all of the existing food plot to make sure of an excellent crop this year. I can’t help but anticipate what will be see or harvested over any one of the dozens of food plots we have on [...]
Here at Harpole’s Heartland Lodge the 2009 season is in full swing. With all of the economic issues that are surrounding us today, I am looking forward to getting back out into the whitetail woods and chasing monster bucks around. To me, that is the ultimate stress reliever. What better way to take all the [...]
I just want to thank everyone that was a part of our whitetail season this year at Heartland Lodge. The 2008 season turned out to be a great one. We didn’t set or break any records but we created memories that will be forever told at the lodge.
Bill Hendrix is one that stands out [...]
As we start to wind down the 2008 season, we are very happy to say that it has been a terrific year! You, the guests, are the reason for our success. Word of mouth recommendations and repeat stays were better than ever. Heartland Lodge is fortunate to have many ‘Raving Fans’ promoting us to their [...]
