Elk hunts, archery in particular, are our specialty. I will start with some general information about licenses and tags and go from there. LICENSES AND TAGS Years ago, the Idaho Legislature began to annually set aside 2400 elk tags for the exclusive use of our outfitters. These

To purchase your license and tags for you, I must have the following correct hunting license information:

Upon booking a hunt, this information is required along with the fees for the license and tags and a 50% deposit. This deposit is required immediately to insure your hunt dates. I need to firm up the year's schedule as soon as possible. The remaining balance will be due 30 days prior to the hunt

NO EXCEPTIONS!
What you should be concerned with is that all outfitters only have so much room and can only accommodate so many hunters. Once we're booked up, that's it! We still have some openings for this year, so get in touch with me as soon as possible

On many of our elk hunts, both deer and bear can also be shot with no additional trophy fees. The appropriate tags will need to be purchased ahead of time though. Only elk can be shot on the controlled hunts in Units 40 and 42.

Most of our elk hunting is done in South/Central Idaho. The Fish and Game units where I operate are 25 and 33. The major drainage's in these units are the South Fork of the Salmon River in Unit 25; and in Unit 33 it's the Middle Fork of the Payette River. This exclusive area borders the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness, which is the largest wilderness area in the lower 48 states. I also offer draw hunts for elk in Units 40 and 42 in southwestern Idaho.

Our elk herds have steadily been on the increase. A lot of this has to do with cutting back seasons and the drought we have experienced for the last eight to ten years. The chances of getting a shot at bulls in the 300+ Boone & Crockett class are excellent. I want to express to you that elk hunting can be physically demanding so being in reasonable shape is a must. Contrary to the numerous magazine articles and hunting videos out there, bulls aren't hiding behind every tree. Be mentally prepared to hunt hard for a full week.

We have a big advantage over a lot of other outfitters. We go to the hills in May and don't come out until November every year. Our summer horseback operation allows us to watch the elk move from their wintering grounds back to their summer range. Most outfitters are businessmen who hunt one or two months out of the year. We hunt around 10 months and try to make a living at it.

Over the last several years, we have become a lot smarter trying to improve our hunter success. One way was to eliminate our base camp and go to strictly spike camps. We set up 12' X 14' tents right in the drainages that consistently hold elk. This means that we don't have to ride on horseback for two or three hours every morning and every evening to get to the elk.

These spike camps are equipped to handle 2 hunters and their guide. Tents contain army cots with foam pads and are heated by wood stoves. Once you're packed in to your spike camps, most hunting will be done on foot and the average hunter in decent shape can handle it quite easily. It's common for us to have a hunter get a shot within a 1/4 mile from the camp.

You will be limited to one standard army duffel bag weighing no more than 70 pounds, and I mean 70 pounds! Your sleeping bag can be packed separately. I have rifle scabbards for the horses. But you bow hunters, try to either buy a sling or rig something up to carry your bow on horseback if needed.

We will have two guided hunts with the rifle and three with the bow this year. Please take note that these are your arrival and departure dates; the day you arrive in Idaho and the day you depart Idaho.

Your 7-day hunts are the days between.

PLEASE NOTE - NON-RESIDENT LICENSE AND TAG FEES HAVE GONE UP RECENTLY:
A non-resident hunting license now costs $154.75; non-resident Elk tag $416.75; non-resident Deer tag is $301.75; non-resident Bear tag $186.00; non-resident Mountain Lion tag $186.00; non-resident Wolf tag $31.75. Archery & Muzzleloader permits now both run $20.00 and controlled hunt application fee is $14.75.

HUNT 1 — Arrive on Sept. 5th, Depart on Sept. 13th

HUNT 2 — Arrive on Sept. 14th, Depart on Sept. 22nd 

HUNT 3 — Arrive on Sept. 23rd, Depart on Oct. 1st 

Archery Elk and Deer hunts are in Big Game Units 25 and 33. All hunts are 7 days long.

HUNT 1 — Arrive on Oct. 14th, Depart on Oct. 22nd

HUNT 2 — Arrive on Oct. 23th, Depart on Oct. 31st

Both Deer, Bear, & Wolf can also be shot on Hunts 1 & 2 with the purchase of the appropriate tags.

Rifle Elk and Deer hunts are in Big Game Units 25 and 33. All hunts are 7 days long.

Season runs October 15 & ends November 24 Excellent area for bulls over 350.
Drawing a tag is a little more difficult but definitely worth the application fee.

Units 25 & 33 South/Central Idaho

We also offer drop camp hunts every year for elk and deer. We will pick you up at the airport, return you to the airport, and supply you with enough food to last the week. You will be staying in 12' X 14' wall tents and sleeping on army cots with foam pads. Camps will have Coleman lights, Coleman stoves, and sheepherder stove will supply heat in the tents. On tent will be a sleeping tent and one will be a cook tent. All firewood will be cut. There is a four-person minimum (additional fees for parties under four). These drop camp hunts will be set up in areas not affected by the guided hunters. Depending on where I think your chances for success are greater will determine whether we use horses or four-wheel drive vehicles.

Hunt cost is $1800 for parties of four or greater, $2200 for parties under four. This does not include your general license price of $154.75 and elk tag for $416.75. Deer, Bear and Wolf are also open at this time and can be hunted with the purchase of the appropriate tags and there are no additional trophy fees (Deer tag $301.75, Bear tag $186.00, Wolf tag $31.75). All drop camps are seven days with a day in and a day out for a total of nine days. The drop camp dates will be exactly the same arrival and departure dates as our guided hunts unless special arrangements are made. We can also tailor a trip for you lasting more than 7 days at an additional cost.

* In addition to the usual license and tag fees, all bow hunters will need an archery permit which is an additional $20.00.

You will also be limited to one standard size duffle bag (army) for your gear. the weight cannot exceed 70 pounds! We have to pack this on horseback. We've had some guys bring bags that are just outrageously bulky and heavy. Don't wait until we get the the trailhead to decide you don't need your third pair of boots and eight boxes of ammo. Pack reasonably. All you need are two main sets of clothes. Bags in excess of 70 pounds will not be packed. We will weigh all bags before loading horses. And guys, there is no need for spare riles.

Most of these areas you're getting set up in have no trails and could be somewhat dangerous. Please use your head and weigh you bags. You sleeping bag can be packed separately and the same with your rifle.

Groups of 3 or less: $2200.00 / Per Person
Groups of 4 or more: $1800.00 / Per Person. (4 Person Maximum per drop camp).
Same dates as regular guided rifle & archery hunts listed above.

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