2012 Elk hunts still available call for details!
Let me also say that as far as we are concerned
the hunting in our corner of the LOLO Elk zone in Idaho
has been very good this year. Hunting remote well scouted areas paid off for our hunters.
Low tag sales numbers (lowered quotas), the mild winter,
2009's wolf hunt, habitat improvement, as well as our
continued yearly big kill of predatory spring bear has
produced better than average kill rates, nice bulls taken
and lots of good bulls still on the hoof. Hunting has NEVER
been easy in this area but the right preparation, planning
and hard work really pays off before and after the kill.
Idaho is a great elk destination. Our Combo hunts are very varied offering the hunter a wide range of game to take. All elk tags are guaranteed through us - no draw. Contained in this website is lots of information detailing all of our Idaho hunts. If you need more specifics or would like to reserve space do not hesitate to call us right away.
Archery 2010 went very well we worked several bulls killing 3 for 7 with 3 misses and everyone seeing bulls for 2011 consider the 23rd of September. Rifle Season 2010 was very successful. We had a 50% kill and had many others seen and passed or shot at. 2011 saw a 70% shot opportunity for Archery and 75% rifle elk with close to 40% kill with many others passed - everyone saw elk and wolves were shot at and tagged.
For 2012 consider the week of the 17th of October hunting the 19th or 25th of October. For ML season - (which is open to non scoped and non 209 primed, loose powder, non sabot projectile, Inline ML’s) we have November 20th for 6 spots for 2012.
2012 has limited rifle space and archery spots are limited so plan now for 2012.
Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information or to reserve space Joe is on the Road doing shows and the spots are filling up fast.
We had an above average kill last year in both rifle and archery seasons, with every serious hunter having an opportunity within 50 yards with the bow (and some had more than 3!) First week Archery season we had 4 out of 4 on opportunities with a 50% actual kill on 6+ point bulls. Recent archery seasons were the best anyone can remember.
Recent Rifle seasons have gone very well too. The last 3 years rifle going with between 40 & 60% kill with much higher rate of shot opportunity and plenty more seen. ML season was just as good in 05 & 06, with most everyone seeing nice bulls and about a 50% kill on elk and deer. The 2007 ML season with 4 out of 5 shooting at 5 to 6+ point bulls and taking 2 5’s and a 6 by 8 old bull elk with everyone seeing a good buck too.
The cost of the guided Deer and Elk combo Hunt is currently $3900.00 plus 9% tax or $4251.00 tags are $571.50 for elk plus $20 for the archery or ML stamp. Deer tags are $301.75. If you plan a hunt with us tags will be guaranteed. We must get LOLO A & B tags for you as per instruction. Otherwise you are responsible for buying your own tags in a timely fashion unless specifically told otherwise – check with Inga for any questions and help buying your tags in advance.
Hunts are booked with $1000 down lock into current price and reserve a tag. Tag prices are subject to change. Hunters will have the expense of transportation to and from Missoula MT and 2 nights stay at Ruby's at about $70 per night. All animals will be caped and transported to the taxidermist for head and hide shipper and processor but meat processing (about $00.75 a pound) and taxidermy will be the hunter’s expense. Gratuity for your guide and cook is also not included in the price of the hunt. There are no trophy fees. A second Deposit of $1000 is due along with your license purchase for ML OR Arch hunts prior to May 1st of the year of the hunt. Final payment with tax is due in full 30 days prior to the start of the hunt. Booking now will hold the current hunt price. I do anticipate going up by next Show season.
The hunt will consist of 6 days of fully guided elk hunting. As outlined above Hunters will fly into Missoula MT and we will pick them up there and transport them to camp. If you choose to fly to Spokane you can rent a vehicle and drive to camp. The hunt includes all food lodging and transportation once we pick up hunters in MSO until we return them to Ruby's the day prior to flight out.
Deer only hunts are available for $2500 plus tax and tags. Deer hunting has a very limited book and a huge success rate. For details, please contact Inga by phone or e-mail.
Over the years we have specialized in Elk & Deer, Lion and Bear hunting and have many references. We generally hunt from pack-in camps but the hunting can be just as good from our remote base camp. Depending on which camp you choose, we have cabins or wall tents for housing. Both have wood heat with comfortable cots and foams. You will need sleeping bags, full camo in layers with a waterproof outer layer. The prices outlined above include all food lodging pick-up and return to Missoula as well as full guide service (please note full guide service does not necessarily mean your guide is with you at all times, please ask if you do not understand any information here) and caping of critters. Things not included in the price are, Gratuity for guides and cooks, 2 nights stay in Missoula (if flying with pick up), meat processing and taxidermy or shipping or hides or meat.
Availability is limited especially for the Archery & Rifle elk hunt. Of course, we are in contact with prospective clients daily. Hunts are reserved with a phone call or e-mail and then held for 10 days until initial deposit is received at which time the space is confirmed.
If you have any pricing questions or would like to build a more specific hunt package let us know. The following are some references (we have Many more just ask) for our outfits from the last few years. Thanks again for your interest! Please enjoy your visit to our websites and e-mail us for pictures and further information. We look forward to helping you plan a great hunting adventure in Idaho.
