Trophy whitetail hunts
Our specialty. Pursue trophy whitetail with experienced guides on a carefully managed Hill Country ranch. A personal approach keeps the focus on your hunt, from the first outing to the last light.
Harper, Texas · Trophy whitetail hunts
The hunt
of a lifetime.
The best client relationships are built away from the boardroom.Private hunts and Hill Country hospitality.
Est. 2009Texas Hill CountryPrivate hunts · Lasting connections
The JDG Experience · Est. 2009
It starts with
an invitation.
You’ve talked projects, schedules, and numbers. Now give the conversation a different setting. Bring your clients to the Hill Country, share the anticipation of the hunt, and return to the Lodge with a story that didn’t start in a meeting.
Founded in 2009 by James D. Gibson, the ranch sits in the rolling hills of Gillespie County, between Fredericksburg and Kerrville. A hunt with James brings together experienced guidance, a carefully managed herd, and a genuine Texas welcome.
Find your hunt
Trophy whitetail
The moment
you came for.
Heavy antlers. Watchful eyes. The stillness before a deer steps into the clearing. This is the pursuit at the heart of JDG Ranch.
Hunting at JDG Ranch
Choose your pursuit.
Exotic game
Have a different pursuit in mind? Ask about red stag, axis deer, and other exotic game. Availability and arrangements are confirmed with the ranch.
Corporate & group hunts
Bring your clients, business partners, or leadership team. Talk with us about a custom package built around your group, your hunt, and your time at the Lodge.
The deer of JDG
Some moments
stay with you.
Oak cover. Open country. Last light. There’s no substitute for being here.
After the hunt
Good hunting.
Even better company.
The day doesn’t end when you leave the field. Return to the Lodge, settle in by the fireplace, and pick up the conversation. With room for up to 15 guests, your group can spend less time going separate ways and more time together.
Up to15guests hosted comfortably
Lodgeon-ranch accommodations
- Skeet shooting range
- Fishing pond
- Hill Country views
- Group gathering spaces
Between the hunts
The hours
between the hunts.
There’s room to do more—or to do very little. Spend an afternoon at the pond, test your aim at the skeet range, or let a good conversation run long under the pavilion.
View full size ↗A slower paceCast a line.
Cast a line.
Slow the pace.
Take a break by the fishing pond and enjoy a quieter side of the ranch. Ask us about fishing during your stay.
View full size ↗A friendly rivalryA little competition.
A little competition.
A lot to talk about.
Keep the friendly rivalry going at the skeet range. Ask us about arranging a session for your group.
Lodge living
Shared living and dining spaces keep your group together when the field day is done.
Fireside evenings
A stone fireplace and comfortable seating set the scene for stories from the hunt.
Outdoor gathering
Covered pavilion seating brings the conversation outside.
Room to breathe
Rolling hills, native oaks, and open Texas skies. A welcome change of pace.
From the ranch
Get to know
the ranch.
The ranch, the hunt, and the Hill Country from above. Take a look around.
Use the play and sound controls to watch.
JDG RanchThe land
In the FieldThe pursuit
Ranch from AboveDrone footage
Beyond the hunt
The best client relationships are built
away from the boardroom.
Your invitation to JDG Ranch
The next invitation
is yours.
Start with your preferred dates, group size, and the hunt you have in mind. We’ll discuss hunt availability, Lodge accommodations, and a custom package for your group.
Call the ranch832-703-9200Start a conversationjdgranch2020@gmail.com1250 Wendel Road
Harper, Texas 78631
Harper, Texas 78631