Scott Croner - Nebraska Hunting Company

Merriam's Turkey Hunting Is For Everyone

2011-01-13T10:50:00.000-08:00

"My trip to Nebraska to hunt turkeys with Scott Croner in May 2010 turned out to be one of the greatest hunting trips I have taken. The accommodations where excellent and Scott's knowledge and abilities made this trip memorable. Scott is the hardest working guide I have ever encountered, and his drive to provide a successful and enjoyable hunt is second to none. Scott thanks again for the great hunt and look forward to hunting with you again."
Ron Bieterman

Mueller Recommends Scott Croner Both Personally and Professionally

2011-01-01T12:15:00.000-08:00

It’s been my pleasure, as member of Nebraska Hunting Company Hunting Club, to have frequent encounters, over the last two years, with Scott Croner. Thanks to his assistance and advice—I’ve had TWO DREAM SEASONS! The Club has a diverse membership of military and civilian personnel, and under Scott’s leadership, it all works together as one unified group, even to the point of assisting other customers. Scott epitomizes the very best in an outfitter and guide! When he tells you what equipment you need, he’s right on the mark; and when he tells you where to look for a particular type of game, believe me that’s where you’ll find it! Scott truly likes people and works well with everyone, especially kids and others requiring a little extra help, ensuring that one and all have a great hunting experience. One that is as pleasurable, comfortable, safe, and successful. I don’t know of single person that has gone away dissatisfied!
Scott is a hard working individual, and a man of the utmost integrity dedicating himself to ensuring his customers receive the best value for their dollar and have a safe, successful hunt. He judicially safeguards the environment and works diligently with land owners to ensure everyone has a win-win experience! On the occasions that I met landowners, when with Scott, they treated us like family. Scott is the type of person that people are drawn to and instantly trust—in my experience, this trust is well founded! During the time I have known him, Scott has extended himself far above and beyond what anyone could ever expect, and it’s my privilege to say I know and have hunted with him. I call him “My Friend”!

If you want a really great hunt and singularly satisfying outdoor experience, call Scott!

Sincerely,
Jim Mueller
THE HAPPY HUNTER!

Ellis Scores On A Big 8 "Nebraska Trophy Whitetail" With Scott Croner And The Nebraska Hunting Company

2010-12-30T05:04:00.001-08:00

After going Merriam's turkey hunting with Scott Croner in May and tagging out I knew I had to go on a deer hunt with him when the opportunity came up. I booked my deer hunt for muzzleloader season the second week in December. After talking to Scott several times on the phone before I arrived I was very excited about what he was telling me he had been seeing. I arrived in Nebraska City mid afternoon and was greeted by Scott. He took me to a spot on the edge of a soybean field and said he had been seeing a 140-150 class buck in the area along with some 130 class bucks. Two hours later I caught a glimpse of a big buck walking a ridge across from me. I grunted and he turned and walked right towards me. I guess buck fever set in because I made a bad shot and hit him in the gut. Scott and I blood trailed him for a little while that evening but decided to back out when we ran out of blood and lost light. The next morning I was happy to see Scott had two other people with him to help us find the deer. It took us about an hour and we found him the biggest buck I've ever taken a 144" 8-pointer. I've hunted with 6 different outfitters in my life and Scott Croner is the best I have hunted with. I already have a deer hunt booked for next deer season and plan on booking many more.

Ellis, Villa Rica, Georgia

John Elashik - Dreams of Nebraska Merriam's Turkeys

2010-06-12T07:02:00.000-07:00

Scott,

I wanted to say Thank You for everything you did for my dad and me to make such a memorable hunt. Your knowledge, experience and willingness to get on turkeys is second to none. If someone would have told me I would be getting charged by huge Tom at 20 yards once he saw the fan you carry, I would have called them a liar. It is an experience and memory my dad and I will have for a lifetime. Also, we were both amazed on the amount of turkey we saw. We never thought we would see over 200 birds in 2 days. We are already counting down the days to next years hunt!

John Elashik

Spring Turkey 2010 - WOW

2010-06-11T06:29:00.000-07:00

Well I think the answer has been provided "YES" 2010 was better than 2009. There was gobbler around every corner and on every hill.

Spring Snow Goose Guides and Hunts - Squaw Creek - Mound, City MO

2010-01-06T13:00:00.000-08:00

We will kick off the 2010 snow goose season in Mound City, Missouri don't miss it.

Feb 20 -March 15, 2010

http://www.snowgooseguides.com/
402-304-1192

Merriam's Spring Turkey Hunt 2009

2009-12-11T12:39:00.000-08:00

Opening Weekend April 17, 2009

2009 Merriam's Spring Turkey Harvest
87 Gobblers / 28 Days / 40 Clients

Pheasant Hunting Equipment - Checklist

2009-09-26T09:49:00.000-07:00

Pheasant Hunting - Clothing

The fields you'll be walking through are not manicured, they have stickers, briars and some wet spots. Designer jeans will not survive, but if your kids need them ripped up we can oblige. A sturdy canvas or hunting trouser is what you want. You will see many hunters wearing trousers with a reinforced canvas front and they seem to work well. I have worn tennis shoes while hunting; however, the price you pay are wet feet with stickers in them and usually socks filled with seeds and trash. Better to have a pair of low boots that are well broken in.

This is a social event for some groups, you know best if you need to keep up with the Jones. Your guides will be wearing walking boots, jeans, flannel and a jacket dependent on the day. Some type of orange clothing is required during hunting; this may be a hat, vest or shirt. Temperatures range from 40-70f during the day; evenings the temp drops to freezing some nights. A shirt or sweat shirt combined with a light jacket allows you to adjust layers as the temperature changes.

Shooting glasses are recommended. They protect your eyes from brush, accidents and, depending on the color, can at times enable you to pick up the bird faster.

Bring ear plugs or muffs. You may not want or wear them during hunting, but most people do some target shooting in the morning or evening.

Bring a quality shears or scissors if you intend to clean birds-it helps. Also, plastic bags if you're transporting the birds.

Below are some check lists that people have used in the past.

What to Bring Checklist

Waterproof hunting jacket. Be prepared to dress in Layers. Temperatures vary from 10 to 85 degrees.
Waterproof hunting boots (Be sure to have them broken in to avoid blisters)
Waterproof pants and canvas front pants
Waterproof gloves/shooting gloves
Protective Eyewear (Available at Outfitter shop)
Blaze orange shooting shirt, vest, or cap (Available at Outfitter shop)
Hard-side locking gun case
Gun (12 or 20 gauge, recommended. We provide shells for 12, 16, & 20 gauges only.)
Casual clothing
Bring lounge clothing and bathing suit for lake
Camera, batteries and film
Camoflauge gear if waterfowl hunting

Pheasant Hunting

PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR
Brush Pants
Orange Cap and Vest
Shell Vest or Shell Belt
Long Underwear
Well Broken in Boots
Overshoes or Waterproof Boots
Wool or Leather Gloves
Hooded Sweatshirt or Hunting Jacket
Flannel Long Sleeve Shirt
Rain gear
Camera/Film
Heavy coat if in cooler months

Waterfowl Hunting

The Above Marked Items plus
PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR
Wool Socks
Insulated Boots
Camouflage Insulated Hat or Cap
Insulated Gloves
Camouflage Insulated Coverall or Coat & Bibs

Merriam's Turkey Hunting - Simply the Best

2009-08-05T11:22:00.000-07:00

"Some of the Best turkey hunting I have had in my life. I saw over 30 turkeys a day and we harvested our 4 tom turkeys in 20 hours. Turkey hunting unlike anywhere in the United States."

Wallace Fennell
Camillus Knifes - Rock hill, North Carolina

"The mixture of rolling hills, wide open terrain and dense cover of central Nebraska, provides a truly unique Turkey hunting experience. If your in search of the Turkey hunting experience of a lifetime, your search has ended. I highly recommend Scott Croner and his associates at the Nebraska Hunting Company.

Rob Swords - Plant Manager
Worthington Steel - Columbus, Ohio

Nebraska Merriam's Mania With Scott Croner And The Nebraska Hunting Company By Brandon Wikman

2009-07-15T21:29:00.000-07:00

Realtree: Community: Nebraska Merriam's Mania: "Nebraska Merriam's Mania

By Brandon Wikman, Bass Pro NGX Team

The rumors tucked away in the Sand Hills of central Nebraska hold more truth than told. Deep in this picturesque valley of cedars, sand and lofty hills, is a sought after secret of the mystical Merriam’s turkey.

Plenty of the country hunted was open, but the birds have a propensity to find and use available cover to their advantage.
The time-crazy world hasn't changed the background of the old ranch town I stayed at. As I passed through the hundred yard main street strip of not-a-whole-lot, I soon became familiarized of what the little town was known for from the camouflage jackets and cowboy hats worn by the locals. I marveled at cattle ranchers stringing barbed-wire fence by hand for miles, while others admired their massive prairie burns. I felt as if I were taken back to the cowboy days and imagined the covered wagons trekking across the desolate land. Sod houses from the 1800's still stood amongst the canyons and withheld their enduring beauty throughout years of erosion.
THE GRAND QUEST
Although, the scenery and generalization of the Sand Hills inspired my historic inner-feelings, I was there to conquer the last species of turkey for my Grand Slam quest and face the secrets head-to-head with Nebraska Hunting Company, a nationally acclaimed outfitter from the heart of Nebraska."

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