Experience 25 years of excellence in Northeast Kansas. Our family-owned guide service offers premier Whitetail and Turkey hunting across Units 10 and 3, combining award-winning conservation with a legendary, authentic "old school" outdoor tradition.
At Old School Guide Service, we believe the best hunts are built on decades of local knowledge and a deep respect for the land. Founded by Mike Nickels 25 years ago and now managed by his son, Mark Nickels, our family-owned operation offers premier guided hunts in Northeast Kansas. Whether you are scouting for trophy Unit 10 whitetail deer or chasing spring toms in Unit 3, we provide an authentic, "old school" experience rooted in the heart of the Midwest. Operating under Nickels Farms, LLC, our commitment to the Kansas outdoors goes beyond the hunt; we are proud recipients of the Wildlife Habitat Conservation Award and honors from Pheasants Forever and the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks. When you hunt with us, you aren't just hiring a guide—you're joining a legacy of award-winning conservationists.
For over 25 years, Old School Guide Service (OSGS) has built a reputation as one of Northeast Kansas’ most trusted and consistent whitetail outfitters. As a family-owned operation rooted in the land, OSGS manages multiple private farms across Unit 10—an area known for producing mature, heavy-horned Kansas bucks.
Springtime in Kansas brings some of the most exciting turkey hunting in the country—longbeards gobbling on the roost, birds working through green fields, and action-packed mornings you won’t forget. Old School Guide Service (OSGS) delivers a traditional, boots-on-the-ground turkey hunting experience across prime private land in Unit 3. With over 25 years of experience managing and hunting these properties, OSGS understands turkey behavior, travel patterns, and how to consistently put hunters within range. Whether you're a seasoned turkey hunter or chasing your first gobbler, this hunt offers the perfect balance of independence and expert support.
Join the legacy at Old School Guide Service. Whether you're chasing trophy Whitetails in Unit 10 or Spring Turkeys in Unit 3, our calendar fills quickly. Call Mark Nickels today at 913-609-2348 to book your premier Northeast Kansas hunting experience.