In addition, the ranch is only a short drive from Port Mansfield salt water fishing. Great day to be on the water. About Our Story Welcome Connect . Not to mention fabulous feasts that were fit for kings and some hang time with celebrities Matt Hughes, Larry Weishuhn and Jim Zumbo. Ranch located in South Texas since 1791, specializing in hunting and ranch operations. "My wife and I had such a great experience hunting nilgai on El Sauz Ranch. "Nilgai" means "blue bull" in certain East Indian dialects. Joined Dec 30, 2014 Messages 3,676. The meat is high on the list of desirable game meat. Trying to figure out how to describe this groups Mansfield trip. We are looking for bulls off at a great distance that are unaware our presence. Your next hunting adventure is in sight. Here's a couple of bulls taken by my big game hunting buddy and myself. Many of our customers who have hunted in Africa compare nilgai to cape buffalo in difficulty to kill. When not guiding hunters Charlie is a fishing guide through his Tail Chaser Charters based out of Port Mansfield, Texas. Nilgai also are known to cross the Rio Grande between the U.S.-Mexico border. - Terry and Merridy Sims . Hunting nilgai is addicting if you appreciate "the Hunt". Posted By: rsquared Re: Nilgai - 06/20/09 07:35 AM. Most stalks are ¼ to ½ mile some longer and may take an hour to get into position. Nilgai, originally from India where they are often called “Sacred Blue Bulls of india”, were first “liberated” into the lower Texas Rio Grande Valley in the 1930’s on the famous and spacious King Ranch. Any Texas youth is eligible to apply. Duck Hunting. amazon.com. Television. Offering guided: Dove Hunts; Duck Hunts; Hog Hunts; Nilgai Hunts; Discount Lodging; Try our Cast & Blast Special – This is the full monte trip! Both the dad and him set their PB’s on day one, but we had a few days to try and upgrade Evans again. Nilgai are tough, wary opponent. They taste damn good but all … I remember reading a post about Nilgai hunting. No places to show . Have a hunting dog? Each hunter is taken to a deer blind by one of several volunteers and call a number once a deer is taken down. What: Kenedy Memorial Foundation cabin site & hunting lease. Both were taken the same day on a ranch that borders the Laguna Madre near Port Mansfield. Some of the most exciting and unforgettable hunts are done out of the Lower Laguna Madre, which is teeming with wildlife and an abundance of waterfowl. Texas nilgai hunting expands with increased management of exotic species These current residents of the brush country are descendants of the first “blue bulls” from southern Asia that were transplanted on the famed King Ranch . The hunting experience was fantastic but what was even more fant astic and life impacting was to learn about the wonderful work Trinity Oaks performs. We also offer package Nilgai, Whitetail and Oryx hunts on nearby locations. Current City and Hometown. Specialties: HFF is an exclusive members only hunting/fishing club. Mansfield (most people discard the "Port") is isolated, at least when compared with most of modern Texas; the closest town of any size is Raymondville, 25 miles away down the road. His search for an animal that could thrive in the South Texas climate and produce a high quality, lean meat led him to the nilgai antelope. They were originally introduced to the King Ranch in the 1930's by a family member who decided that South Texas was a tough environment for cattle that had evolved in a cooler climate. Posted By: poisonivie Re: Nilgai - 06/26/09 04:29 AM. Members enjoy 50,000 private acres. During this week-long Heroes’ Celebration, the vets were treated to trophy Nilgai hunting and bay fishing excursions. If flying, please book airfare to Harlingen, Texas as this is the closest to both destinations of hunting. We provide anything you want to do in the outdoors and specialize in Nilgai Hunting. Oct. 18 - 20: Looks like the Boys of 78 will be gathering one more time. Nilgai can weigh up to 700 lbs., stand 4’5” at shoulder and be up to 6.6 ft long. If you want to do the cast a blast special then you will be staying in Port Mansfield, Texas which is a small fishing town in South Texas. A good repeat summer client brought down a father/son team, and we were blessed to walk into a good bite. Getaway Lodge at Port Mansfield, Texas is a professional guide service; environmentally conscious and wildlife responsible. Extra hunt days can be added to your hunt at $250 per day. apartment - $77 avg/night - Port Mansfield - Amenities include: Air Conditioning, Pets Welcome, TV, Satellite or cable, Parking, No Smoking Bedrooms: 1 Sleeps: 2 Pet friendly Minimum stay from 3 night(s) Bookable directly online - Book vacation rental 9421590 with Vrbo. The total amount of lease payments will depend on the per-acre agreement between the high bidder and the foundation. Getaway Lodge also offers the best dove, and duck hunting packages in the United States. very nice work. McAllen Ranch operates as one of the oldest continuously-owned properties in the United States. Thanks Jaime Torres and crew for helping out. Deer, Javelina, Nilgai, wild pigs, turkeys, and quail are some of the frequent visitors to Port Mansfield. texasoutdoordigest.com Reactions: Rocknreed. Nilgai are challenging to hunt, they have good eyesight, hearing and sense of smell and spook easily. You get a little bit of everything! Don’t forget to take your catch to the Windjammer where they cook it up for you! It was such an exciting and adventurous hunt. We comply with all Texas Parks & Wildlife Department regulations and do not tolerate unsafe gun handling or unnecessary impact on the landscape–we pack out what we pack in! The hunting lease option would include a $20,000 payment outright. To apply for the hunts, a youngster need to apply online with the Texas Youth Hunting Program at www.tyhp.org, create a youth hunting account, attend an orientation, pay a $100 fee and take a hunter’s education class. Shared via Amazon Photos . Next. New layout on our rooms. This property is also steeped in South Texas history, comprising over 28,000 acres. Box 180 Port Mansfield, Texas 78598 Javalina Hunt • Gate fee $250.00, plus $100.00 per Javalina. Photos by Capttain Ruby Delgado. Favorites. I did a Nilgai hunt a few years back just north of there, towards Port Mansfield and it was awesome. A great place to stay when you are fishing or hunting in Port Mansfield, Texas. Nilgai Antelope, also known as the Blue Bulls, were first introduced to Texas in the 1920s. nilgai, incredible migratory bird hunting, quail hunting with bird dog usage natural terrain, turkey hunting, and bass fishing. This is not the first event of this type put on by Trinity Oaks. Great kills. Shoot until you hit the limit! Our typical hunting tactic is to hunt Safari Style from high racked 4 x4 trucks driving slowly into the wind. The other property that we offer nilgai hunts is the El Sauz Division of the East Ranches, located on the edge of the tiny fishing village of Port Mansfield. At the same time, we look forward to a future met with many modern challenges. When hunting Nilgai, you will typically find Nilgai Bulls running in herds together, Cows and calves by themselves, except during Rut. With several miles of coastline along the Laguna Madre, this property is rich with native wildlife. Previous. We definitely hope to do it again soon!" Non-Hunters $125 per day. While the ranch enjoys the benefits of the "Big Ranch" surroundings, all necessary amenities are with 30 minutes in the Rio Grande Valley. Much more so than similar sized American game like elk. Port Mansfield outdoor events, activities and things to do. I shot mine in some scrubby dunes 1/2 mile from the beach and I imagine that's what alot of the refuge looks like.They are tough and hardy animals. Oct 13, 2020 #2 W. wind gypsy Senior Member. Close up of nilgai horn. Evan the 13 year old hung in there all day and is a pretty good stick. Happy hunting buddies, 2018 Nilgai hunt winner Craig McCallum and his guest, Paul Paleracio. Morning and afternoon hunts available. Bring him!! Find the best places near Port Mansfield, TX for hiking, camping, motorsports, water sports, where to hunt and The heaviest nilgai concentration occurs south of the Port Mansfield area and down into the Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge, which today offers drawn hunts for the exotics that feature an unlimited bag limit. The Nilgai Antelope is a large antelope (male’s average 500 lbs) with short, sharp horns. If selected, a hunt includes three meals, a sleeping quarter at the Port Mansfield Chamber of Commerce and an orange vest and hat. Our intense management program ensures there is plenty of nutrition and water for the game and only mature animals are hunted. When it comes to the actual pursuit that is nilgai hunting, expect to cover some territory and expect to take long shots – unless you catch a good dose of luck. https://blog.hornady.com/hunting-nilgai-in-deep-south-texas-d29743f6b69d The lagoon’s ecosystem is protected by the Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge and the Padre Island National Seashore as … South side boat (kayak) ramp. If selected, a hunt includes three meals, a sleeping quarter at the Port Mansfield Chamber of Commerce and an orange vest and hat. The Nilgai (Boselaphus Tragocamelus), an Antelope native to India that is hunted for trophies, can now be hunted in Texas with Texas Hunt Lodge. Other. Hunting the Nilgai. [87] Although blackbuck cause a similar problem, the damage caused by them is significantly lower as they merely break off young shoots. Many people with cholesterol problems choose to include nilgai meat in their diet because it has a very low cholesterol count. From Port Mansfield there will be a short 30-45 minute drive to where the Nilgai ranches are. Old Traditions & New Ideas Since 1791. Music. Hunting is conducted in a fair chase manner by spot and stalk, safari style or in permanent stands. Ireland Outdoors Productions & Obsession Tv. Hunting the shallow bays and flats of the lower Laguna Madre out of Port Mansfield, TX is a hunt that can’t be replicated anywhere else in the country. Port Mansfield Hunting Guides are the best in South Texas! Proudly the most successful exotic in South Texas, nilgai antelope range along the Gulf Coast of Texas from Baffin Bay to Brownsville and inland to Highway 281. 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