Outdoorsman Exchange Explained

Outdoorsman Exchange is your alternative to guided outfitters where hunting and fishing enthusiasts can trade excursions, either with a hosted or un-hosted exchange.

A hosted exchange is when you and your exchange partner host each other with a hunting or fishing excursion. Un-hosted exchanges are when you trade excursions at a time that's convenient for both parties. Learn more about Hosted vs. Un-hosted Exchanges

Not sure you are comfortable trading a hunting or fishing excursion with a stranger? Just remember you won't necessarily be trading with a stranger. Before you trade excursions you will already have exchanged several e-mails, talked on the phone, shared some photos of your successful hunting and fishing excursions, and swapped stories. By the time you host or trade excursions, you won't be strangers anymore. You'll be trading excursions with someone who shares the same interests you do.
Learn more about getting to know your exchange partner

There are advantages to trading excursions:

• You have a better chance of a more successful hunt than if you were to venture on your own
• Your exchange partner will be familiar with the area and can take you to the best areas
• If you choose to do a hosted exchange, you are basically getting a guided hunt/fishing excursion for free
• An un-hosted exchange will give you more flexibility and freedom
• Depending on what you work out with your exchange partner, your lodging might be free

Every exchange relies on building a relationship of mutual trust. Communication is key and will help minimize misplaced expectations. Be honest and considerate to your exchange partner. If you are hosting each other, be sure that you're prepared by having the proper gear, your gun sighted in, and that you're physically able to handle the terrain. Learn more about preparing for your exchange

The first thing you will want to do is make a list of the types of hunts or fishing you'd like to try along with a list of the places you'd like to go. Then figure out some dates of when you want to go and how long you'd like to stay. To achieve a successful exchange quicker, keep your options open and don't hesitate to add other places and other wild game to your list. Keep in mind, it takes time to complete arrangements for an exchange, so allow plenty of lead-time.

Before, your hunting or fishing experiences may have been limited to your area due to the expense of guided outfitters or hunting public land. Now, by joining Outdoorsman Exchange, your possibilities are endless. You can try new hunting or fishing adventures without the expense of a guided outfitter. You'll enjoy meeting new people who enjoy the outdoors and share the same interest for the sport you do. An exchange is at your fingertips, literally. Go ahead, give it a try and join today. There's an abundance of outdoor adventures waiting for you. Sign up today!