501 Ranch Waterfowl & Crane Hunts

Experience a guided waterfowl and crane hunting trip in Uvalde, Texas with Speck Ops Waterfowl at 501 Ranch. This all-inclusive hunt is built for groups looking for a comfortable lodge-based experience with productive field time targeting seasonal ducks, geese, and sandhill crane opportunities.

Guests stay in the spacious bunkhouse and enjoy chef-prepared meals, cold drinks, MIGRA waterfowl ammunition, bird processing, and access to ranch amenities between hunts. The setup is well suited for private groups, families, and hunters who want a complete trip without having to manage the details.

• On-site amenities including skeet and trap range, 5-stand course, pistol and precision rifle range, bowling alley, fire pits, outdoor games, river access, kayaks, paddleboards, and bass fishing lake
• Included meals, snacks, cold drinks, ammo, and bird processing
• Private, guided experience with kid-friendly accommodations and activities

Arrive ready to hunt, relax, and enjoy a full-service ranch experience designed around quality time outdoors, comfortable lodging, and access to one of South Texas’ most unique private properties.

Check-in is anytime after 1:00 PM

Departure time is before noon on the last day of hunting.

Deposit: Speck Ops requires a 50% non-refundable, non-transferable deposit, to hold your dates. We'll confirm your dates once we receive your deposit. Your balance is due on or before September 1.

Cancellation: Speck Ops’ plans are based on how many hunters and guests we've booked daily. If someone must cancel, please find a sub. Speck Ops will gladly transfer the canceller's paid deposit toward your sub. However, in the event of a no-call, no-show with no sub, the client will forfeit their portion of the deposit to Speck Ops to cover incurred business expenses and lost revenue.

Groups: We require a minimum of 6 hunters to book a waterfowl package in any lodging option, 4 hunters to book a dove package in cabins or cottages & a minimum of 12 hunters to book a dove package in the bunkhouse.

Required licenses:

• Federal waterfowl stamp
• Resident or non-resident 5 day special hunting license 
• Sandhill Crane permit (If hunting waterfowl)
• Texas State HIP certification 
• Hunter’s Education Certification, unless born before September 2, 1971