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Jay Wright

Jay is the owner and manager of Wright’s Shur-A-Shot (2229 Hwy 149, Heth, AR  72346, 870-657-2530, 870-636-2072) located near Shell Lake, Arkansas, about 30 miles from Memphis, Tennessee.  Jay started his wildlife enterprise because commodity crop prices were dropping, and also he and his family enjoy hunting.  His family-oriented and operated enterprise offers duck, bobwhite, and pheasant hunting during the 60-day duck season to about 165 customers.  Services include meals and lodging, guides, and bird dogs, with the assurance of a successful hunt.  His enterprise is a short distance to nearby attractions.

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 How did Jay get started?
 What’s needed to get started?
 How much work does it take?
  What types of marketing?
 How does Jay ensure a successful hunt?
 What’s the economic impact of Jay’s wildlife enterprise on the rural community?
 What about liability?
 What’s been the biggest surprise?
 Jay’s advice to those considering starting an enterprise
 Ensuring a safe hunt
 More Safety Advice
 Keeping the Client coming back
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