Whitetails Deer Camp at The Pavilion | September 26
Illinois South Deer Camp at The Pavilion | September 26
Hunting enthusiasts, outdoor lovers, and supporters of wildlife conservation are invited to the Illinois South Deer Camp on September 26, 2026, at The Pavilion in Marion, Illinois. Presented by Whitetails Unlimited, Deer Camp brings the Southern Illinois hunting community together for an event filled with food, prizes, raffles, giveaways, and opportunities to support conservation and hunting traditions.
The Illinois South Deer Camp is an opportunity to gather with friends and fellow outdoor enthusiasts while supporting the mission of Whitetails Unlimited. Whether you’re a lifelong hunter or simply enjoy spending time outdoors, Deer Camp offers an evening centered around the hunting community and conservation.
Most importantly, anyone planning to attend should purchase tickets in advance. The official ticket order deadline is September 16, 2026, ten days before the event. Whitetails Unlimited currently lists individual Deer Camp tickets for $50 per person.
Experience the Illinois South Deer Camp
The Illinois South Deer Camp offers much more than a traditional dinner. Guests can spend the event socializing with other hunters and outdoor enthusiasts while enjoying food, raffles, prizes, giveaways, and the Deer Camp atmosphere.
Whitetails Unlimited’s event page includes several ways for attendees to participate, ranging from individual tickets to Table Captain and sponsorship packages. There is also a special General Raffle Early Package available before the event.
Deer Camp provides a place for Southern Illinois hunters to come together and celebrate their shared appreciation for wildlife, outdoor recreation, and hunting traditions.
Illinois South Deer Camp Ticket Deadline
If you’re planning to attend the Illinois South Deer Camp, don’t wait until the last minute to secure your ticket.
The ticket order deadline is September 16, 2026, and the event takes place September 26. A single non-membership ticket is $50 per attendee.
Whitetails Unlimited also offers several packages for groups and supporters who want to get more involved with Deer Camp.
The Table Captain package is $400 and includes eight Deer Camp tickets, reserved seating, recognition as a special Whitetails Unlimited guest, and entry into a special Table Captain-only drawing.
Make sure to order by September 16 so you don’t miss the deadline for this year’s event.
Everyone Goes Home with a 2026 Deer Camp Tour Shirt
There’s another reason to attend this year’s Illinois South Deer Camp: everyone goes home with a 2026 Deer Camp Tour shirt.
Whitetails Unlimited states that one shirt is included with each Deer Camp ticket ordered. Attendees can select their requested shirt size during checkout, although sizes are subject to availability when shirts are picked up at the event.
The Deer Camp Tour shirt provides attendees with something to take home and remember the 2026 event.
Special Door Prizes and Giveaways
In addition to the Deer Camp shirt, attendees will have another opportunity to go home with something special.
Whitetails Unlimited says everyone will receive another door prize, and one out of every eight door prizes will be a $100 gift card to Pro Gun & Indoor Range.
The combination of door prizes, raffles, and giveaways adds even more excitement to the evening and gives attendees plenty to look forward to throughout Deer Camp.
Dinner Catered by Great Boars of Fire
Come ready to eat because Great Boars of Fire will cater the Illinois South Deer Camp.
Guests can enjoy their meal while spending the evening with friends, fellow hunters, conservation supporters, and members of the Southern Illinois outdoor community.
Food is an important part of the Deer Camp experience, creating an opportunity to sit down, socialize, and enjoy the evening between the other activities taking place.
General Raffle Early Package
Guests looking for even more opportunities to participate can purchase the General Raffle Early Package for $100 before the event.
The current package includes 132 General Raffle tickets, six chances at the Top Gun drawing, and two Whitetails Unlimited gifts. The General Raffle features multiple winners for several items.
There is an advantage to purchasing this package early. Whitetails Unlimited states that attendees purchasing the package at the event receive fewer raffle tickets and Top Gun chances. The Deer Camp admission ticket is not included with the raffle package and must be purchased separately, and participants must be present to win.
Table Captain and Sponsorship Opportunities
Groups, businesses, and supporters can also participate through several special packages.
The $400 Table Captain package includes eight Deer Camp tickets and reserved seats, making it a convenient option for groups who want to experience the event together.
A Sponsor package is $350 and includes two Deer Camp tickets, a General Raffle Package, a Whitetails Unlimited sponsor gift, and entry into a sponsor-only drawing.
Whitetails Unlimited also offers a $1,100 Platinum Table Sponsor package, which includes eight Deer Camp tickets, two General Raffle Packages, reserved seating, special recognition, additional sponsor benefits, and a listed firearm package subject to the organizer’s terms and availability.
Support Whitetails Unlimited
The Illinois South Deer Camp also provides an opportunity to connect with Whitetails Unlimited and its conservation community.
Whitetails Unlimited supports conservation and education initiatives, and its broader programs focus on wildlife habitat, education, hunting traditions, and related conservation efforts.
Events such as Deer Camp bring supporters together while helping the organization continue engaging hunters and outdoor enthusiasts in those efforts.
For Southern Illinois, where hunting and outdoor recreation remain an important part of the region’s culture, Deer Camp provides a fitting opportunity to celebrate those traditions with others who share the same interests.
Illinois South Deer Camp at The Pavilion
The Illinois South Deer Camp takes place on September 26, 2026, at The Pavilion, 1602 Sioux Drive in Marion, Illinois. The official Whitetails Unlimited event listing confirms The Pavilion as this year’s location.
Make plans to gather your hunting buddies and spend the evening enjoying dinner catered by Great Boars of Fire, raffles, giveaways, prizes, and the company of Southern Illinois’ hunting and outdoor community.
Remember that the ticket order deadline is September 16, 2026. Individual tickets are $50, and everyone attending receives a 2026 Deer Camp Tour shirt along with an additional door prize.
For tickets or additional information about the Illinois South Deer Camp, Whitetails Unlimited lists Darel at 309-369-8265 as the event contact.
Don’t miss the opportunity to experience Illinois South Deer Camp at The Pavilion on September 26. Get your tickets before the September 16 deadline and get ready for an evening celebrating hunting, conservation, and outdoor traditions in Southern Illinois.
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