ORIGINAL: HNIJustin
ORIGINAL: IL_ray_phillips
I have heard some leases in Pike County are going from $75 to $100 an acre. You would think corn or beans was coming off the property. Better get it while its cheap.
That's pretty high from what I've seen/heard. Most are going in the $25-$50 range.
Personally, I would start low and know your limit for going up. Offer $25 per acre and see if you can get it.
Unfortunatley the going rate outfitters are paying here is $ 75-100 per acre. A year ago it was in the $50 range. You can still find some in the $40 range but it is few & far between. If I were you I would offer $300-400. 500 should get it for you. I am saying this because it is 10 acres & you probably don't have to worry about a outfitter trying to get it. Not saying it wouldn't happen but they want bigger properties. 10 acres in the right spot can be very good hunting. Some people don't like small properties but it all depends on where it is, how it lays & a few other things.Great hunting can be had in small packages but outfitters want & need bigger acreage.I would offer a little lower than what you are willing to pay & then you can always go up if needed. As far as a contract that depends on several things. Is the guy a friend or somebody you trust. If so I don't think you need a contract. Alot of these older farmers don't want to mess with contracts. If it is somebody you don't know well or have a bad feeling about then yea you probably should get one. If a guy is in a outfitting operation he definately wants to get everything in writing but for a personal lease as long as you know & trust the guy . Thats my opinion. I also believe if you like this ground & want to continue hunting it you need to talk to the owner & see if you can lease it or work something out. Way things are going around here, if you can lock up your hunting spot you better do it. good Luck