West Texas

Navajo Dam, NM | 3-Day Duck Hunt - Group 1
2026-01-23 17:00 - 2026-01-26 08:00 UTC | LePlatt Lodge, 56 Road 4275, Navajo Dam, 87419
“For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through what has been made, so that they are without excuse.” Romans 1:20
Purpose: To build meaningful relationships with other outdoorsmen for the purpose of leading them to, or back to, Jesus Christ.
Keynote speaker: Dane LePlatt
Dates: Primary check-in begins on Friday, January 23rd at 5:00 pm. The event will officially end on January 26th.
Liability/Minors: All participants will be required to sign a liability waiver at sign-in. Participants must be at least 16 years old for this event, and all participants under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Lodging: LePlatt Lodge on the San Juan (https://lodge-san-juan.com/)
Registration: First registered first reserved!
Hunting: We will hunt waterfowl on both public and private land on Friday and Saturday.
This is a buddy trip with friends, not a guided trip. Each hunting participant is required to bring their own gear (listed below). Participants should anticipate hiking into hunting locations. We will have volunteers present (with decoys) to lead hunting parties each morning. While we keep fathers and sons together, usually you will be hunting with people you don’t know. This is done purposefully so please don’t be surprised. Please remember to be flexible and work together to make the event work.
Meals: Meals will be provided for Friday and Saturday. Plan to bring your favorite drinks and snacks. If you’d like to help out on the cook crew, please let us know in advance!
Freebies/Door prizes: Everyone present at the event will receive a discount code for the Blast & Cast website store. If you’d like to donate door prizes, please let us know!
Rules:

No perfect people allowed. Come as you are, no pretending.
No drunkenness. Alcohol in moderation is allowed only after hunting is done for the day. Safety is a must!
Please watch profanity. We want to keep the environment kid-friendly.
Have a good time.

What to bring:

New Mexico General or Small Game License, Federal Duck Stamp, Habitat Stamp, Habitat Management & Access Validation (HMAV)

Shotgun (with plug)
At least 2 boxes of #2 or #4 steel shot for hunting
Waders
Camouflage coat, hat, and facemask
Sufficient insulating layers for cold weather
Blind bag or backpack to carry your gear while hiking
Flashlight or headlamp for hiking in the dark
Packable stool or seat (optional)
Knife for bird cleaning
Sleeping bag and pillow
Toiletries and bath towel
Snacks and drinks for in the field
A willing attitude that’s eager to help make it work and have a good time. Remember, everyone at the event is a volunteer. Set your expectations as though you are going on a weekend trip with friends, not a guided hunt!

Contact info: The event chairman is Dane LePlatt. If you need information prior to the event, please contact him at daneleplatt@gmail.com. If you need assistance on the road or during the event, please contact him via phone or text @ 505-402-6966.

Schedule of Events

Friday :
5:00 pm Check in
8:00 pm Welcome ceremony
Saturday & Sunday:
5:00 am Breakfast served
5:30 am Leave lodge for morning hunt
Noon Lunch
3:00 pm Optional fishing/hunting
1:00 pm Lunch
6:30 pm Dinner
7:00 pm Evening devotion and group time
**Note: You can check out Sunday Night or early Monday Morning.
