Fall is here, and that means hunting season is well underway in Arkansas. Given the decreasing availability of huntable land in the state and the large number of hunters looking for fertile grounds, owners of woodland acreage can make a tidy profit from hunting leases. This is an agreement under which an individual pays a landowner for the privilege of using his or her land to hunt game. Here are a few tips to make the wildlife habitat on your property profitable for you this season.            

Got Game? Lease Your Land

1. Assess Your Property

Find out what kind of game is on your land, as the types of animals hunted and the number of them will affect your hunting lease price. If game is sparse on your property, it may be necessary to implement a land management plan before hunters sign a lease to ensure you protect your investment for years to come. Your district forester or a professional forestry services company can give you pointers on land management and provide up-to-date information on hunting laws and regulations.  

2. Promote, Promote, Promote

To be profitable, you’ll need to make hunters aware of your property and its amenities. Place an ad in local newspapers and sportsman magazines. Ask permission to hang posters or leave stacks of flyers at local sporting goods stores and other businesses where hunters are likely to hang out. Network at local hunting clubs and via online hunters’ forums. Take photos of your property and include them in your hunting lease promotional materials to make them more eye-catching, highlighting the types of game and topographical features on your land.               

3. Listen & Adjust

Listen to the needs and wants of hunters, and make adjustments as necessary to make their experience more enjoyable and memorable. Happy lessees tend to be repeat lessees — and they’ll likely tell their family and friends.  

If you’re considering managing a hunting lease, trust the expertise of Neeley Forest Services in Camden, AR. Their experienced foresters can help you with everything from assessing your property to walking you through the leasing process. For more information about their land management services, visit their website or call (870) 836-5981.