ABOUT OUTFITTER:
This HFA-Endorsed Outfitter is based in northeastern Oregon, in the middle of prime big game country, and has been working with Huntin' Fool since the late 1990s. That is a long relationship and it says something. The team specializes in five species, bighorn sheep, mountain goat, mule deer, elk, and antelope, which is an unusually strong lineup for one operation and speaks to how well they know their units. These are hardcore hunters running full-service guided hunts, and preparation is where they put their effort. The reputation they have built rests on delivering results across all five species rather than being strong in one and average in the rest.
HUNT DETAILS:
This is a mountain goat hunt in the remote high country of northeastern Oregon, and the guides running it are focused on mature billies. Goat opportunities in Oregon are limited and highly sought after, which makes preparation on both sides matter more than usual. The terrain is steep and unforgiving, and it does not give anything away. Hunters need endurance and the mental toughness to keep working when the country pushes back, because goat hunting rewards persistence more than anything else. Year-round scouting is what this outfit credits for its success, and the familiarity that comes from watching the same basins across seasons means billies are located before a hunter ever shows up. A pack string of horses and mules is on hand to move hunters, gear, and meat through terrain that would otherwise take days on foot. For hunters holding one of these tags, this is a serious operation to hand it to.
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Hunters are based out of well-equipped wall tent camps in eastern Oregon, sited to keep hunters near the country being hunted rather than driving to it. On a goat hunt, where the climbing alone takes everything a hunter has, coming back to a warm, dry camp instead of a long road trip matters. The tents are set up for comfort as well as function. Hearty home-cooked meals are prepared daily, which is not incidental when hunters are burning calories on steep ground from dawn to dark. This is classic western camp hospitality, simple and well run, and it fits the character of a backcountry hunt like this one.
LICENSE INFORMATION:
Most big game tags in Oregon are issued through a limited-entry draw system. Hunters must apply in the spring. There are no points in Oregon for mountain goat hunts, hunters all have the same chance of drawing a tag. Navigating the tag application process can be complex, but the Huntin’ Fool License Application Service can assist in securing the best possible tags. By planning ahead and exploring all available options, hunters can increase their chances of drawing a tag for an unforgettable Oregon hunting experience with this Endorsed Outfitter.
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