Although the resource we have to work with is nothing short of phenomenal, solid waterfowl strategy is vital if we are to convert the resource into a quality hunt for you. The guiding component of the hunting operation is a critical link in the successful completion of a fulfilling hunt. The guides local waterfowl savvy and knowledge of the vast area we hunt ensures success. Guides with Ongaro Outdoor Outfitters are screened not only for their keen ability to hunt waterfowl, but even more importantly for their conscientious work ethic. The crew at Ongaro Outdoors work together as a team - rotating through spotting and guiding assignments. There is no room for competition amongst guides - our number one goal is your satisfaction. The team is morally strong, very conscientious, and each guide takes it personally if a hunt goes not as well as planned. We meet twice each day to discuss hunt opportunity, strategy, and to update spotting reconnaissance information to the two guides that hunted and were not part of the previous spotting session. The result of our 'guides meetings' is a homogenous team ready for your next hunt. While spotting we are constantly communicating via cell phones updating each other as to the happenings in the areas each guide is covering and to select the next hunt locations.

You will be hunting with some of Alberta's finest guides. Ongaro Outdoor Outfitters is one of Alberta's biggest waterfowl outfitters. We also conduct trophy deer hunts at either end of our waterfowl season. We operate from August 25 to November 20 each year (waterfowl from Sept 1 to Nov 3). Why is this important to you? It allows me to offer guides one of the longest uninterrupted work contracts in the guiding industry. This allows me to attract and recruit some of Alberta's finest guides which I screen personally for their integrity, ability and commitment to the lifestyle of hunting. Other staff requiring mention are the cooking staff which ensure that everyone is fed gourmet meals between hunts and each evening. Cleaning staff enter each morning while you are out hunting to tidy up the lodge and maintain a clean healthy environment. Our in-house bird processing staff take care of your ducks and geese in a hygienic manner and freeze them for your trip home. Linda Ongaro puts in long hours behind the scenes during the hunting season to ensure that communication between Claudio and incoming hunters is maintained. She also makes certain that the lodge is always stocked with the essentials. She takes care of any last minute surprises to ensure your three day stay flows smoothly.