Finally bought my own hunting property! 💰
After years of lease fees and crowded public land, I pulled the trigger on 40 acres in Oklahoma. Best decision ever! Did tons of research on affordable hunting states and wanted to share what I learned:
Top budget-friendly regions I researched:
1️⃣ Southwest (OK/TX) - Sub-$3k/acre, incredible variety from whitetail to wild hogs, desert to grasslands
2️⃣ North (MN/WI) - Record-book whitetail country, lakes and forests, strong conservation programs
3️⃣ Southeast (TN/GA/AL) - Timber ground keeps costs low, legendary turkey country with strong hunting culture
4️⃣ Midwest (IN/KY/OH) - Rising trophy whitetail reputation, mixed timber/farmland, great investment potential
5️⃣ Heartland (KS/NE) - Prime pheasant habitat, crop income potential, wide open spaces
My 40-acre Oklahoma tract cost $2,800/acre with established food plots, creek access, and tons of sign. First season produced my biggest buck ever - beats paying $15/acre lease fees forever!
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