To coin a phrase, mule deer hunting in the high country is 50 percent physical, 50 percent mental and 99 percent glassing! The rugged high mountain mule deer of the west is as coveted a trophy as any in North America. To put a buck of exceptional quality on your wall is no small feat and will require many years of patience, endurance and fortitude. Mule deer are a symbol of the west however and I can think of no greater task to undertake than the pursuit of an old rockin' chair buck. Lets … [Read more...]
Idaho Private Ranch Hunting
Keeping everyone up to speed on our new Idaho private ranch hunting for mule deer, whitetail deer, elk and bear
How Winter Effects Deer, Elk, Moose, etc.
February 15, 2012
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How does winter affect our big game populations? As I look out the window a few snow flakes are falling in, what I can only describe as, one of the most mild winters I can remember. It got me to thinking how the game should fare well and gives me good hope for the hunting season ahead. But how do winters affect our big game populations? In the west, the deer, moose and Idaho Elk Hunts are front and center through those cold months. As well as in Alaska, where the moose and caribou face a … [Read more...]
How to Avoid Buck Fever when Big Game Hunting
January 28, 2012
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Buck fever can happen to any hunter while hunting any type of big game. Whether you are in Alaska, out west or in Africa buck fever can strike at any time. So today I'd like to take a stab at helping you avoid this all to common occurrence. Next time you have that big whitetail, Idaho Elk Hunts or lumbering grizzly bear in your sights, hopefully these hints will help you stave off disaster! 1. Visualize and attack! In the early stages of a hunt it has always payed off for me to imagine … [Read more...]
Field Judging Trophy Elk
January 25, 2012
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If you're on the hunt of a lifetime, it obviously will pay big dividends to be proficient at judging Idaho Elk Hunts. Elk aren't as hard as some species to score on the hoof but still there are some tricks that you need to be aware. When most novice elk hunters see their first bull the only thing they can compare it to is a whitetail back home to which their body and antlers dwarf. Idaho Elk Hunts are more complicated than that however. There are several factors the hunter should keep in … [Read more...]
Hunting Trips in Sickness and in Health
January 11, 2012
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Sitting here sniffling today, I came up with an interesting topic. One that isn't covered much and that is, "how to stay healthy before and during your big hunt". No one wants to catch a cold or the flu before something they've waited so long for. So lets take a look at some precautionary measures you can take to make sure you don't end up coughing and hacking your way through the trip of a lifetime. For the month or so leading up to your big adventure, whether is be Alaska or out West, try … [Read more...]
Elk Shed Hunting
January 6, 2012
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Following our shed hunting theme, lets talk about Idaho Elk Hunts today. Idaho Elk Hunts are similar to mule deer in that typically they winter many miles from their fall haunts. Where elk are most unique is that they start shedding there antlers very late, from late March until early May. This can make an exciting experience because when the Idaho Elk Hunts are dropping their sheds on the lower, southern facing ridges, bears are also emerging from their dens and looking to feed on the fresh … [Read more...]
Mule Deer Antler Sheds Drop in Migratory Locations
January 5, 2012
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Mule deer shed hunting is different than whitetail. Being highly migratory, big muleys sometimes spend their winter months many miles from their fall domains. That's because all over the western states the mule deer is, by and large, a high country animal and its just not possible to winter at 6-9 thousand feet in elevation. So hunting mule deer sheds won't be quite as advantageous for the hunter looking to pattern big bucks for the upcoming season. This shouldn't deter you though, a … [Read more...]
Whitetail Deer Antler Sheds Help Trophy Buck Hunting Successes
January 4, 2012
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Don't be disparaged when the hunting season closes and rifles are put away. A good way for the average hunter to fill his thirst for the outdoors is to take advantage of the shed hunting opportunities he has at his disposal. This accomplishes two things, you may end up with a nice set of trophy whitetail sheds above your fireplace and it also can be a good scouting tactic for next season. I know when I shed hunt in the western states I pay close attention to where I pick up each … [Read more...]
