Dominican Wingshooting at Casa de Campo

Published on November 2, 2023
Duration: 18:01

This video documents a wingshooting adventure at Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic, focusing on dove hunting at Rancho Peligro and driven pheasant and partridge shooting. It highlights the unique experience of European-style driven game shooting in a Caribbean setting, contrasting it with traditional UK and US hunting styles. The content emphasizes the challenging flight patterns of the birds, the heat of the climate, and the overall sporting experience offered by the location.

Quick Summary

Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic offers a comprehensive wingshooting experience, including dove hunting at Rancho Peligro and European-style driven pheasant and partridge shooting. The location provides a unique blend of traditional game shooting with a tropical Caribbean setting, though shooters must contend with intense heat.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Dominican Wingshooting
  2. 00:20Casa de Campo and Rancho Peligro
  3. 00:31Dove Hunting at Rancho Peligro
  4. 01:46Dove Species and Bag Limits
  5. 02:36Johnny Carr of The Dove King
  6. 03:19Excitement of Dove Shooting
  7. 04:17Driven Pheasant and Partridge Preview
  8. 04:30Driven Game Shooting Explained
  9. 05:06Challenging Dove Flights
  10. 05:49Worth the Wait: Dove Hunt Success
  11. 06:20Anticipation for Driven Game
  12. 06:36Driven Game Shooting at Casa de Campo
  13. 07:00Typical Driven Shoot Day Structure
  14. 07:20Unique Caribbean Driven Shoot Experience
  15. 07:54Helicopter Transport to Shoot
  16. 08:12Shooting Game Without Tweed
  17. 09:12Intense Driven Game Shooting
  18. 10:06Heat and Shooting Challenges
  19. 10:17Caribbean vs. UK Shooting Atmosphere
  20. 11:06First Drive of Driven Shooting Complete
  21. 11:25The Picking Up Team
  22. 11:50Moving to the Next Drive
  23. 12:12Spanish Rules in Shooting
  24. 13:06Dominican Republic Beauty and Beer
  25. 13:22End of Season Heat Impact
  26. 13:59Fast and Furious Partridge Shooting
  27. 14:09A Test of Skill and Endurance
  28. 14:35Amazing Experience and Differences
  29. 14:52Post-Shoot Drinks and Clays
  30. 15:10Reflections on the Shooting Experience
  31. 16:05Making the Most of the Resort
  32. 16:16Comprehensive Shooting Offerings
  33. 16:31A Shooting Man's Paradise
  34. 16:39Farewell to Dominican Adventure
  35. 17:12Thanks to Casa de Campo Team
  36. 17:37Thank You for Watching

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of wingshooting are available at Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic?

Casa de Campo offers a diverse range of wingshooting experiences, including dove hunting at Rancho Peligro, European-style driven pheasant and partridge shooting, clay shooting, duck shooting, and pigeon shooting. They also feature a high tower for sporting clays.

How does driven game shooting in the Dominican Republic compare to traditional UK shooting?

Driven game shooting in the Dominican Republic emulates the English style with birds driven over guns on pegs. However, it offers a unique Caribbean twist with warmer weather and a more relaxed atmosphere compared to the often more formal UK shoots.

What are the main challenges faced by wingshooters in the Dominican Republic?

The primary challenge is the intense heat, which can be physically demanding and test a shooter's composure. Bird flight patterns can also be unpredictable, requiring adaptability and quick reactions from the hunters.

What is Rancho Peligro known for in terms of hunting?

Rancho Peligro is the hunting property at Casa de Campo specifically dedicated to dove hunting. It features specially planted cover plots designed to attract both mourning doves and white-wing doves for an engaging shooting experience.

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