I have a chance of going on a Merriam & a Rio hunt for free if can come up with solid outfitters with a high success rate. I'm an eastern addict & have taken an Osceola, never have taken a Merriam or Rio so any help would be appreciated.

Are you going for a Grand Slam? If so, good luck!

Actually the team is. We are trying to get a grand slam on tape. We have an outdoors show that wants to air a grand slam 2 part series. They will pay for the trip, lodging, food, & the birds. They just want to make sure it's a premium outfitter with a high success rate. I just don't know enough about that part of the country & wouldn't know where else to begin searching except forums like this.