What is your success rate?
Loaded question.  Taking a bull in the wilderness under fair chase is the most challenging trophies in North America.  The area we hunt is blessed with a large resident herd and migratory elk from Yellowstone National Park.  Best of both worlds.  Normally every day our hunters will see elk and during the week have a few chances at a legal bull.  Some weeks we have 4 out of five bulls harvested other weeks we might not harvest any.  We are in a trophy-managed district and can only harvest mature bulls. 

How much is a non-hunting companion?
In our backcountry camp we can accommodate up to 6 hunters comfortably. We only book full paying hunters.  If you are looking to bring a non-hunting companion a lodge style hunt might be better. 

Do you offer group discounts?
We work equally as hard for all our hunters.  The rate is the same for everyone.  We can assure that you will receive respect, professionalism, and great accommodations.

Should I purchase travel insurance?
If you foresee that you may have urgent business matters, family situations, or other reasons that might enable you to show up, YES.  Most of our hunters do not purchase trip insurance.  See our recommended links.

If I wound an animal during the hunt and can't retrieve it do I keep hunting?
Every situation is different.  We show great respect for the animals we hunt.  We will track the animal for days if we need to.  Usually blood sign, movement, bedding pattern and tracks can tell us how fatal the hit was.  Most hunters will not shoot at another animal after they have already hit one (rightly so).  See also, Rifle Equipment, Sighting In.

I was told if I wear panty hose I won't get saddle sore?
Just make sure they are the black lace with white frills.  All the stock is used year round and are sound mountain horses.  Most carry grandparents and children in the summer.   We only have a three hour ride into camp.   Our saddles our custom made and have scabbards and saddle bags.

License / Outfitter Sponsored

Do we apply as a party?
No.  When you book the Services of an outfitter you are guaranteed a License.  We will send you the application and Outfitter certificate.  Very easy to follow.  You must have the application in by March 15.  This must have an original signature and no faxes are accepted. Cashiers check, money order made payable to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks.

What is the ALS#
The ALS# is your birth date plus a two digit number that is assigned to you.  If you have not hunted or fished in Montana after 2001 you will be assigned the last two digits.

Archery stamp?
In Montana to hunt archery you must have EITHER a previous years archery license from any state or a IBED bow hunter education course.  After you receive your license you can purchase your archery stamp on-line.  It is around 10 bucks.

Please feel free to ask any further questions, There is never a stupid question to ask.

You will find very useful information on the pages of this website, but we are happy to answer any questions you may have. After browsing, we invite you contact us by filling out our Request Form or call 406-995-4771 for elk hunts. Call 406-220-0755 for trophy mule deer hunts and fishing trips.