Testimonials

Here is what some of our hunters have said about The Country Lodge.
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I have the pleasure of knowing Matt Duffy and his family. I have yet to meet anyone from Gallatin or White County Illinois that doesn’t know Matt or his family and have nothing but good things to say about them. You will not meet a guy that knows his whitetails any better than Matt and specifically the whitetails in this area. Matt not only knows what is happening on his farms, but also keeps track of what is going on in the area with his network of friends and acquaintances. Matt spends countless hours monitoring his deer with scouting cameras and has a history of many of the bucks on his farms. You can always bet that if you see a buck on one of Matt’s farms, he’ll have a picture of him and have a good idea of who that buck is.

The Duffy’s have some great land for whitetails. The Gallatin and White County Illinois river bottoms have been producing giant bucks for years and the Duffy farm is no exception. They are growing some fantastic bucks. I have seen first hand the caliber of bucks they are seeing and killing. When Matt told me he would be building the lodge and outfitting some hunts, I was really excited for him. I know everyone will be happy with The Country Lodge and the Duffy’s hospitality. I would also be willing to bet that there will be many opportunities at some really nice bucks as well. Good Luck and feel free to call me as a reference if needed. (317-506-2772)

Mark Lyon, Hunting Lease Network

Matt and Martin Duffy have created a little piece of heaven with the Country Lodge. Excellent lodging in the heart of big buck country at an affordable rate is a combination we don't see often in our line of work. Combined with an ultra small client list which insures us that we see quality animals each hunt, the Country Lodge is the best kept secret in Illinois deer hunting. If you're looking for the whitetail hunt of a lifetime we strongly urge you to give Matt and Martin a call. Brian Godfrey John Brown Jr. Owners, BOSS Outdoor Productions Producers of NRA's American Hunter and American Rifleman Television and QDMA's Quality Whitetails Television

John Brown and Brian Godfrey

First of all, you'll never meet better folks than the Duffys!! They are in the heart of awesome whitetail country!! Low hunting pressure, knowledge of the local herd, and their love for QDM practices are just a few of the reasons they are among the elite when it comes to outfitting!! Not to mention the great lodge, food, and hospitality!! The Duffys are first class!! If you would like to talk to me directly as a reference, give me a shout at 417-825-4811

Mike "Tater" Haviland

I have been fortunate enough to hunt in many different states with many different outfitters, and I have to say, Matt and Martin Duffy have created a hunting operation that is first class all the way. Matt is constantly on top of the deer population and movement with a detailed trail camera survey. With their intense QDM, bucks are able to mature to 4.5-5.5 years old, giving the hunters an opportunity at Trophy Bucks!! I would recommend The Country Lodge to anyone looking for a World Class Hunting Experience!!

Chad Ritter, Knight & Hale Ultimate Hunting Team

This place sucks! Why would anyone want to spend their treasured and irreplaceable vacation time hunting with people who love the land, manage their deer, do not overhunt the property, practice QDMA principles, feed you until you pop, and if you are nice to them, will take you to the best friday night fish fry in the midwest? A better bet would be to keep going with those outfitters that overhunt their stands and rip you off. There's sure more of that around!

Bob Robb, Editor Whitetail Journal

This was my first trip to the midwest for a deer hunt. The Duffy's were exceptionally nice people. I was impressed with the facilities. The land they hunt is ideal deer habitat sandwiched between rivers and farmland and the balance of their land in CRP. The weather was a little warm for the time of year. There were good deer sightings. The focus on bow hunting is very strong. Scent control is paramount. Wind movement dictates hunting location. The facility was very clean and the food was great. Taking in some local eateries helped get a flavor of the local area. After hunting for 40 years and hunting with a bow in the south for 26 years I was able to harvest my first Buck with a bow. My hunt will be memorable for that reason. The comfort and surroundings of The Country Lodge will add to the experience. Highly recommended to anyone.

Scott Keating

I hunted this past season in Illinois at The Country Lodge and I believe I've found my new favorite spot for whitetail season! Not only were the deer healthy and managed well, but the people around me at The Country Lodge made my hunt one of the most enjoyable I've experienced over the years. I killed a beautiful deer, made some wonderful memories, and enjoyed everything about my time at the Lodge!

Julie McQueen