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Central Montana Special Draw Unit 417 Private Land Trophy Elk Hunt

HFA063-1
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$10,500.00

Season Dates:
September, October, November
Species:
Rocky Mountain Elk
Guide Ratio:
Outfitted, 2 on 1, Guided
Location:
Montana, United States of America
Weapon/Equip:
Archery, Rifle
Trip Methods:
Calling, Ground Blind, Hiking, Spot and Stalk, Vehicle
Duration:
5 Days
Difficulty:
Easy Moderate
Accommodations:
House
Trip Units:
417
DESCRIPTION:

ABOUT OUTFITTER:
This HFA-Endorsed Outfitter was founded in 2017 with the stated goal of becoming Montana's premier hunting operation. The specialty is elk and deer on private ground in Montana's best general units, which is a valuable niche given how difficult access has become in this state. They also run private land hunts in special draw units and exclusive permit areas, so hunters with points to burn have options as well. The emphasis throughout is on quality over volume and on personalized service rather than moving hunters through on a schedule. For a relatively young operation, the goal they set is ambitious, and the private access behind it is what makes it credible.

HUNT DETAILS:
This hunt takes place in central Montana on a private ranch of nearly seven thousand contiguous acres. Central Montana produces some of the largest bulls in the state, and this ranch sits squarely in that country. Archery hunters have several tools available. Spot and stalk works well on the open ground, sitting key pinch points produces when bulls are moving between areas, and ground blinds or tree stands over water holes cover the hot, dry stretches when elk have to drink. For anyone serious about bowhunting big bulls, this is the kind of place worth building a plan around. Rifle hunters are accommodated on the same properties and can expect trophy-quality bulls. The numbers behind it are what stand out. Past clients, both archery and rifle, have seen a one hundred percent opportunity rate on bulls ranging from two hundred eighty to three hundred fifty inches and better. That is a strong record on a property this size.

ACCOMMODATIONS:
Hunters stay in a well-appointed ranch house for the duration of the hunt, which means a real bed, a roof, and a comfortable place to settle in after a long day rather than a tent camp. Three hearty meals a day are provided, so nobody is cooking, shopping, or driving to town to eat. Because the lodging and the hunting are both on private ground, mornings do not start with a long commute. The arrangement keeps the group together under one roof and takes the logistics off the hunter entirely. For hunters who want comfort alongside their elk hunting, this setup fits well.

LICENSE INFORMATION:
Tags for this hunt are available only through the draw. Huntin' Fool's Application Service can assist with completing and submitting your draw application.

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Inclusions:
Field Preparation of Trophies, Guide, Lodging, Meals, Professional Hunter & Staff, Trip Transportation
Exclusions:
Airport Pickup and Dropoff, Car Rental, Delivery of Meat to Processor, Delivery of Trophy to Taxidermist, Gratuities, License, Tag(s), Taxes
PRICING OPTIONS:

Option #1

$10,500.00 5 Days Outfitted, 1 on 1, Guided