NEOSHO RAPIDS, Kan. — September 10, 2026 — Hunters in eastern Kansas will soon have a new place to sharpen their skills and extend their seasons, as Hartland Whitetails, a family-operated hunting outfitter based in Neosho Rapids, Kansas, moves to add an outdoor 3D archery range and a membership program to its offerings, owner Harry Franklin said. The company expects the range and membership program to be operational by the end of 2026.
The expansion responds to demand from archers who want year-round practice and a more flexible way to stay connected to private hunting land. The outfitter currently offers guided whitetail and turkey hunts on private land. Whitetail hunts are available in archery, muzzleloader, and rifle seasons. Guided turkey hunts are also offered. Each trip includes lodging and guidance from staff. The company manages agricultural fields, mature woodlands, and river bottom habitat to support whitetail deer and hybrid turkeys.
The planned 3D archery range is designed to simulate hunting scenarios in an outdoor setting, giving shooters realistic targets and terrain rather than a flat indoor lane. It will be available to members and is intended to provide practice for experienced archers and an introduction for new shooters, widening the pool of people who can take part in the sport locally.
For hunters who book with the outfitter, a key benefit is limited pressure in the field. Hartland Whitetails limits the number of overlapping hunting parties. The outfitter offers services for hunters of various skill levels, from trophy pursuits to family outings. In addition to guided hunts, the company provides lodging and is developing the archery range membership.
Franklin said the ranch is managed with a focus on conservation and ethical hunting. "Our family's purpose has always been to care for the land, honor God's blessings, and welcome every hunter with experiences they will proudly remember for generations," Franklin said.
The ranch is located in eastern Kansas and provides access to private hunting land. The company states that sustainable wildlife management and ethical hunting practices are central to its operations. For members and visiting hunters alike, the coming range and membership program are expected to add a new way to prepare for the seasons on the same land the outfitter manages for wildlife. More information is available through the company's existing booking channels.
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