Joshua Creek Ranch Wins Orvis Endorsed 2026 “Wingshooting Lodge of the Year”
BOERNE, Texas - April 14, 2026
Joshua Creek Ranch is honored to announce it has been named the 2026 Orvis Endorsed “Wingshooting Lodge of the Year.” This marks the ranch’s second win in the program, following its previous award in 2018, and continues a history of recognition as a finalist in 2016, 2017, 2020, and 2021.
“We are humbled and proud to receive this prestigious recognition from Orvis,” said Kevin Welborn, Managing Director at Joshua Creek Ranch. “This award reflects the dedication of our owners, guides, and staff, our ongoing conservation and community support efforts, and the extraordinary feedback from the guests who visit us. After 36 years of successful operation, we remain committed to delivering an exceptional end-to-end wingshooting lodge experience in the beautiful Texas Hill Country.”
The Orvis Endorsed program evaluates operations for excellence in guest experience, facilities and operations, and conservation practices. There are around 30 Orvis Endorsed Wingshooting Lodges worldwide. These lodges are selected based on rigorous standards for hunting quality, service, and dining.
Each year, three lodges are celebrated as finalists for the “Orvis Endorsed Wingshooting Lodge of the Year” award. This year, winners for wingshooting and fly-fishing lodges, guides, and outfitters were announced at the Endorsed Partners Awards Banquet in Denver on April 2, 2026.
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About Joshua Creek Ranch
Joshua Creek Ranch is a luxury wingshooting lodge and sporting resort in the Texas Hill Country. Since 1990, this family-owned and operated ranch, located 45 minutes northwest of downtown San Antonio, has flourished as one of the most visited wingshooting destinations in the world. Custom itineraries, prime Upland Hunting & European-Style Driven Shooting opportunities, and exceptional outdoor sporting adventures are complemented by luxury resort amenities and warm Texas hospitality.