Most avid hunters have heard of the black belt area of Alabama. In fact, for many, this may be a bucket list area that you want to visit and have your dream hunt. This amazing land is found above the Coastal Plain and below the Appalachian foothills in the beautiful state of Alabama. It stretches across the state and covers more than 23 counties.

If you are unfamiliar with the Black Belt area, you may be questioning what makes it so special, which lies in the soil found here. The name was given to the area because of the nutrient-rich soil found throughout, which leads to an ideal habitat for many wildlife species. Most who visit here for hunting purposes do so to harvest quality whitetail. Each year, the area produces some of the best weight deer with quality antler characteristics.

Unfortunately, do to the popularity of the area, it can be difficult to find land that is available to lease for more private hunting. However, there is one amazing option that many choose to opt for when it comes to hunting the area and that is Westervelt Lodge. If you have ever dreamed of taking a hunting vacation, this is one of the most beautiful options in the south. Most importantly, it is located beautifully along the Black Belt area.

Westervelt Wildlife is known due to the beautiful bucks harvested here each year, which you can see on the company’s website. However, the region’s superb terrain is also ideal for wingshooting, which the lodge also offers. You can choose from several hunting options, like turkey, pheasant, quail, etc. They also offer youth whitetail hunts as well, which can be an amazing option for your child’s first hunt.

“At Westervelt Wildlife, we are known for our amazing whitetail hunting experiences each year, which is what keeps our visitors coming back year after year. We offer special days for archery, firearm, and youth hunts, depending on why you plan to visit. In addition to receiving an amazing weekend of hunting, which almost guarantees you receive a chance at a quality buck, you also receive housing at our absolutely breathtaking lodge with private rooms. Our prices range depending on which days you visit and due to our continued growth in popularity each year, booking early is recommended in order to receive the exact dates you want or need,” states Lodge Manager, Steven Carroll.

Westervelt Lodge began hosting organized deer hunts all the way back in November of 1951. The lodge has grown into 12,000 private acres of amazing hunting land located in West Alabama. The land is frequently managed and maintained to ensure the greatest quality of wildlife. Guests can pursue and harvest a variety of wildlife, including free range whitetail deer and wild turkeys. They offer a variety of accommodations and rates to fit your specific hunting desires. You can also have various events at the lodge, including weddings, conferences, and more. To learn more about this quality hunting property, you can visit http://westerveltlodge.com