Argentina Dove - Sierra Verde 4 night

ARRIVAL "

"Note: This is a standard trip itinerary; should your trip differ from that below, you should have received a personalized letter from trek outlining your specific trip. Please contact us should you have any questions."

"Effective March 24, 2016 American citizens do not have to pay the Reciprocity Fee (before entering Argentina) they have been subject to for the last few years. Canadian and Australian citizens are still required to pay the Reciprocity fee prior to entering Argentina. Also make sure that the guns you take to Argentina are the ones that are listed on your Argentina gun permit. If you take the wrong guns, you will be charged for an additional permit."

"The preferred travel route to reach Cordoba Argentina is an overnight flight from the USA to Santiago, Chile, arriving the next morning. It is best if you can get some sleep on the way down as you will be hunting the next day when you arrive into Cordoba. Dinner, drinks, and a movie are available on the flight, but you will feel much better the next day if you get some sleep."

"VERY IMPORTANT: Please review your airlines website if you have any questions on baggage. Trek assumes no responsibility for excess luggage. For any questions regarding what you can bring as carry-on luggage please visit http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/prohibited-items"

" CUSTOMS & FIREARMS REGISTRATION "

"If you want to bring your shotguns to Argentina, you will need to fill out the U.S. Customs a Form 4457 Certificate of Registration for Personal Effects Taken Abroad. This form can be attained at any U.S. Customs office before your trip by presenting your firearms for this procedure. A copy should be carried in your gun case and a copy left at home. In addition to the Argentina Gun Information sheet provided in your final paperwork we do request you provide trek with a copy of the 4457 sheet. As of in January 2015 you will also need to register your semi-automatic guns with the Argentine Consulate (information for consulate papers is enclosed). You must have consulate papers to bring your guns."

" GUN - SHELL INFORMATION "

"The assortments of shotguns for rent are mostly 20-gauge Benelli Montefieltro semi-automatic and Beretta Silver Pigeon over and under (20-gauge & 28-gauge). There is no hunting lodge anywhere in the world that has the gun inventory of Portenita. In recent years Trek and H&H Outfitters have built a large inventory due to the tightening travel restrictions and the overall ease of traveling without firearms. If you have any questions in regards to gun rental or traveling with your firearm please do not hesitate to call us at the office. Shotgun shells are $12.75/box (20gauge) & $13.75/box (28gauge) at La Portenita and can be paid by cash or check. NO CREDIT CARDS."

" AIR TRAVEL ARRANGEMENT S "

"For air travel, we recommend LAN Airlines to Santiago, Chile, with a connection to a direct flight to Cordoba, Argentina. Some passengers choose to fly to Buenos Aires using American Airlines, Delta or LAN but that route will require changing airports to make your connection to Cordoba. As with all Trek trips, we can handle all of your airline arrangements from your hometown."

" BAGGAGE INFORMATION "

"VERY IMPORTANT: You are limited to two pieces of checked luggage, one carry on and a laptop / briefcase per person; this includes your gun case. The restriction on size of your luggage is 62 linear inches and 50 pounds per bag. Be advised that excess luggage (more than 2 bags) is expensive. Please check with your airline to confirm baggage regulations as they may vary."

For any questions regarding carry on luggage please visit : http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/index.shtm. or your airlines carriers website. To comply with current airline policy regarding the carriage of firearms, shotguns must be carried in a lockable hard-sided gun case and you are NOT permitted to bring shotgun shells into Argentina." RECIPROCITY FEE "

"Effective March 24, 2016 American citizens do not have to pay the Reciprocity Fee (before entering Argentina) they have been subject to for the last few years. Canadian and Australian citizens are still required to pay the Reciprocity fee prior to entering Argentina."

" FOOD

"The food in Argentina is excellent. Argentinean grass fed beef, served to the group, is world-famous for its quality. In addition, the lodge offers Italian dishes, pork, fish, chicken, salads and other culinary delights accompanied by the fine South American red and white wine from the Lodge’s cellar. Plan on adding a couple of pounds on the trip—it’s your vacation, after all! Argentinean wine and beer are also served at each meal. If you have any special requirements or food allergies, please do not hesitate to tell us."

" " " ACCOMMODATIONS "

"Sierra Verde is a luxurious, private lodge located in the small town of La Granja. The lodge sits high on a hill, surrounded by beautiful, well-manicured grounds. There are eight bedrooms, each equipped with private bathrooms and hot water. Sierra Verde features a private dining room, as well as a spacious living room with a welcoming fireplace and a huge swimming pool that is perched high above the rest of the property, offering"

"expansive views over the grounds. Another amenity is a brand new outdoor fire pit, a perfect gathering spot at night to swap exhilirating stories from the day’s hunt. Another fantastic outdoor spot for sharing a drink with your hunting buddies is the porch. For those that were not able to fully escape from work, the lodge is fully covered with WiFi as well. Laundry is done daily at Sierra Verde so keep this in mind when packing."

"Every essential has been anticipated for your comfort and we strive to make your stay is a memorable one with our courteous staff attending to any need you may have."

" WEATHER "

"Remember that Argentina is south of the equator and therefore seasons are opposite of the northern hemisphere."

"- Summer (December 21st – March 21st) is usually hot, with temperatures averaging 65F (18C) in the morning up to 92F (33C) at midday."

"- Autumn / Fall (March 21st - June 21st), the temperatures average 57F (14C) in the morning up to 79F (26 C) at midday."

"- Winter (June 21st – September 21st), is cold in the morning and late afternoon; temperatures will average from 34F (1C) to 59F (15C) respectively."

"- Spring (September 21st – December 21st), is warm, with temperatures averaging between 55F (13C) in the morning to 82F (28C) at midday."

"For your convenience, near your trip departure, please check the following link for a local weather forecast: http://www.weather.com/weather/today/Churqui+Canada+ARXX1337:1:AR"

" DOVE HUNTING IN CORDOBA "

"The Lodge is located in the northern part of Cordoba (found in central Argentina), where you will find the best Dove Hunting in the world. Cordoba is a fertile and productive agricultural area, and Doves thrive in its mild climate. Hunting season is open year round for these non-migratory birds. Eared Dove roost in the surrounding hills and mountains, but each morning will leave the roost to feed in the nearby fields. A population of about 30 million Doves can clean out a 100-acre field of corn, soybeans and sunflower in short order. The shooting will commonly be over cut wheat, sunflower, sorghum or corn. Normally, the Doves come in low and are in groups of 5 to 30. This is heaven for anyone wanting to shoot doubles, as flock after flock of Doves pour in all morning long. At times you can expect to shoot a minimum of 1,500 rounds per day. H & H Outfitter control over 20.000 acres of the best land in the heart of the prime roosting areas in Cordoba, Argentina.""

" TRIP ITINERARY "

"Although your itinerary may differ, the typical trip itinerary is as follows: Day 1: Depart the USA on Overnight flight."

"Day 2: Arrive into Cordoba and transfer to the lodge with a half day of shooting. Day 3-4-5: Shoot morning and afternoon."

"Day 6: Shoot in the morning and transfer back to Cordoba City to catch your flight out. Day 7: Arrive home into the USA."

"If you have any questions regarding your specific itinerary please refer to your personalized trip letter or give us a call at the office."

"A typical day begins with a wake-up call at 7:00 a.m. and a full breakfast is served. You will depart for the shoot around 8:00 a.m. Wake-up calls and departure times may vary a little, depending on the time of year and where you will be hunting that day. Most drives to the dove fields are 5-40 minutes from the lodge. As to how many shells each hunter will shoot, it depends on the hunter; most hunters can expect to shoot three to four cases of shells per day. Some days might be a little better, some days slightly less."

"Once the group arrives at the selected field, each hunter will be issued a pick-up boy and a case of shells. You will also have a dove stool stocked with cokes, beer and water to keep you refreshed. Most mornings will be very steady shooting over a harvested field or pass shooting."

"Where the group goes for lunch depends on how far the drive is to the field, weather conditions, and how much everyone wants to shoot. Obviously, the more time spent in the field, the more doves can be shot. Many days, you will enjoy lunch in the field. A nearby shady area is set up for an Argentinean-style barbecue, and past visitors know that one thing the Argentineans can do is have a cookout. You will enjoy grilled steaks, sausage, pork, fresh salads, bread and desserts. Water, soft drinks, and excellent local beers and wines round out the meal. If the group stays in the field, there are hammocks where hunters can lay down for a nap. On some days, you will return to the lodge for lunch and there will be time for a nap afterwards."

"Depending on how the birds are flying, your afternoon shoot will be in the same field. However, if the birds are not coming in to feed, it is possible that the group will change locations. Some afternoons, you will shoot the doves going back to the roost. Again, shooting should be very good, with the birds coming in flocks. Shooting lasts until late in the afternoon, generally between 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. After the shoot, the group will drive back to the lodge where there will be time for a drink and a hot shower before dinner."

"This is the itinerary followed on the full hunting days. The last day in the hunt area, the group will shoot all morning and return to the lodge for lunch. There is time to pack and rest up before we transfer to the Cordoba"

"airport and catch an early evening flight back to Santiago. You will then fly to the Santiago airport. Then you will again be in transit and connect with the late evening flight back to Miami, arriving in Miami the following morning."

" SUGGESTED CLOTHING "

"The clothes you need depend on the season in which you are traveling. We recommend that you bring regular tennis shoes or lightweight hunting boots for walking. The area does not get much rain, but it is a good idea to bring rain gear. Camouflage is permitted in Argentina, and we recommend that you bring it for hunting though colors such as light green, green or brown work as well. Depending on the types of shotguns you use, a good recoil pad is essential. Light gloves to protect your fingers and hands from loading so many shells are a good idea as well; even a golf glove will work. We also recommend bringing tape and Band-Aids, as your hands tend to get blisters from so much shooting. Ear protection is also a must have as well as bring a good hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and insect repellent. Evening Dress Code: Clothing is casual, slacks and sport shirt is all you need."

" MEDICAL INFO "

"Please check with your personal physician or the Center for Disease Control (1-800-311-3435 or www.cdc.gov) regarding inoculation for the area you are visiting. Any prescription medication should be packed in your carry-on."

" TRAVEL PROTECTION "

"We highly recommend that you consider purchasing a travel protection plan. Travelex is one option for customers who wish to purchase travel protection. In your Trek paperwork we have included a pamphlet outlining the coverage Travelex provides."

" CURRENCY "

"The currency in Argentina is the PESO, however it is not necessary to change money as dollars are widely accepted. To inquire about the exchange rate at time of travel, please check with your financial institution. The total amount due from your trip plus shells and incidentals can be fulfilled with a personal check or cash. CREDIT CARDS ARE NOT ACCEPTED AT SIERRA VERDE"

" BIRDBOY PAYMENT "

"Your contracted bird boy will be the same for each hunt duriing your stay. We suggest a payment of $60 per day which can be paid on the last day’s hunt in US Dollars (cash). If you feel the bird boy has performed over expectations, you can pay more but at your own discretion."

" GRATUITIES "

"Generally the group leaves a gratutity to the staff (maids, cooks, servers, etc.) at the lodge. Usually, $100.00 per hunter for each trip is suggested in US Dollars (cash).... You can tip the head guide at your discretion."

" ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES "

"For your convenience you can pick up your favorite type of drink at the Duty Free upon departure from your country or when you arrive in Argentina. Despite import restrictions we usually manage to carry: Absolut Vodka Blue, Ballantine’s Scotch Whisky, Jack Daniels, Bacardi Rum, White Jose Cuervo Tequila, Campari, Martini and Beefeater Gin. Other imported liquor is not readily available in Argentina so please bring it with you."

" ELECTRIC CURRENT "

"One thing to keep in mind, all electricity in Argentina is 220 volts. Most of the modern electronics like cellphones, iPad, iPod, camera chargers...etc can handle the 220v current but in Argentina the plugs are two round holes as apposed to our two vertical rectangluar ones. We reccommend grabbing a couple plug adapters that can be purchased at Radio Shack or other retailers. If you are unable to find any we do have a few at the lodge."

" LODGE CONTACT INFORMATION "

"Sierra Verde: 011-543-525-491-203"

"Trek USA Number: (904) 273-7800"

"Trek Reservations: (USA Number) (800) 654-9915 E-MAIL: trek@treksafaris.com"

"For any other request, please contact Larry or Joe in the Trek office. By email, contact Larry at larry@treksafaris. com or Joe at joe@treksafaris.com If you wish to speak with them by phone, please call one of the Trek numbers above and you will be transferred accordingly."

"MOST IMPORTANT RELAX & HAVE A GOOD TIME!!"

"SUGGESTED PACKING LIST"

"• Bags and suitcases"

"• Daypack"

"• Luggage IDs"

"• Passport / Personal ID / Driver’s License (including photocopies)"

"• Airline Tickets"

"• Emergency contact information"

"• Wallet and cash"

"• Credit/ATM Cards (set up for international use)"

"• Check book"

"• Correspondence related to the safari"

"• Copies of anything prepaid to outfitter"

"• Tooth brush, Tooth paste and floss"

"• Razors and Shaving cream"

"• Shampoo / Deodorant"

"• Lip balm and sun screen"

"• Any Medications you are taking"

"• Prescription Eye glasses (and a spare)"

"• Reading glasses"

"• Sun glasses"

"• Flashlight & batteries"

"• Headlight & batteries"

"• Camera & memory cards"

"• Camera batteries and charger"

"• Rain Jacket (camo)"

"• Hunting Boots (hiking boots style is fine)"

"• Hunting Pants/shorts"

"• Hunting shirts (warm weather shirt)"

"• Camp Clothes (pants, shorts, shirts - very casual)"

"• Camp Shoes (flip-flops, Crocs, tennis shoes)"

"• Swimming Trunks (for pool during warmer months)"

"• Shooting Gloves"

"• Ear Plugs (www.seetheshot.com)"

"• Shooting Shoulder Pad"

"• Shooting Glasses (www.seetheshot.com)"

"*LAUNDRY IS DONE DAILY AT THE LODGE*"

"For all of your eye and ear protection needs on your hunt, we suggest contacting our friends of Ragsdale & Martin Optical at www.seetheshot.com or 903-593-8466."