I would have to agree about the reasons people would pay more then a grand to hunt in a club. I just joined a local club that has two major pieces of property, one in Surry County and the other in Charlotte county. Charlotte has over 3000 acres. And the club is a no dog club. It also practises QDM and the price is $435 annual dues.
1000 + dues is one of the reasons why people are talking about our sport turning into a rich mans sport!!!
Hopefully your will get what you pay for and be happy if your disposable income is that high.