New Year for Duck Hunting and More with Los Gauchos Outfitters

Whew! Almost time for duck hunting in Uruguay AND Argentina. Los Gauchos is excited for 2010. Time to celebrate. Opportunities abound for Uruguay and Argentina hunting trips, based NOT on pocketbook or experience. Los Gauchos Argentina and Uruguay hunting trips abound based on YOUR bird hunting wishes for a good wingshooting or waterfowl hunting trip.

Limber up those wingshooting skills and muscles. No need for pasting on a smile, it will come automatically with the volume and quality of hunting in Argentina and Uruguay. Anticipate great bird hunting - ducks, doves, pigeons, and Perdiz. Now contact Los Gauchos and we wish you a happy 2010 and look forward to celebrating 2010 in a duck blind or dove shooting field in Argentina or Uruguay.

Gosh all the options for Uruguay hunting? try this to narrow your choices: URUGUAY HUNTING LODGES

Gosh what about Argentina? well -- have fun checking out the sites:

Argentina Macarena Lodge

Argentina Estancia Estero

Posto del Norte - Argentina Dove Hunting

Happy Hunting Holidays - Uruguay Hunting -Los Gauchos Outfitters-Argentina Hunting Too!

Happy holidays to all of the Los Gauchos clients that we have met and to those future wingshooters and waterfowl hunters, Los Gauchos Outfitters looks forward to seeing you in Argentina or Uruguay.

Our 2009 was great and we really look forward to 2010 -with more destinations in Cordoba, Argentina --yes, dove shooters rejoice! Los Gauchos not only has great options in Uruguay for high volume doves, but now we have several options in Cordoba for those wanting to visit Argentina and take advantage of the most do before you die wingshooting trips. Los Gauchos now offers Argentina duck hunting and pigeon hunting along with the every popular doves out of the same lodge.

Ever heard of Buenos Aires? We know you have and we know the non-hunters in your circle of family and friends have - so they will be on board to head to Buenos Aires for the cuisine, wine, and shopping while one hour away you will be in the field experiencing the unique and fantastic Argentina duck hunting.

Los Gauchos is still abundant in Uruguay. Have no fear, if Argentina has become a "has been" for your hunting group, then just head 50 minutes east to Colonia or 1 hour by air to Montevideo, Uruguay and while in another country, it will be a different hunting world. The country of Uruguay is a small but very ample in farmland and rice fields, so duck hunting in Uruguay is by our favorite word: "awesome".

Uruguay also has the high volume dove hunting, pigeon hunting and Perdiz hunting over bird hunting dogs that will give you the opportunity to experience the peaceful, safe, excellent hunting in Uruguay.

Los Gauchos is blessed to be a huge resource and supplier of the best bird hunting trips in South America. We continue to hold the hunting passion and look forward to passing on the sport and adventure to future bird hunting enthusiasts,

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to you and yours and we now can start the shopping and packing for either the dove hunting in Argentina or Uruguay or get ready for the Uruguay and Argentina duck hunting season. Come join Los Gauchos - you will be glad you did.

SALE with Los Gauchos Outfitters and Argentina Dove Hunting ---Sale meaning FREE!

OK few things --with the holidays and SALES everywhere...how about a SALE on Cordoba?

Well, Los Gauchos clients are good and we think you deserve a SALE like no other for Cordoba doves.

SALE "a special disposal of goods at lowered prices.."--as always Los Gauchos likes to think outside the box and our SALE does not just include lowered prices but how about a price of ZERO - that's right FREE!

Los Gauchos Cordoba Doves now include 2000 free shells.

So contact us today --and what a great way to start the new year, in Cordoba with high volume dove hunting...

Los Gauchos is here to make sure you understand OUR meaning of SALE --FREE!

*not all destinations available with this special and limited availability.

Have a GREAT holiday season and Los Gauchos Outfitters looks forward to seeing you in Argentina OR Uruguay for some dove hunting, duck hunting, pigeon hunting and/or Perdiz hunting.

Let us know, we will grab our favorite rod and reel and meet you on the water for some dorado fishing too!

Los Gauchos Outfitters (800) 420-8707 toll free info@losgauchos.com

Los Gauchos Outfitters

Argentina Dove Hunting

Ready for the Holidays and Hunting?

Hunting meaning dove hunting and planning for another awesome duck hunting season in Uruguay. Los Gauchos Outfitters has been prepping for winter but winter in Uruguay, which starts May 1st and lasts until the end of August.

Now, for those who can't wait....doves are always in the roosts and Uruguay dove hunting is outstanding this time of year. It is spring like weather and the holiday season in South America is a great experience.

Wingshooters and their families can experience the warm hospitality of the world's best dove hunting lodges and estancias.

The holiday season is a time for families and dove hunting in Argentina and Uruguay provide the perfect destination for a multigenerational trip. No matter the interest, there is something for everyone in Argentina and Uruguay.

The wingshooter, no matter the age or skill level or experience, will have a chance to shoot high volume doves. Dove hunting is such a great wingshooting sport to share with your young bird hunters or those that taught and showed you the benefits of bird hunting.

For the females who are not wingshooters, and don't worry, we KNOW the top wingshooters are many times are sportswomen! But there are wine tours, shopping like you are in Paris, and tango shows that will amaze you. After viewing the popular show "Dancing with the Stars" one should see where tango dancing began. Both Argentina and Uruguay claim the introduction of tango dancing and one see a tango dance by just walking through the various outdoor markets.

Contact Los Gauchos Outfitters today to plan your holiday dove hunting in Argentina or Uruguay. Uruguay -Argentina dove hunting trips are sure to inspire, enthuse and reconnect a group of family and friends.

Today Los Gauchos Outfitters sits down (we don't do that often..) to give thanks to all the Veterans who serve this country.

Los Gauchos Outfitters is honored to have had many veterans as guests of ours in Argentina and Uruguay. We enjoy having the privilege to have them come down and enjoy a wing shooting, waterfowl or angling experience that many have on their list of hobbies.

While our list is vast of the veterans we have had down to Uruguay and Argentina, this past season Los Gauchos Outfitters was honored to have: General James Daniel, Major James Kopp, Petty Office 1st Class Marcus Luttrell as guests for the 2009 season in Uruguay.

While these men are just a few of the thousands of men and women that serve our country, the stories and admiration for veterans is beyond words. As having had the honor to sit and talk after a great duck hunt or dove hunt in Argentina and Uruguay with several Los Gauchos clients that served in the military, I sleep better at night and realize what a great country we have and how much we all need to not only thank veterans on November 11th, but everyday for the service they provide or have provided.

Los Gauchos Outfitters salutes you!

Los Gauchos Outfitters-a few notes from owner and duck hunter, George Criddle

In this tough economy, businesses need to find new ways to hold on to their clients business and loyalty. Customer loyalty has been more than a saying at Los Gauchos since the day we opened our doors--it has been the lifeblood of our continued growth and success.

So it should come as no surprise that we have been quite proactive to combat the decrease in demand due to the lagging economy. By streamlining our operations using new software and IT solutions (going completely paperless), we can now bring you the same great wingshooting and fishing trips for twenty percent less in most cases.

Even though our clients have always raved about our brochures and videos, we find that they appreciate saving 20% of their total trip cost and the inclusion of shotgun rental and gratuities in the final package much more than they enjoy the brochures and DVDs.

Not having to do business with the U.S. Postal service, our graphic designers, and our video editors has lowered our costs dramatically, and our new SalesForce and PaymentTech software gives us the ability to do much more, with far fewer employees.

The most important factor is how this is going to help you. Give us a call today, and visit our over 50 satellite websites--featuring some of the best outdoor photography and video on the web--and a virtual tour of the lodge where you are interested in staying.

Beretta, Benelli, and many other industry leaders count on Los Gauchos to deliver amazing wingshooting trips each year that offer the best combination of value and quality--and you can too.

Contact us today to find out more. It costs nothing for you to do it, and it is certainly worth your time.

Happy Halloween Los Gauchos Outfitters!

So great to have Halloween on a Saturday for all the young wingshooters and waterfowlers to take a break after hunting and go and get some treats.

Saturday is also the day for U.T. Longhorn football. Great story about Jordan Shipley, who loves hunting and also singing. An outstanding country musician who has just released a track that is sure to hit the music scene of Austin AFTER he shows off his football talents, which he has done week after week. Jordan Shipley and fellow friend and player Colt McCoy are also avid wingshooters and anglers.

This Uruguay hunting blog is focused on Los Gauchos Outfitters and hunting so yes, we will tie in hunting to this "plug" about the U.T. football players. Jordan Shipley and quarterback Colt McCoy are active during hunting season. They also enjoy the sport of fishing and Uruguay is a perfect destination with hunting season May-August and fishing available anytime. In fact there is a fantastic video showing the U.T. Longhorn players on a bass fishing boat and just throwing a pass like they do week after week for the winning U.T. Longhorns.

Los Gauchos has a lot of athletes, military men, country music stars and tv hosts as their guests in Uruguay and of course we look at all of our guests as superstars and celebrities and give each and every wingshooter, waterfowler, and angler the superstar treatment.

Good Luck Longhorns, Happy Halloween, and Happy Hunting - don't forget Los Gauchos is actively booking for the 2010 season for duck hunting season in Uruguay. Don't let those available slots in the duck hunting blind get passed you. Our office is open and ready to talk about Uruguay duck hunting. (800) 420-8707 or info@losgauchos.com

Uruguay Duck Hunting - the future and the determination to be the BEST !

While these athletes have the determination and the ability to be winners, Los Gauchos Outfitters wants to showcase and talk about the determination of what goes into Los Gauchos Uruguay Hunting.

We have fantastic leaders, guides, hosts, office staff and more that are all a major part of the Uruguay hunting trip. And as the photos above should amaze you (the subjects could not be any better! But the photographer could not be any less than one of the best!) Los Gauchos also puts a lot of time and effort into showcasing the Uruguay hunting with professional photos, top ranked hunting professionals as guests, top web design professionals (Los Gauchos uses Oz Internet Marketing - one of the world's leading internet marketing resources), and the best equipment and guns (Benelli, Beretta, G&H duck decoys...).

We know Uruguay is a long way from the U.S. and for those taking time to experience the Uruguay hunting, the best should be given. Los Gauchos is again, not only a long time tradition and company that has placed Uruguay hunting on the map and in the magazines and on t.v. and on You Tube now (www.youtube.com/losgauchosoutfitters and www.youtube.com/adventurixtv), we are also travelers, wingshooters, watefowlers, and guests of lodges.

We still have the determination that these fine athletes pictured above have, and Los Gauchos is proud to be number one in the Uruguay hunting world.

Contact us today and we may be on the soccer field, volleyball field, duck blind and we are in the office too!

Have a great weekend, enjoy the fall weather in the U.S. and start to think warmth in Uruguay and Argentina as they gear up for spring and dove hunting.

Uruguay Duck Hunting - Los Gauchos Outfitters - FOOTBALL - exciting times....

Well, today is a Saturday and yes, Los Gauchos Outfitters is open. Remember we are duck hunters and Saturday is another good day for duck hunting. We are in the office though today since the Uruguay and Argentina duck hunting season is over and the U.S. duck hunting season has not yet opened. Soooo, we prep for the duck hunting seasons and watch some good U.T. football.

Uh oh, we hope. While sometimes U.T. does not play like they should or do they have a good day on the football field, Los Gauchos Uruguay duck hunting has a great record and I think we are the National Champions for Uruguay Duck Hunting. No question.

Our M.V.P is the owner and long time duck hunter, George Criddle. He has spent countless seasons and time in Uruguay on every inch of Uruguay and found some of the best Uruguay duck hunting areas. His associations and affiliations with the best duck hunting professionals and that is what is takes - professionals to operate the duck hunts and provide some of the best duck hunting trips for Los Gauchos clients.

Of course football and travel would not be complete with a support season, so while we don't have twelve cheerleaders at the airport every time you depart for your Uruguay duck hunting trip, we do have a support team and good energetic folks that are nearby to assist with your travel plans and details of your Uruguay travel.

Contact Los Gauchos Outfitters today - after another U.T. win --and get the information you need for the 2010 Uruguay duck hunting season. Phone (800) 420-8707 or email: info@losgauchos.com

Uruguay Hunting for 2010

Los Gauchos Outfitters is ready for the 2010 hunting season and Uruguay is the place.

Guess what Los Gauchos Outfitters has done? LOWERED our prices! Yes, you read that right. While prices seem to be rising and financial stories bleak, Los Gauchos Outfitters likes to be positive and do things out of the "ordinary" but to benefit YOU the hunter.

Remember, Los Gauchos are travelers, hunters, and customers too! So, take a look at the new home page of Los Gauchos Outfitters www.losgauchos.com and check out the new LOWER prices for Uruguay Duck Hunting, Uruguay Dove Hunting and Cordoba Dove Hunting.

Contact Los Gauchos Outfitters today or just do some searching on the web...you can't get very far without seeing our destinations and seeing where we put a lot of time and work....providing the BEST duck hunting, dove hunting, and travel to Uruguay and/or Argentina.

See you in the duck blind or in the dove fields.

Los Gauchos Outfitters is proud to provide fishing as well as hunting year round.  While duck season is over until May 2010, our dove and pigeon hunting trips are available and with springtime weather coming to Argentina and Uruguay, now is a perfect time to hunt doves and/or pigeons in Argentina or Uruguay.  Spring is also a great time for dorado fishing in Uruguay.  These fresh water fish are fun to fish - active and abundant in the waters that separate Argentina from Uruguay.

Los Gauchos Outfitters has several websites showcasing the lodges and the hunting and fishing trips.  Take advantage of some of the international flights that are on sale now before the holiday season.  And know that many of our lodges are American owned and equipped with satellite service for all the football games!  

Enjoy you fall while Los Gauchos enjoys the fall weather one week and spring in South America the next week...but always enjoy watching University of Texas Longhorns and LSU Tigers no matter where we are.

Contact Los Gauchos Outfitters today - we look forward to having you down as our guest in Argentina or Uruguay for outstanding hunting and fishing.

Well, here we are the beginning of September. Dove season has started in the USA and don't forget in Uruguay and Argentina the doves are available year round so no big starting day for dove season in Uruguay or Argentina. School has started back...we wait (some of us..) for cooler weather and college football every weekend.

Los Gauchos is proud to have a weekend or 2 before pheasant hunting in South Dakota to sit back and watch the U.T. Longhorns take on anyone and win. Los Gauchos Outfitters is also busy booking reservations for the 2010 duck hunting season in Uruguay. We had a fantastic 2009 season, lots of ducks, professional guides, and great hosts, food, service and times in Uruguay.

Los Gauchos Outfitters looks forward to the 2010 season and don't forget that doves are high volume and fill the sky in Uruguay year round. Come on down and enjoy the South American country of Uruguay.

New Show with Los Gauchos Outfitters and Uruguay Hunting Trips

Sorry we've been away, no not the "dog days" of summer,  we've been duck hunting in 50 degree weather in Uruguay and managing our 2010 duck hunting groups that are getting a good head start on the 2010 Uruguay duck hunting season ...and yes, Argentina too!  

But we know our clients enjoy watching "The Real Housewives of New Jersey, New York, Dallas, and all the other cities that showcase reality tv shows..."  NOW, a REALITY show for hunters - Beretta's Wild and Raw and the 2 that host it?  Shooting professional Scott Robertson and Navy Seal Marcus Luttrell who has an amazing story (

Lone Survivor

- Marcus Luttrell) But we know our clients enjoy watching "The Real Housewives of New Jersey, New York, Dallas, and all the other cities that showcase reality tv shows..."  NOW, a REALITY show for hunters - Beretta's Wild and Raw and the 2 that host it?  Shooting professional Scott Robertson and Navy Seal Marcus Luttrell who has an amazing story (Lone Survivor - Marcus Luttrell).  Now these 2 showcase the fun of wingshooting and hunting all over the world and since they want the best in hunting where did they film the show?

Of course, Los Gauchos Outfitters in Uruguay with George Criddle.  So we are proud to show you a clip of the 2009 Beretta's Wild and Raw tv program featuring Uruguay Perdiz hunting with George Criddle and Los Gauchos Outfitters.

PS by the way --we now have our own youtube channel - youtube.com/losgauchosoutfitters

And we  are BIG fans of  Adventurix - and they keep us entertained and ready to see the world fishing and hunting --check out their channel too - Adventurix YouTube Channel

Enjoy!  Stay cool and we've found the best way to do that..book a flight to Montevideo via American Airlines and hit the duck hunting blinds.  Pack your warm clothes--really!

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Hunting .....Uruguay - Gaucho Style

If you guessed Uruguay as my choice for hunting (duck, dove and Perdiz), you're right on.  There are several reasons most important is the volume and consistent good hunting experiences in Uruguay.  As more and more people look at international travel with disdain, I want to ease your mind and give you some good reasons why you should look at Uruguay and understand why it is just about as easy and cost just about the same to hunt in Uruguay as it does in the far reaches of the Dakotas.

First, to get to Uruguay.  The main international airport in Montevideo, Uruguay is serviced by American Airlines.  The American Advantage program is popular and if you need to add to your mile base of need a way to use your million miles, plan on the flight from Miami to Montevideo.  Miami? You say, wait, I'm from Texas and we fly out of DFW....of course using American, based there and best there.  Well, hang on.  Miami is currently the only city that has a direct flight to Montevideo, Uruguay.  The 767 plane departs at 11:10 PM in the evening, so plenty of time to get to Miami.  And hey, add some Florida fishing or beach time in Miami before your Uruguay hunt.  Just a suggestion.

You arrive into Montevideo and it is easy to clear customs and prepare to hit the fields the afternoon of arrival.  The time difference is only one hour ahead of the East Coast.

Perdiz hunting is a low volume but truly a great experience.  The work of the dogs and seeing the professional Uruguay hunting guides and then testing your shooting skills with the Perdiz makes for a great Upland hunt.

Uruguay has great cuisine and we know you've heard of wine in South America...well, Uruguay is full of vineyards and most of the wine stays in Uruguay, so enjoy the excellent wine of Uruguay.

Now, for the heavy hitting action.  DOVES!  You just have to book your flight to Uruguay to see the greatness of Uruguay dove hunting.  Unbelievable.  I'm short of words (!)  Just unbelievable.

The people of Uruguay are very welcoming as Uruguay has high literacy and many Uruguayans learn English in school and love to communicate with visitors in English as well as teach you some necessary Spanish.  

Mas cartuchos!  Meaning MORE SHELLS!  Yes, you will need for the Uruguay dove hunting and duck hunting.  

I hope this gets you excited as I love hunting in Uruguay and continue to go back and show bird hunters what hunting is about...birds, no limits, and ease of getting to the duck hunting blind or dove hunting field.

See you in the field....Los Gauchos Outfitters

Duck hunting in Uruguay at the best lodges - Los Gauchos Outfitters

Duck hunting in Uruguay at the best lodges - Los Gauchos Outfitters

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It is finally Friday!  With most our readers experiencing triple digit Sahara like weather...oh, yes, the Sahara doesn't have humidity like many places in the U.S. ...Los Gauchos Outfitters is not ready to make enemies.  But the high today is 60..feels like 47 right now.  Yikes!  Had to be honest and let you know that duck hunting and dove hunting and cool weather in the midst of July can be done.  See how and why by viewing one of our many resource web sites on Uruguay dove hunting.

And while much of the news has focused on the high price for visiting South America (check out the bills and consequences of Mark Sanford's "hunting" trips...), Los Gauchos provides a reasonable if not very affordable way to travel to Uruguay for outstanding duck or dove hunting. Many of our destinations are perfect for the family (hint: bring your non-hunting spouse).

Los Gauchos likes the blogs and  book clubs to focus on how good the value for what you get in Uruguay is compared to the U.S. and definitely to any place in Europe and how nice the country, people, food, wine and hunting is...not some politician and their unpopular trip to Argentina. 

So, enjoy your weekend, start looking at the calendar and contact Los Gauchos Outfitters with questions.  Pack a sweater and enjoy Uruguay and the bird hunting it offers!

Fireworks, Argentina and Breaking Hearts and Hunting Records....

The title will hopefully catch some readers attention.  Probably not those that look to Los Gauchos for their hunting and fishing resources and trip plans, but with the news and blogs and media outpouring this week Los Gauchos Outfitters is keeping up with the trends and current news stories.

First, the fireworks.  Many will be celebrating the 4th of July with fireworks, music, barbecues and family and friends.  For those 16 or so wingshooters and duck hunters who are staying warm and experiencing some outstanding hunting in Uruguay, you may also get to share in the festivities with fireworks and barbecues.  

Argentina and Uruguay are famous for celebrating any and all holidays with fireworks.  The barbecues are also famous in South America and you will not see Oscar Meyer but fresh, premium beef and lamb and home grown vegetables cooked over an open fire or parilla.

Breaking hearts - this topic was a top media topic and associated with Argentina how could we miss using it?  Really, the only way to make this a good trendy piece of news is to report that the newly engaged Jonas brother is planning his honeymoon in Uruguay with Los Gauchos at one of our many Uruguay hunting lodges.....stay tuned.

Have a great holiday weekend!  From all your fans at Los Gauchos Outfitters

Summer Heat and South America Duck Season--

Many waterfowl and wingshooting enthusiasts are trying to find the good in the summer heat. Well, just think of the good times many of the Los Gauchos clients are having in Uruguay (oh, did I mention the HIGH temp is about 55?) during the prime duck hunting season. Uruguay duck hunting season is in the middle of an amazing season. Lots of ducks, lots of shotgun shells, lots of opportunities (2 times per day in the duck hunting blind) to see and shoot ducks in Uruguay.

The Uruguay duck hunting season ends at the end of August and we are booking for 2010 season.

But, don't worry, if you schedule can't get you away until September or October..and in many areas it is still warm, Uruguay has dove hunting opportunities that are unbelievable.

See some of the action at Los Gauchos tv for the duck hunts that will have you packing your warm clothes today.

Flights are easy to come by out of Miami direct to Montevideo, Uruguay and again, the duck hunting in Uruguay is out of this world.

Check out more information and pictures about Uruguay duck hunting with Los Gauchos : Uruguay Ducks, Uruguay Duck Hunting, or Uruguay Hunting Outfitters.

Come join the fun in Uruguay for some duck hunting or plan to visit Uruguay this fall (Uruguay's spring) for dove hunting unlimited...lots of doves, unlimited shooting and great hunting group fun.

Happy Father's Day from Los Gauchos Outfitters and THANK YOU for being a DAD

George T Criddle - a dad 

Happy Father's Day to all the Dad's out there and especially to those who share the sport of wingshooting, waterfowl hunting, and fishing with their sons and daughters.

Los Gauchos Outfitters continues to have the privilege of sharing the Uruguay duck hunting and Uruguay dove hunting with fathers and sons (and we do continue to see more daughters joining their dads in Uruguay for shooting sports...). What better way to promote and talk about the importance and the value of sharing the shooting sports and fishing sports with your dad or with your son and / or daughter.

Los Gauchos Outfitters had a few weeks with grandfathers, fathers, sons, son-in-laws all sharing the duck hunting lodge and creating memories of duck hunting that will last a lifetime. Our newest location in Colonia, Uruguay had the honor of hosting a young wingshooter who got to experience the Uruguay dove hunting with his dad for his 10th birthday.

Dads have such an important role and hunters and anglers get to see the spirit and role of a dad early on. From learning the skills and perfecting your shooting and fishing skills to learning the importance of safety and respect for the outdoors, your dad is the mentor most hunters and anglers remember. And while dads can be tough, the tough love is the best love. Dads are so important - the role of a man and the honor and respect for the outdoors that dads provide is something Los Gauchos Outfitters appreciates.

And finally to close a major accomplishment of GT Criddle (1939-2008), a terrific dad who had numerous major accomplishments from sports to military to flying to family. But, one of his most important accomplishments  "...raising great children that never let me down...".

And his accomplishment continues to be seen at Los Gauchos Outfitters with an owner who strives to work hard and provide the best service and example for all.

Los Gauchos Outfitters would like to take this day to thank George T. Criddle for instilling the example and words of "you can" into the owner, George W. Criddle, who sets a good example for all of us who share the honor of working and seeing his courage, hard work, and "CAN" attitude everyday.

THE GAUCHO of Los Gauchos Outfitters

George Criddle - THE Gaucho of Los Gauchos Outfitters

Los Gauchos Outfitters has been operating in Argentina and Uruguay for several years. But, who is Los Gauchos? And Uruguay? Where is Uruguay and duck hunting in Uruguay is it really that good?

Well, YES. Or as they say in Argentina and Uruguay, si claro!

So read on and visit some of the various websites that have good information about Uruguay duck hunting, Uruguay dove hunting and Uruguay hunting trips.

The duck hunting in Uruguay has been fantastic and as you can see from the super shooter above, the doves have been numerous (millions..to be precise) and all day everyday in Colonia, Uruguay.

The food and wine in Uruguay is outstanding and with hot summer weather that makes it hard to think to be outside for long, how does 40-60 degrees sound? Oh, don't forget the nice glass of red wine and the outstanding beef, lamb, and unbelievable dulce de leche deserts that are common in Uruguay.

Los Gauchos Outfitters is proud to offer destinations in Uruguay that include duck hunting - and first class duck hunting with loads of ducks and lots of fun for a July or August duck hunt! Hard to believe it can be done. So pack your bags, log onto American Airlines (currently the only airline that has a direct flight from Miami to Montevideo), and check out the packing list --hey, good reason to make a trip to Bass Pro, no?!?

So --everyone enjoy your weekend. Los Gauchos Outfitters is here..we enjoy our job and so we are here on the weekend - and with technology, we maybe in the duck blind or by the fire enjoying the South American cuisine. But, we will get right back to you!

Later!

The World of Los Gauchos Outfitters....

The World of Los Gauchos Outfitters ...





Whether it is a flight delay or a change of plans, Los Gauchos is proud to be here to make sure one thing stays constant and consistent. LOS GAUCHOS and our service.

Los Gauchos has the privilege of hosting Olympic gold medal winners to a highly respected warrior that has earned the Congressional Medal of Honor for heroic actions in Afghanistan. A professional baseball player and country music writing sensation, Los Gauchos tips our hat to these awesome clients and what we consider part of the Gaucho family.

But, our family is large and continues to grow! Every client, whether a shooter or non-shooter is important to us and we tip our Los Gauchos cap off to you all! Enjoy your summer --or winter as we continue to wake up with flocks of ducks, millions of doves, and great cool afternoon of Perdiz hunting in Uruguay.

Let us hear from you! And look for us..we have several sites online regarding Uruguay duck hunting, Uruguay dove hunting, Uruguay dorado fishing, Argentina duck hunting, Argentina dove hunting, and Perdiz hunting...check us out.

Duck Hunting..is it a job or a passion?

I often find myself wondering, what have I gotten myself into?  Especially about this time during duck hunting season in Argentina and Uruguay.  

After growing up in Texas and spending many memorable moments in the front seat of a red FORD pick-up on the A-Bar Ranch I gained much needed knowledge. As the youngest and only girl in my Popo's circle of grandchildren, I thought I could herd cattle and knew all there was to know about hunting and fishing.  Well, welcome to South America, the 21st century new era of duck hunters.

Now, it can be like herding cats in the rain.   But, having the privilege of reaching Uruguay and being a part of the duck hunting season down there, it is pure excitement.

Uruguay duck hunting is like the "good ole days" and with ducks that act like they went to OU (ahem, they come right into the decoys, no educated ducks here in Uruguay...) and fully baited fields, the duck hunting is nothing but outstanding.

So as I herd the troops and assist with getting all the gear , all the arrival information, and most importantly a big smile showing my enthusiasm for this sport, let the duck hunting season begin in Uruguay.  

Have a good hunt, be safe, and enjoy the sport-and time in Uruguay, life is too short to worry about a flight delay or a missed email.  The duck hunting in Uruguay will provide a memory you will never forget.  

And as I often have to remember, "the perils of duck hunting are great--especially for the duck" (Walter Cronkite).  

Uruguay Dove Hunt with Marcus Luttrell and George Criddle of Los Gauchos Outfitters

Wow.

Only word or thought that I can come across right now. What a great day, Memorial Day, to have Petty Officer First Class Marcus Luttrell join owner/outfitter George W. Criddle of Los Gauchos Outfitters for some dove, duck and Perdiz hunting in Colonia, Uruguay.

While this blog is focused on the hunting and fishing adventures that Los Gauchos shares with other bird hunters and anglers, today the focus is different.

A extension of gratitude for the service of Luttrell and the men and women who give and gave so much so that we can enjoy freedom daily.

Los Gauchos wants to remember and honor those who have done their duty to protect our freedom, as God allowed them to see that duty.

Los Gauchos is honored to have such a hero arrive in Buenos Aires and travel to Colonia for some Uruguay bird hunting with George W. Criddle. Marcus Luttrell's book, Lone Survivor, was a New York Times bestseller and describes the detail of surviving after his Seal team was killed.

Abraham Lincoln says it best: "Gold is good in its place; but living, brave, patriotic men, are better than gold."

To all the military men/women, Los Gauchos thanks you and are grateful for your service and strength.

Watch a slide show dedicated to our military personnel--click on the image or link

http://www.losgauchos.com/bird-hunting-slide-show.html

And watch the Versus Channel for the Wild and Raw series with co-hosts Marcus Luttrell and Scott Robertson as they take on Uruguay wingshooting along with George W. Criddle and Los Gauchos Outfitters. Take 'em!

Colonia doves and Uruguay ducks.....good week.  

Los Gauchos Outfitters week of duck hunting in Uruguay has been GREAT!  Over 130 ducks per day.  What's more is this group is made up of family and friends, so to enjoy the best duck hunting in South America in May with good friends and family is priceless!

Now, onto Colonia, Uruguay where the doves are flying high and low and just keep coming.  The dove volume is massive and the dove hunters enjoy the volume, the shooting, and the fun of being in Colonia.  This is an historic town that is welcoming fall and winter, so the weather is great, the number of doves is unbelievable, and the food/wine and service is outstanding.  

Enjoy the pictures that will be coming soon of the 2009 Los Gauchos Uruguay Duck Hunting season and the 2009 Los Gauchos DOVE and PERDIZ hunting season...and for those who know Los Gauchos...the dogs will have their time in the spotlight, no doubt.

Uruguay Hunting...enjoy the best of South America

Uruguay! The little unknown country that is neighbor to Argentina and Brazil is a gem in the world of bird hunting. High volume doves and high volume ducks make up this small country (about the size of Oklahoma). I just got back from visiting Los Gauchos Outfitters and their new lodge in Colonia and let me tell you, AMAZING. While bad news seems to be the highlight on tv these days, in Colonia, Uruguay you will step back in time and have to adjust to RELAXATION with no traffic, not a lot of technical gadgets and people. The hotel was like picture I have seen of the European countryside and the people were so nice and accomodating.

Now for the Uruguay dove hunting ---do I need to mention numbers. How about doves, doves, doves, doves...multiply this by 1000. This is one afternoon of dove hunting in Colonia, Uruguay.

I want to go back since Uruguay Perdiz hunting just started May 1st. Oh, and since I am surrounded by Texas duck hunters, Uruguay duck hunting season just opened and that seems to be the discussions around here: Uruguay duck hunting and how soon can we get on American Airlines flight 989 for Montevideo and out in the duck blind the same afternoon?

Uruguay hunting....more stories and images of the outstanding season coming soon.

Hunting in Colonia, Uruguay

Colonia, Uruguay is the oldest city in Uruguay and a quaint town with original cobblestone paved streets and shops that are full of handmade leather goods. Colonia is easy to get to by a large fast ferry that takes only 50 minutes from Buenos Aires. The hunting is phenomenal in Colonia. You will not see a lot about the awesome bird hunting in Colonia. Most sites and outfitters highlight the Uruguay duck hunting and dove hunting in the northwest part of Uruguay as well as the northeast part of Uruguay.

Colonia is located just across from Buenos Aires and about 2 hours north of Montevideo. The dove hunting is available year round and is high volume. Thousands of doves fill the sky and the roosts are concentrated in Colonia. Colonia also offers Uruguay Perdiz hunting and duck hunting. Uruguay Perdiz hunting and Uruguay duck hunting is available May to August 1st and in combination with the high volume dove hunting, provides a fabulous mixed bag hunting trip in Uruguay. To get complete details and pictures of the accommodations about dove hunting in Uruguay and specifically Colonia, Uruguay visit: www.dovehuntinginuruguay.net

Almost time for some Duck Hunting in Uruguay

April 27, 2009

One week before the beginning of the Uruguay and Argentina duck hunting season.  Los Gauchos is geared up and ready for another good season.  While the economy continues to leave us all unsure, one thing is for sure.  Duck hunting is good in Uruguay and Argentina.  Travel to South America could not be better with airfares dropping and the dollar strong in Buenos Aires and Uruguay.  

Los Gauchos newest destination in Colonia looks to be a popular one.  Flying to Buenos Aires, enjoying a great steak dinner with outstanding malbac or wine from the Mendoza area and then taking the fast ferry (50 mins) to Colonia, Uruguay for high volume dove hunting and Perdiz hunting.  For those that question "hunting"--remember doves are in such high numbers in Colonia and the doves are damaging to the fields and crops in Uruguay.  Enjoy Colonia with its European style and cobblestone paved streets in addition to the high volume dove hunting and upland Perdiz hunting.

Los Gauchos has a lot of new things in the works and we look forward to keeping you up to date about fishing and hunting in South America (and Mexico and Bolivia).

Happy Birthday to the Los Gauchos Gal in Houston---

Uruguay Wingshooting and Duck Hunting with Los Gauchos

Welcome to the Uruguay Wingshooting and Duck Hunting with Los Gauchos Outfitters.

While we still offer bird hunting in Argentina (and fishing!), Uruguay has taken off and we continue to enhance and add to the Uruguay wingshooting and waterfowl hunting trips.

Check our various websites and for specific information about a lodge or destination send us an email or contact us for the website.

Uruguay Duck Hunting

Uruguay Dove Hunting

Uruguay Perdiz Hunting

Uruguay Pigeon Hunting

Argentina Duck Hunting

Argentina Dove Hunting

We look forward to hosting you in Uruguay for your hunting or fishing trip.