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SouthEast Montana Hunts
All of these deer hunts take place on predominantly private ranches as well as difficult to access public ground, which have been managed for trophy quality as well as age class for many years now. These ranches are well managed for grazing as well as hay and crop production which in turn naturally attracts deer, elk and antelope. Most of these ranches hold both mule deer and whitetail and a Montana General Season tag is good for either species. Our clients consistently harvest mule deer that range from 155 BC to 185 BC and we generally keep a 160+ BC average annually. The whitetail range from 140 BC to 160+ BC.
Antelope hunts are conducted on these same ranches and are managed closely for quality as well. Because this tag is more difficult to draw, we take less antelope hunters every fall, therefore harvesting very few on an annual basis. This allows us to keep our quality high as long as Mother Nature is on the same page. We consistently harvest antelope bucks in the 78 to 81 BC range every year, with potential for larger.
Archery/Rifle elk hunts in District 700. The Missouri Breaks In 2022 we had the opportunity to lease one of the best ranches for elk in District 700. It has been hunted lightly in recent years and holds not only high volumes of elk, but a great age class and outstanding quality as well. This ranch consists of roughly 30,000 acres and has somewhat of a varying terrain. We conduct both archery and rifle elk hunts there as well as a handful of mule deer hunts.
Terrain: Moderate to Extreme The moderate country consists of rolling hills, timber and open meadows. Water is crucial in this country and these water sources consist of developed springs as well as water tanks and reservoirs, and we hold an abundance of all three. This country still requires a decent level of physical ability and fitness as some of the hikes can get long. The more extreme country is just that.....extreme. This terrain consists of large cliff like country with pockets of timber and cedar patches. Water sources here consist of springs and pools that develop in creek bottoms. This is some of the most impressive and awe inspiring country you have ever seen if you are new to the area, but holds large quantities of elk. This area requires a high level of physical ability and fitness as some of it can be brutally demanding. Hunt Methods: One of the many appealing parts to this hunt is the ability to implement different hunting methods depending on the time of day as well as the terrain you are hunting and the weather. In the mornings we are very mobile, which means glassing, hiking, listening, calling and more glassing. Often times attempting to get in front of them if the conditions allow, or letting them put themselves in an approachable spot. The evening hunt often times consist of ground blinds on well used water sources, wallows or trails, or again, being mobile and stalking in.
Accommodations: The accommodations on this hunt are very comfortable. It consists of a modern, 3 level home with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. A deck on the back of the house that often times is an outstanding place to sit at night and listen to bugling bulls and enjoy the surroundings. If the weather doesn’t allow that or you enjoy a good game of pool, you are in luck as there is a pool table in the bottom level. There is also WiFi and TV as well. Meals are home cooked on site and they are always top notch.
Size Range: The size range of the bulls in the Missouri Breaks can vary drastically from year to year depending on the forage quality and moisture levels. We are currently about 680% over objective on elk numbers in District 700 and permit numbers are staying relatively static, aside from a slight increase in archery permits in 2022. The broad range is realistically 310 to 340 B.C. This ranch has produced bulls well over that, but to “Over promise and under deliver” is not what we do as we don’t want people leaving here dissatisfied.
These hunts are all spot and stalk. Meals, lodging and guides are included, as well as transportation during your hunt. Gratuities are not included in the price.
2024
5 Day Rifle Deer: $6,250.00(LIMITED TO 30 HUNTERS)
5 Day Archery Deer: $4,500.00(LIMITED TO 10 HUNTERS)
3 Day Rifle Antelope: $3,600.00
Deer/Antelope Combo: $7,750.00
5 Day Archery Elk: $7,250.00 - 2x1(2 hunters/1 guide)
5 Day Archery Elk: $8,000.00 - 1x1(1 hunter /1 guide)
5 Day Rifle Elk: $7,500.00 - 2x1
5 Day Rifle Elk: $8,250.00 - 1x1
3 Day Cow Elk: $2,500.00 - 2x1
2025
5 Day Rifle Deer: $6,850.00 - 2X1(2 hunters/1 guide)
5 Day Rifle Deer: $7,850.00 - 1X1(1 hunters/1 guide)
5 Day Archery Deer: $5,950.00 - 2X1
3 Day Rifle Antelope: $3,950.00 - 2X1
3 Day Rifle Antelope: $4,550.00 - 1X1
4 Day Archery Antelope: $3,950.00 - 2X1
5 Day Archery Elk: $7,850.00 - 2x1
5 Day Archery Elk: $8,850.00 - 1x1
5 Day Rifle Elk: $7,950.00 - 2x1
5 Day Rifle Elk: $8,950.00 - 1x1
3 Day Cow Elk: $2,850.00 - 2x1
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