Half Cocked Lodge Presents
6th Annual
Freedom Hunt
October 22, 2026
Half Cocked Lodge · Mina, South Dakota
About the Event
Honoring Those Who Serve
Half Cocked Lodge is proud to host its sixth annual Freedom Pheasant Hunt on Wednesday, October 22, 2026. This is an appreciation event honoring the men and women who have served our country and those who continue to serve our communities.
This special hunt honors Veterans for their steadfast service to our nation and First Responders for their continued dedication to protecting and supporting the communities they serve.
There is no cost to participating Veterans or First Responders, but a valid South Dakota hunting license is required. Participation is limited to 20 hunters. If more than 20 individuals register, participants will be selected by a lottery draw. Early registration is encouraged.
Please share this page with any Veterans or First Responders you know who would enjoy a day of camaraderie, appreciation, and pheasant hunting.
Everything Provided
What's Included
The Freedom Hunt includes everything needed for a memorable day in the field — at no cost to participating Veterans and First Responders.
Event Details
Key Information
Date
Wednesday, October 22, 2026
Location
Half Cocked Lodge — Mina, South Dakota
Cost
Free for Veterans & First Responders
Requirement
Valid South Dakota hunting license
Capacity
Limited to 20 hunters (lottery if oversubscribed)
Registration
Early registration encouraged
From a Past Participant
Hear From a Veteran
"I was given the opportunity to go on a pheasant hunt by Mina, SD last fall. It was a great guided hunt that I enjoyed. We meet at the lodge for coffee and a safety briefing then driven to the fields for the hunt. I had my dog with me, but there were guides with their dogs — all dogs did a great job. The shooting was outstanding with lots of pheasants and comradery to enjoy. After the hunt we were treated to an awesome lunch. I had lost my controller for my dog's e-collar and the guides went back out to the fields and found it for me while we ate lunch, which I was grateful for. It was a great hunt which I would recommend to anyone who enjoys hunting pheasants whether young or old, able or disabled — all had a good time."
— Dennis Raml, Veteran
Register for the 2026 Freedom Hunt
Space is limited to 20 hunters. Contact Rod today to secure your spot or to share this event with a Veteran or First Responder you know.
Rod — 605.228.0128