Colorado Hunting Outfitter and Guide Reviews

Outfitter Review: Timberline Outfitters & Guides - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doug Frank

Hunter: Brian Jennette

Animals Hunted: Mule Deer

This was a third season hunt from town and fully guided for mule deer. We supplied our own lodging and food as part of the package. Saw about 16 bucks by noon and 12 of them were shooter bucks. My father and I scored on both our bucks, a big 4X4 and a 5X5, by 2:00 PM opening day. Doug was our guide and he did an excellent job in getting us on the deer in no time. I would recommend this hunt if you want a nice muley buck to take back home.

Outfitter Review: Rocky Mountain Ranches - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Larry Bishop

Hunter: Jack Kline

Animals Hunted: Mule Deer

I would recomend Rocky Mountain Ranches to anyone without reservations. A class operation. My Brother Jim & I are looking forward to next years hunt. Wish we could go again next week. We had a great time & Larry is a great Host. A great hunt is worth waiting for.

Outfitter Review: Whispering Pine Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Dave Flemming

Hunter: Bill

Animals Hunted: Antelope

I took my first antelope with Dave that was a little more than 14". He's a really great guy and we had a blast. I took my buck on day 2 and my buddy who had to shoot 9 times got his right before dark on the last day. Honestly he had several chances but couldn't connect. I saw a lot of bucks, saw one that was just HUGE but we didn't get on him and he left the county but I had several bucks I could have shot and took the best one. We really had a great time I recommend Dave without hesitation. Everyone in camp shot a nice buck.

Outfitter Review: Rock Creek Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Robert Thompson

Hunter: Federico Montoya

Animals Hunted: Elk

Robert Thompson sets up hunters strategically along his land. The land has a sanctuary that draws game to the ranch and creates opportunity for sighting of large herds. The sleeping arrangements are in a large house (not cabin) and are quite comfortable. Dinners are served in a clean kitchen and food is plentiful and good.

Outfitter Review: Rock Creek Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Bob Thompson

Hunter: warren hoffman

Animals Hunted: Elk

Hunt was for 6 hunters in camp for third season. well he called in his family members to hunt also. that made a total of about 15 hunters in camp. his family members were to hunt national forest,we were to hunt his private ranch.they hunted on top of us and shot a 4x4 bull with-in 100 yds. of my son. this was a total ripoff.Only one paying hunter out of 6 even saw an elk.

Outfitter Review: J & D Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: GARY BOURGEOIS

Animals Hunted: ELK & MULE DEER

THIS WAS MY FOURTH GREAT HUNT WITH DOYLE AND EVERY YEAR I SAY IT CAN'T GET ANY BETTER BUT EVERY YEAR IT DOES.EVEN WITH 35 MPH WINDS FOR 3 DAYS STRAIGHT. 5 HUNTERS TOOK 5 ELK & 5 DEER AND EVERY ONE WAS TROPHY QUALITY.WE TOOK 3 5X6'S,1 5X5, AND A 6X7 ELK AND THE DEER WERE ALL NICE 4X4'S AND 5X5'S IT WAS JUST FANTASTIC.MY BUDDY STEVE TOOK A NICE 5X6 THE LAST HOUR OF THE HUNT.THE GUIDES WON'T QUIT UNTIL EVERYONES TAGGED OUT.I WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THIS TIME TO AGAIN THANK EVERYONE AT J&D OUTFITTERS INCLUDING (PINKY)FOR ANOTHER DREAM SEASON COME TRUE.THANKS,GARY BOURGEOIS

Outfitter Review: Rocky Mountain Ranches - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Larry Bishop

Hunter: Chuck McCarty

Animals Hunted: mule deer

Larry went out of his way to help our group tag their buck, we all had a shot at a great buck and all tagged out but 1.

Outfitter Review: Rocky Mountain Ranches - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Larry Bishop

Hunter: Chris Wiles

Animals Hunted: Mule deer

This was an unguided trespass hunt. All I wanted, and got, was access to a good property at reasonable prices.

Outfitter Review: Samuelsons Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Richard Samuelson

Hunter: George Major Jr.

Animals Hunted: Elk

Me and 3 of my best friends did the Hay Park drop camp with Samuelson. 2 1/2 hour horse pack in. That was the hardest part of the trip. If you do not ride horses often, the ride hurts your knees.We had a great time. Richard and Cathy are salt of the earth, just great people. The camp was very well set up. The location was even better. We did the second rifle season. A lot of the elk were spooked and had gone nocturnal. The weather was hot and that did not help. Even with that our group had three chances to take three different bulls in 5 days and blew it. Two guys missed and one guy had his safety on as he went to pull the trigger. We rebooked this hunt on the day we packed out. Can not say enough about this outfitter.

Outfitter Review: Garvey Brothers - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Stan Garvey

Hunter: David Humbles

Animals Hunted: Elk

Stan Garvey and his staff provided me with the ultimate high country experience in Unit 61. They allowed me to pass on bulls until I found the one I was looking for. I took a massive 6x6 on the fourth day. These people are the real thing and I feel they are the best guides in unit 61. After saving preference points for eight years it was painful to make the decision on which outfitter to use. I made the right choice and it was truly an awesome hunt.

Outfitter Review: Frazier Outfitting - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Sammy Frazier

Hunter: Dan Summers

Animals Hunted: Elk

All you really need to know is that I would book Sammy again. Fun, professional, serious when required. I shot a huge 6 x 5 at 7:00am day 2. Hard hunt with altitude/breathing issues. Worked extremely hard but worth every bruise and pound lost in the adventure. Come in shape but expect to be tested. The altitude is non-forgiving.

Outfitter Review: Lobo Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Dick Ray

Hunter: DAVE BRAGG

Animals Hunted: ELK / MULE DEER

SOLD US A ELK AND MULE DEER COMBO HUNT UNFORTUMATLY WHEN WE GOT THERE THE GUIDE SAID THEY HADN'T SEEN A MULE DEER IN YEARS WHERE WE WERE HUNTING. WE DIDNT SEE ANYTHING FOR 5 DAYS JUST WALKED AND WALKED AROUND THE SAME PIECE OF PROPERTY. ON THE DAY AFTER OUR HUNT MIKE, DICK RAY SON, TOOK HIS BUDDY OUT AND KILLED A NICE 6X6. WE DIDN'T EVEN GET TO SEE ONE AND THEY GO OUT AND COMCE BACK IN 4 HOURS WITH AND ELK. WHAT A RIP OFF, THESE PEOPLE SHOULD NOT BE IN THIS BUSINESS.

Outfitter Review: Timberline Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Doug Frank

Hunter: Wayne Bauer

Animals Hunted: Elk

Doug and Sherry Frank at Timberline Outfitters are awesome! We did an archery hunt for elk and let me tell you. It was an experience of a life time. A true wilderness drop camp all around!!!!! I can't wait to get back out there!!!!!

Outfitter Review: Frazier Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Sammy Frazier

Hunter: Marc W Doyon

Animals Hunted: Elk

We archery hunted for 5 days and saw several bulls in the 300 -330 class. With great effort from the guides we eventually scored. This hunt is everything the outfitter says it is. Sammy Frazier is a true outfitter / guide. You will not go wrong with this hunt.

Outfitter Review: Triple Track Hunting - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Brandan Stewart

Hunter: Mark Samson

Animals Hunted: Elk

First Elk hunt with bow; not particularly looking for trophy but had bow-range bulls on multiple occasions. Last AM had a trophy-size bull within feet, but they were not quite coming to bugles just yet. Took nice-sized cow and tagged out early. For realistic archery close opportunity at good bulls, this is the outfit. Physical conditioning highly recommended for NW Colorado, modest elevation.

Outfitter Review: Triple Track Hunting - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Alan Jones/Brandan Stewart

Hunter: Mark Samson

Animals Hunted: Elk

This was my first archery elk hunt, and although was not going after a trophy, I was presented with multiple legitimate archery shot opportunities including 1st AM hunt at a young bull and was within feet of a trophy-class bull on the 3rd day and tagged out on a nice cow. This outfit is highly recommended for the hunter who wants a realistic chance on a 300 class bull with bow. Physical conditioning is highly recommended.

Outfitter Review: Timberline Outfitters and Guide Service, Inc. - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doug Frank

Hunter: Tom Meadows

Animals Hunted: Elk

Doug provides a traditional wilderness elk hunt from tent camps. This is a limited draw unit with good bulls and excellent hunting for trophy elk and mule deer. It is surely worth the wait for your draw tags for this exceptional elk hunt from drop camps to guided hunts.

Outfitter Review: Timberline Outfitters & Guide Service, Inc. - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doug Frank

Hunter: George Strader

Animals Hunted: Elk

I've hunted with this outfitter several times and have never had a bad experience. Everyone in camp is very friendly and willing to help you out. This is a wilderness area, only way in is on horseback and then you hunt on foot. Elevations run 10,000 ft. and up, plenty of game around and the better shape you're in physically the better your chances are of getting an elk. I plan on hunting with this outfitter again.

Outfitter Review: Timberline Outfitters & Guide Service, Inc - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doug Frank

Hunter: Scott Harter

Animals Hunted: Elk

The hunts are quality hunts in a limited draw, wilderness area (no vehicle access, just horesback or hike in). The scenery is excellent, high mountain. Elk are usually sighted daily with various 5-pt and 6-pt bulls seen multiple times during a typical one-week archery hunt.

Outfitter Review: Rivers Bend - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Kip Gates

Hunter: ralph juart

Animals Hunted: elk

this is one great place to hunt the people there are great they make you fell just like you are at home i would recommend this outfitter to any one

Outfitter Review: Wallace Guide & Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Bill/Fred Wallace

Hunter: Don Andrews

Animals Hunted: Elk/Mule Deer

Fred makes it know that he doesn't like the public hunting on a public mountain. He put his clients within 100' of public hunters and left them there. He put his clients within 2 or 3 other public hunters where there is no chance that any game can get to you. He puts his clients in an area and tells them where to look for elk, then goes out and ties up the horses and sneaks out and sits in the area the hunter in looking. If he doesn't like you, he will make you walk across the mountain following 7 horses, because the 3 additional horses will spook the elk. If your hunting for elk, you will end up hunting in an area where mule deer have been seen. And visa versa for mule deer. He would ride his horse around the public hunters for hours and then come to camp and brag about it. You pay good money, you shouldn't be treated this way.

Outfitter Review: Rocky Mountain Ranches - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Larry Bishop

Hunter: Richard Bassett

Animals Hunted: Elk

Our group from NY did the drop camp hunt for both elk on one of Larry's ranches. Only 1 of us had ever hunted elk before. Out of the 6 of us we got 4 bulls and should have done better if we had more experiance. Everything Larry said was true and he made sure all of the hunt details were taken care of. I would higly recommend this outfitter and will definitly go back again soon.

Outfitter Review: Conrad Wygant - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Conrad Wygant

Hunter: Kevin Revis

Animals Hunted: Elk

Myself and a friend hunted with Conrad in Oct.during the second rifle season.It had been very dry and warm for some time before we arrived.My friend got altitude sickness and went back to Gunnison after the first day of hunting.I killed a 4x4 bull the third morning of the hunt.I think the warm and dry weather had everything to do with not seeing any more elk than we did.The sign was there but the elk were laid up in the dark timber.It was also a full moon.GET IN SHAPE!

Outfitter Review: Apache Park Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Rick Sears

Hunter: Tom McNamara

Animals Hunted: Elk

Outfitter takes advantage of other hunters misfotunes when they dont draw in a state and them misrepresents his hunt as a high quality private ranch when. Tells you about his best ranch and sends you somewhere else. Got Ill while i was out there and had to leave this hunt early and also cancel the next hunt in NM and never heard from him after several contact requests,Not even to see how i was doing. Kept my 3k deposite for my next hunt after the one i was one the week before i was to go to NM. RIP OFF ARTIST!!

Outfitter Review: Rocky Mountain Ranches - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Larry Bishop

Hunter: Donnie Tyndall

Animals Hunted: Mule Deer

Extraordinary elk,and deer hunting. Located in the Craig-Steamboat Springs area of northwestern Colorado, Rocky Mountain Ranches manages hunting properties that offer varying types of hunting terrain, from heavily forested elk habitat to rolling sage-dotted countryside where mule deer and antelope abound. Surrounded by beautiful Colorado scenery, you might want to spend some of your time taking pictures. The outfitter did everything he could to help me harvest a very nice 5 X 5 .

Outfitter Review: Rocky Mountain Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Larry Bishop

Hunter: STEVE TAYLOR

Animals Hunted: MULE DEER

LARRY IS A STRAIGHT SHOOTER.

Outfitter Review: Apache Park - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Rick Sears

Hunter: Rick Rubeis

Animals Hunted: Elk

Rick Sears misrepresented this hunt from the start..he should not be in the business..

Outfitter Review: Out West Guides - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Gary

Hunter: George Machen

Animals Hunted: ELK, MULE DEER

THIS OUTFITTER CARRIED ACHOLIC BEVERAGES INTO THE HUNTING AREA ON THE GUIDED HUNTS I THOUGHT THIS WAS A DISASTER WAITING TO HAPPEN.WHEN I TOLD HIM ACHOLIC BEVERAGES AND GUNS DONT MIX I WAS TOLD MIND MY OWN BUSINESS.

Outfitter Review: Private Land Bucks & Bulls - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Rick Sears

Hunter: Rick Rubeis

Animals Hunted: elk

Rick Sears came across as avery sincere outfitter, genuinely concerned with the expectations I had as the hunter..he turned out to be very unconcerned after he was paid and I believe he misrepresented the entire hunt,all aspects.

Outfitter Review: Conrad's High Country - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Conrad Wygant

Hunter: bob gregory

Animals Hunted: elk

I muzzleloaded hunted 4 days in the rut and never saw an elk. The truck we were in broke down twice. One day I could not hunt because the outfitter had no transportation for me. He refused to return any money. I paid for a 5day hunt and only got a 4 day hunt. The guide had very little experience. One day his call did not work ond he had to use my binoculars.Iam aguide in New York state and know how aguided hunt should be. This was the worst hunt I have ever been on from start to finish.I wasted 5 preference points for this disaster.

Outfitter Review: Jake Powell - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Jake Powell

Hunter: Tom Adelman

Animals Hunted: Elk

I did a muzzleloading hunt with the Powells in Sept 2002.I had been applying for the permit for a number of years and was very happy I chose to hunt with the Powells.Jake was excellent at not only knowing where the Elk were but was a great caller.The area we hunted is a wilderness area and the whole experience was a trip of a lifetime.We saw a number of elk and had opportunities for bulls that were in the 6x6 category.I shot a bull that was 6x6 and scored 310.I would definetly use the Powells for future Elk hunts.

Outfitter Review: Jake Powell - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Jake Powell

Hunter: Gene Kodama

Animals Hunted: elk

Jake and his wife Sal were an excellent outfitting team for my 1999 elk bowhunt. Jake is a world class hunter, woodsman, and archer. Sal ran an outstanding camp in support of Jake and his hunters. Her cooking was excellent. Their care and concern for their hunters was excellent. Their hunting areas were outstanding as was Jake's knowledge of the areas, the game, and how to hunt. I continue to try to get enough preference points to hunt with Jake again in his area.

Outfitter Review: Jake Powell - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Jake/Sal Powell

Hunter: Eliot Protsch

Animals Hunted: ELK

Jake and Sal Powell are two of the finest people that I have ever met. My friend and I spent 7 days with the two of them in the CO high country in Sept, 02. The quality of the hunt, food and accomodations, equipment, guiding service and their overall companionship was just outstanding! The Powell's have a one of a kind franchise area in a trophy elk unit that represents a true wilderness adventure for those willing to experience their type of hunt. My friend harvested a 310 class bull elk with a muzzle loader and I had several such opportunities. Both my friend and I would highly recommend them.I hope to live long enough to go back to their franchise area sometime,(hopefully with the Powell's). However, with the CO nonresident elk hunting program for the trophy zones, it might be awhile. Both my friend and are fortunate that we were able retain Jake and Sal as outfitters having waited 10 years for our trophy permits for unit 76. I would highly suggest that those looking for a great elk hunt with two great people check out Jake and Sal, they will not be disappointed!

Outfitter Review: Rivers Bend Outfitting - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Kip Gates

Hunter: Patrick Lemin

Animals Hunted: Elk

I hunted the fourth season of 2002, for approximately five minutes. I shot a 6X6 that scored 321 and my buddy shot a 6X6 that scored 217. We seen about 500 head of elk the day before and the first day of the season. I rode with Kip the last two days of the third season, during this time I helped pack drop camps out of Flat Tops Wilderness area. Out of the three camps there were eleven hunters and a total of eight bulls shot, two of the men missed. The horses were very well manored and the owner knows how to handle animals well. If anyone wants a quality hunt, this would be an excellent choice of camps.

Outfitter Review: Jake's Rio Grande Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Jake Powell

Hunter: Gene Weidemoyer

Animals Hunted: Elk, and others

I have been on several bow and rifle hunts with Jake, and I rate him as the most knowledgable hunter I have ever shared a camp with. Almost anyone can become an outfitter, but very few outfitters are accomplished hunters. Jake is one of the most successful bowhunters in Colorado and has been recognized by his peers for his extraordinary accomplishments. He shares his knowledge and experiences on his hunts. Whether it is elk, deer, moose, sheep or other Colorado game species you're after, Jake will provide you a top-notch, high quality hunt.

Outfitter Review: Apache Park Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Rick Sears

Hunter: Art Contreras

Animals Hunted: Mule Deer

Hunted for trophy Mule Deer, Çolorado third season. No weather to speak of , which is needed especially for the third season. Never the less I saw a several shootable bucks, missed one, easy shot!! Last day, last afternoon we glassed 5 good bucks, two of which were trophy class, ran out time and daylight. Hunts conducted on private property. Have already booked for 2003 Mule deer hunt.

Outfitter Review: Adventures Wild - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Aaron Neilson

Hunter: MATTHEW SCHRIEVER

Animals Hunted: MULE DEER/ WHITETAILS

GREAT HUNT, I SAW WHAT I WAS PROMISSED TO SEE. BUT THIS IS NO SLAM DUNK HUNT. AS A BOW HUNTER IT WAS SOME WHAT DIFFICAULT STALKING ON BUCKS WHEN THER WERE AS MANY AS 10-15 DEER TOGETHER AT A TIME, AND IN GRASS 8-15 INCHES TALL. DOES WERE THE ONES THAT FOILED MOST OF THE STALKS. SAY SEVERAL BUCKS (MULE DEER) IN THE 180-190 CLASS, WITH MOST IN THE 150-160 CLASS. IF YOU ARE SERIOUS HUNTER LOOKING TO BAG A WHOPPER OF A WHITETAIL AND OR MULE DEER THIS HUNT IS FOR YOU. THE TERAIN IS FLAT OPEN "AND I MEAN IT FLAT OPEN." CHOOSE CAMO ACCORDINGLY LIKE MOSSY OAK SHADOW GRASS ITS BY FAR THE BEST FOR THIS TYPE OF HUNTING. ALSO PRACTICE FOR LONG SHOTS (BOWHUNTERS) 50-70 YARD SHOTS ARE NOT UNCOMON.

Outfitter Review: Apache Park - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Rick Sears

Hunter: Chris Tillotson

Animals Hunted: mule deer, elk

This hunt in Colorado nov 2002 was exceptionally poorly run with too many hunters packed into too small an area without enough game. Guides were young and well-meaning but in dire need of overall direction and oversight.This outfit is a classic example of great marketing and talk with nothing to back it up.

Outfitter Review: Rocky Mountain Ranches - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Larry Bishop

Hunter: David Arnold

Animals Hunted: Elk

I did 2 rifle elk hunts& tagged out on both & an archery elk hunt last fall where I had 3 great opportunities on 3 separate good bulls but could'nt connect.Still had the time of my life. I'd do it again in a heartbeat

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: GARY BOURGEOIS

Animals Hunted: ELK, MULE DEER

THIS WAS MY 4TH HUNT WITH DOYLE AND THIS YEAR THE PRESSURE WAS ON ME. IV'E BEEN BRAGGING ABOUT DOYLE'S GUIDE SERVICE EVERY YEAR AFTER I RETURN.SO THIS PAST YEAR 5 OF MY BDDIES WENT WITH ME.NEEDLESS TO SAY WE ALL HAD A ONCE IN A LIFE TIME HUNT.IN FIVE DAYS WE TOOK SIX NICE BULLS AND SIX NICE MULIES.I STILL DON'T THINK THE SMILE HAS LEFT MY BEST FRIEND'S FACE YET.EVERYTHING WAS JUST AS I HAD BRAGGED (FANTASTIC)!! FROM THE GAME TO THE MEALS TO THE ACCOMADATIONS IT'S ALL FIRST CLASS.EVERY DAY WE ALL WERE SEEING ANIMALS WHICH MAKES FOR A GREAT TIME. I PASSED ON A 27" MULIE THE FIRST DAY BECAUSE THERE WERE A COUPLE 30"ERS RUNNING AROUND. THE SAME MORNING MY FRIEND STEVE WHO WAS OUT THERE THE YEAR BEFORE HAD A SIX BY SIX 30 YARDS FROM HIM AND PAST HIM UP ALSO BECAUSE HE HAD GOT GLIMPSE OF A SMASHER EARLIER.THIS IS THE STUFF THAT MAKES HUNTING SO MUCH FUN OUT THERE.THROW IN GREAT FOOD,HOT SHOWERS EVERY NITE,AND HONEST PEOPLE TO DEAL WITH,IT ALL ADDS UP TO A GREAT PLACE TO GO.

Outfitter Review: Rocky Mountain Ranches - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Larry Bishop

Hunter: Bob Botkin

Animals Hunted: Elk/Deer combo

We did a do it on your own hunt on his land with out guides, just a camp set up. Larry did our deer license applications and made everything very easy for us. I was very impressed with the way the hunt was handled (no suprises). Very professional.We all saw lots of game and got 3 nice bulls and 4 bucks. All 6 of us are going again next fall. For a non guided hunt I can recommend this outfit highly.

Outfitter Review: Frazier Outfitting - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Sammy Frazier

Hunter: Tom Finger

Animals Hunted: Elk

If you want the opportunity to see plenty of elk and the chance to shoot a real nice one, then get in contact with Sammy Frazier. But you better be in excellent shape. Be willing to hike a long distance to find the elk. Be willing to sleep in a wall tent on a mat when its 10 degrees. Be willing to get up at 3:30am and climb some rough terrian after a horseback ride. Be ready to crawl on your hands and knees for a good distance to get yourself in position for a shot.Thats what we did for three straight days until Sammy got me within range of a nice 6x6. During those three days we saw plenty of different elk. Several 5x5's and a couple 6x6's. It was physically draining and extremely thrilling at the same time. The food was excellent. Sammy and his other guide (Jake) worked extremely hard for us. The horses were gentle (great for a non-rider like myself). Sammy gives you a real confidence boost, everyday I went out I thought there was a real good chance that I would get an elk.Our group of three filled out by the third day. There were other unguided hunters in the area who had not seen elk yet. Once you get your elk he takes care of everything. (You help quarter it)If you want a free range hunt to remember and you can shoot and your willing to work at it, then Sammy would be a good choice.

Outfitter Review: J & D Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: Ralph Delius

Animals Hunted: Elk

I also hunted 4th season at the Montrose ranch. I am, I'm embarrassed to say, one of the guys who whiffed his shot and did not take home an elk. Despite going home empty handed, I had a great hunt and second what the Geibs wrote. I am relatively new to hunting, and Doyle and his team were terrific. The accomodations were more than satisfactory, and the food was quite good. If you're determined to get a bull in the 375+ class, this is probably not the hunt for you (although the Cripple Creek ranch may harbor some bulls in that size range)-Doyle will be very up front about this. However, if you want to see plenty of animals and are happy with a bull in the 250 to 320 range, it would be hard to imagine a better situation. Although deer season was closed, the deer were plentiful and several of the bucks were huge. I have already given Doyle a deposit for another hunt...

Outfitter Review: Sammy Frazier - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Sammy Frazier

Hunter: David F Finger

Animals Hunted: Elk

This was my first elk hunt. Sammy Frazier was recommended to me by a good friend who had hunted with him before. I can't say enough good things about the knowledge, expertise and flat out "work ethic" Sammy has. I had worked out plenty at the gym before I came out to hunt and I was in shape. However, the terrain was rugged and steep and the elevation was tough on us. This was one of the most physically demanding things I've ever done. I was almost ready to give up on myself and my "beat up" body but Sammy was bound and determined to get me tagged out. He stayed positive and got me in front of an elk. (I was starting to "kick myself" as I had passed on a small 4 x 4 the first day) It took me until the third day of our 5 day hunt before I got my bull...a beautiful 5 x 5...for me a bull of a lifetime. If I could do it again...I'd go with Sammy!Dave FingerMadison, WI

Outfitter Review: Silver Spur Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Trent Snyder

Hunter: Dennis Flaherty

Animals Hunted: Mule Deer

This was my first guided hunt on private land and I was very impressed. The guides were very familiar with the leases and I saw nice bucks everday. Opening day I saw 15 legal bucks and a few were 25+ inches wide. I can't say enough good things about Trent and his guides. They do everything possible to get you your buck. After I shot my 4x4 buck I was guided to a nice cow elk the follwing day on another lease. I can hardly wait to go back next year!Feel free to contact me.

Outfitter Review: J & D Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: Bill Geib

Animals Hunted: Elk

My son and I hunted the 4th season in Unit 64 with J&D Outfitters. There were 4 hunters in camp at their Montrose location. We all had shooting opportunities at bull elk. There was a 50% success rate with my son's 6x6 and my 6x5.The entire organization goes the extra mile to make you feel comfortable. The guides, Doyle and Bryant, know the land like the back of their hands and are constantly working to get bull elk in front of you. The food was hearty, homecooked and plentiful. Accommodations were a real nice central lodge and detached 2 person cabins with their own hot water and shower. Transfers to and from the airport right on schedule.There were no surprises, you got what you contracted for and then some. In addition to elk, the land has significant mule deer. None of us had drawn a tag, but we saw several bucks approaching 28-30 inch spreads.I have been on 14 other guided hunts and this experience ranks right up there in the top category. I plan to go again in 2004 hopefully for a combination elk and mule deer hunt.

Outfitter Review: J & D Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: Matthew Geib

Animals Hunted: Elk

My father and I just returned from J&D Outfitters and had an amazing time. Together we've been on about 8 guided hunts over the years and this was the best so far. Doyle and Bryant are two of the best guides in the business and the huge elk and deer populations only added to the enjoyment.The week we were in camp my father and I each took nice bulls, mine a big 6 x 6 and his a very nice 6 x 5. The 2 other hunters in camp had several oppurtunities to tag bulls but missed their shots.Overall, everyone one in camp was proffesional and extremetly personable. Be prepared to have a great time each night after the days hunts are done.One word of warning, when you do go, don't be surprised to see over a hundred mule deer each day. We're putting in for Mule Deer preference points this year and will be back to hunt in '04.I can only say great things about the entire operation.

Outfitter Review: Golden Eagle Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Donny Carr

Hunter: Tim Bakker

Animals Hunted: Mule Deer

This was supposed to be a hunt for trophy mule deer. The fun started when the guide got lost driving to camp. The first day of the hunt, he didn't know the ranch boundaries.....things didn't get much better. The outfitter said I should "hold out for a 190" class deer"....what a joke. Even the guides said there were few if any on the ranch. I could've put up with the sub par camp conditions if the game had been there. No deer were even sighted until the third day. The two elk hunters that were in camp left after 1 day.

Outfitter Review: Apache Park - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Rick sears

Hunter: pjs

Animals Hunted: elk archery

I tried to leave after the 3rd day, he would not refund any money. He told me a bunch of BS to get my money, the hunt was nothing like what it was supposed to be. In fact, the hunt ended up in a whole different unit. The guides felt it was o.k to tresspass on other ranches. After the 5th day i rented a car and saw more and better elk on public land, even though i was still paying for the rip off hunt.

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: Rob Prosser

Animals Hunted: Antelope

Doyle is straight and honest when it comes to the hunt and quality of the animals you will be hunting. This was an archery hunt with my 12yr old son along for the experience. I had expressed to Doyle that I would like to try and harvest a 15"+ antelope, his response was "there are several that size and better". That was an understatement, as we saw antelope up to 17"+. We hunted both waterholes and by decoy, though the weather for the week was not always in our favor. Doyle used his knowledge of the animals,giving 100% in trying to offer the best opportunity for a shot. On the last day we spotted a buck and were able to get into position to pop up the decoy, I got the shot and harvested my animal. He was not one of the big boys, but a trophy just the same. Doyle did a great job to make the hunt enjoyable for both my son and I, so much that I plan on returning for another bow hunt.

Outfitter Review: J & D Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: Rob Prosser

Animals Hunted: Antelope

Doyle delivered as promised. When I first spoke with Doyle he told me there was a number of 15"+ antelope on the ranch,(he spoke the truth)as we saw animals up to a possible 18". We hunted by both decoy and waterholes. The weather did not always cooperate, but Doyle never quit and on the last day he was able to decoy a buck within bow range. It wasn't one of the big boys but a trophy still the same. My 12yr old son was along for the hunt and Doyle helped him enjoy the experience so much he wants to go back. Doyle gives 100%, more important he is very knowledgeable of the game and works with you to get the best opportunity for a shot. By far the best guided hunt I've been on. Great guide/person-you can't go wrong on a hunt with Doyle. Hope to be going back for elk in 2003.

Outfitter Review: Dolores River Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: DJ Winters

Hunter: Jack Cannon

Animals Hunted: Elk & Mule Deer

Weather was our biggest problem. This late in October you would expect temps to stay in the 60's or lower. Instead, we had highs in the 80's most days. The deer were moving only at first and last light. Elk were usually bedded down before legal shooting light. Thus making it difficult to find them. The guides never gave up. The only sign of frustration was the guide that was forced to be with one of our party that had bought a new magnum rifle just before the hunt and was scared to death of the recoil. After 6 days of this idiot shooting and missing at some 7 different mule deer bucks, ranging from 24" - one that was over 30". the Guide had had enough and swapped out with another guide. The guide's climbed trees to look for game, hiked up and down the hills and busted brush. They even put on drives when we realized we weren't going to find game by sitting and glassing. When I spotted a herd of elk bedding down one morning some two miles from me, I told the guides that had come back to camp for a quickie lunch. All of them wanted to join in on the afternoon's hunt for the elk. We ended up making a 3 mile, round-a-bout hike to get on the elk only to have the elk get up and head off before we could get set. Two bulls were seen but the closest we could get to them was 500 yards and they stayed in the brush so we really couldn't tell just how good they were. DJ Winters was constantly there, checking up on us and making sure we had everything we needed. The camp cook served excellent meals. She even opened her house to us so that we could drive down and take showers, something that the heat had made a requirement as we were getting so we couldn't stand the smell of one another!:)All in all, this was a trip I'd repeat. I look forward to going out with DJ again in 2003.

Outfitter Review: Redd Ranches - CO

Outfitter / Owner: David Redd

Hunter: KERRY BOWEN

Animals Hunted: ELK

LOTS OF ANIMALS SPOTTED.OUT OF EIGHT HUNTERS IN OUR GROUP,WE KILLED 5 BULLS AND THREE COWS.

Outfitter Review: Lunney Mtn. Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Bret Harvey

Hunter: Rodney Nutt

Animals Hunted: Elk

I have hunted with Bret 4 out of the last five years. Located just north/east of Meeker, there is a large resident population of Elk. Bret Hunts his own Private land, And He will put you on the Elk. (one bit of advice, get in shape before the trip and it willmake your hunt all that much better)You stay in the downstairs (walkout)of a New Log Home, with two Showers, two heads, two Bedrooms with bunks. And You Won't go hungry....

Outfitter Review: Rivers Bend Outfitter - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Kip Gates

Hunter: Pat Lemin

Animals Hunted: Elk

Kip and his family were very hospitable.We hunted their ranch, and other surrounding state forest. We only saw one hunter hunter other than our own group in the week that we were there. game was seen everyday. if a person would have a complaint about this place, tehy could not be pleased anywhere. We have been on many hunting trips in the west, many of them we thought were good , this trip proved that to be wrong.I plan to hunt with Kip and his family again.

Outfitter Review: River Bend Outfitter - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Kip Gates

Hunter: Jim Deibert

Animals Hunted: Elk

Kip gave me 100% in a very tough situation and although i was not succesful, I would not even consider a different outfitter Jim

Outfitter Review: River Bend Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Kip Gates

Hunter: Terry L. Heeter

Animals Hunted: Elk

Kip and his family was VERY hospitable

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: GARY BOURGEOIS

Animals Hunted: ELK & MULE DEER

SAYING MY 13 YEAR OLD SON AND I HAD A GREAT TIMEWITH DOYLE WOULD BE AN UNDERSTAEMENT.IT WAS AWESOME.WE WERE IN THE ELK AND DEER EVERY DAY.THE ELK WERE STILL BUGLING,SO THIS MADE FOR SOME EXCITING MOMENTS.DOYLE AND HIS CREW DID EVERTHINGTO MAKE MY SON FEEL LIKE HE WAS PART OF THE FAMILY.MY SON GOT A NICE DEER THE FIRST DAY ANDHIS ELK THE THIRD DAY.I TOOK A 170 CLASS MULIE THE4TH DAY AND AFTER PASSING ON 5 BULLS TOOK ONE THELAST DAY.LET ME TELL YOU THIS PLACE IS THE REAL DEAL, FROM THE FOOD TO LODGING TO THE STAFF TO THE ANIMALS IT'S A GREAT EXPERIENCE.THER'S ONLYONE PROBLEM, THE WEEK GOES BY WAY TO FAST.IN THISEVER CHANGING WORLD WE NOW LIVE IN IT'S SURE NICETO HAVE A PLACE LIKE J&D OUTFITTERS TO GO TO AND FORGET ABOUT ALL THE WORLD'S TROUBLES, AT LEAST FOR A WEEK. THANKS AGAIN DOYLE.

Outfitter Review: Elkhorn Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Dick Dodds

Hunter: CJ

Animals Hunted: Antelope

I saw a total of 3 antelope bucks and shot one that the guide told me it was a typical 13" buck, and it turned out to be a non-typical 10". The guide left a full bladder and rectum in the animal after field dressing it. When I went to butcher it, the meat was contaminated with urine, and fecal matter. The sleeping quarters was like having to sleep in a small fish house with 6 guys. Too cozy for me! When I booked the hunt I was told by a very reputable consulting firm that the average hunter sees up to 50 bucks a day! Not based on my experience. Large amounts of antelope in NW Colorado do not exist there!

Outfitter Review: Frazier Outfitting - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Sammy Frazier

Hunter: Mark Sycks

Animals Hunted: Elk

I hunted with Frazier Outfitting the first rifle limited rifle season 2001. This hunt took place in Unit 76. This unit is a limited draw area. In 2001 it took 6 preference points to draw a tag. Base camp was adequate. All equipment was in excellent shape and his horses are well seasoned and easy to handle. Be prepared to spend a lot of time in the saddle as horses are used to get you around. We used spike camps to get close to the elk to reduce saddle time. Elk were plentiful. The quality of the bulls was marginal. Our group of 8 took 8 bulls. He also had a drop camp of 5 and they took 5 bulls. Out of 13 bulls all were average in size. No one saw a bull that would pass the 300 mark. That doesn’t mean that they are not there. This area is huge and very rugged. If you want a serious hunt then this one is for you. If you want to play cards and tip a few beers then you should probably look elsewhere.

Outfitter Review: Wallace Guides & Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Bill Wallace

Hunter: Kelly Kerridge

Animals Hunted: Elk

I had hunted with this outfitter before. The outfitter advertises 1 guide to every 2 or 3 hunters. In two years there I have only witnessed 1 guide per every 6 hunters. The so called guides are not experienced elk hunters the just keep you from getting lost, hence called guides. The first dissappointment was on day one when I found out that the Wallaces had been chasing elk with muzzleloaders for a week immediately prior to our bowhunt. After 4 days we hadn't filled any tags. The guide apparently took it personally and started treating everyone like crap. I didn't pay to be treated that way and if your expecting hospitality keep looking. If the hunting is bad you will not find it here. On the 5th day one hunter made the guide mad by yelling out to him after being left behind on the mountain one evening. The guide punished him by yelling at him and making him walk back to camp in the dark. On the 6th day I had enough and asked to leave. It was two days early that's how disgusted I was. When I arrived at the main lodge, the owner addressed my dissatisfaction with the hunt by putting his fist in my face and threatening me, shaking his finger in my face and then shoving it into my mouth, and then finally by threatening to sue me for slander if I wrote any letters telling what happened. Just thought you should know about Wallace Guides and Outfitters of Colbran Co. Make your own decision, maybe your more tollerant than I am. Good luck

Outfitter Review: Rocky Mountain Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Jerry Smith

Hunter: Brent Waage

Animals Hunted: Elk / Mule Deer

I hunted with this outfit in 1997 after it was purchased from the Ross family. I have been a guide and this being my first guided hunt as a hunter I was extremely disapointed with the hunt.The guides did not know the area, the guides wanted me to smoke marijuana with them and they had us drinking water from the Pine river in which I contracted a bad case of Giardia which put me out of commisssion for the last day of the hunt, and made me very ill for weeks to come.No legal game was sighted until the last day of the hunt and which no shot was fired. The camp cook was filthy and the food left a lot to be desired. I should have stayed home and just flushed the $3500.00 down the toilet. Be careful in your outfitter selection folks!

Outfitter Review: Apache Park Ranches - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Rick Sears

Hunter: Jones, William K. (Bill)

Animals Hunted: mule deer

Only one hunt, but had a blast even though did not shoot a buck. That was my choice!!! Guides were young and super hard working!!!

Hunter Rating

Submit Date: Sep 20, 2001

Outfitter Review: Pikes Peak Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Gary Jordan

Hunter: Do not wish to disclose

Animals Hunted: mule deer

I am scheduled for a hunt there and have learned I will not be hunting there due to his camp being shut down. I am also out 3/4 of the cost of the hunt. I hope no one else has paid their money.

Outfitter Review: Conrads High Country Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Conrad Wygant

Hunter: Barry Moyer

Animals Hunted: Elk

This was the 26th guided hunt I have been on, and I would rank this hunt as one of the best. I had 8 different bulls within 40 yards and got shots at 2 of them ( both 5 point bulls ). I deflected my arrow of a stick on the 1st one, and mis-judged the distance on the 2nd one. If you are in good physical shape and can walk 10 to 13 miles a day, this is a great elk hunt. I would not hesitate recommending this outfitter to anyone.

Outfitter Review: Winterhawk Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Larry Amos

Hunter: Jim Brandt

Animals Hunted: Elk, Mule Deer

When Larry say's he promises to cash your check and take your money, believe him. This was the poorest run outfit I have ever seen. Most guides in our camp were on their first hunt. Two had been camp jacks until the week we arrived. Larry is as lazy as they come. We ran low on supplies, but Larry couldn't seem to find time for someone to bring the pack horses in. 7 hunters, 1 spike seen in 9 days. The area was crowded and not at all as promised.If you want to go on a good hunt, don't go here. If you want someone to cash your check, you found the place.

Outfitter Review: Middle Creek Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Chuck Wiles

Hunter: Jerry Gritzuk

Animals Hunted: ELK

GOT RIPPED OFFSuppose to be a 2 on 1 guided hunt on private land. We had 1 guide who also was the outfitter ,camp cook and etc. for 3 hunters.(by himself)Not to mention that we also had 2000 sheep in camp with us.(sheep and elk don't mix!)

Outfitter Review: Lazy F Bar Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Bill Guerrieri

Hunter: Randy Albright

Animals Hunted: Elk and Mule deer

I have hunted with these people five times on combo elk and deer hunts and harvested four deer and four elk. I also hunted muzzleloader season one time for elk and got a 5x5 bull. The people at Lazy F Bar were great from the first hunt I had with them. They treat everyone like old friends and go to whatever it takes to give you a good hunt and to be able to get a shot. They do their part, you just have to do yours. They have a place for everyone.If you can't go far or if you can climb any mountain they can accomidate you,(male or female). They take only 10 hunters a season, two hunters to one guide. The accomodations are great and the meals are home cooked and excellent. Book yourself a hunt, you'll be glad you did.

Outfitter Review: Chuck Davies - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Mark Davies

Hunter: Jack Bodkin

Animals Hunted: Elk & Deer

Even though the weather in the Fall of 1999 was a little warm 18 hunters bagged 9 elks and 3 mule deer. No hunter was disatisfied with the amount of game seen. The accomodations in this remote camp were very good with the food quality approaching a 5 star restaurant. The owner and his guides worked hard to move the game so that all would have an opportunity to take an elk or a deer.

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters & Guide Service - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: Kerry Smith

Animals Hunted: Elk and Mule Deer

Doyle Worbington gave over 100% to make my hunt a lasting memory. The lodging was supreme. The food was beyond expectations. His chefs prepared food that was tremendous. The environment was great. The quality and quantity of animals was excellent. He and his guides had done excellent research before hand and placed me where the game was. I saw animals every day and passed up some good elk and mule deer bucks in order to take the animals I wanted. I killed a 5x5 muley and a 6x4 bull elk. His guides were curtious and hard working. Everything was great from the pick up at the airport to the caping out of my trophies. Doyle made the experience one of a lifetime. I look forward to my next trip with Doyle and his service.

Outfitter Review: Pierce Brothers - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Leon & Howard Pierce

Hunter: ROBERT DALGETY

Animals Hunted: ELK & MULE DEER

SEEN ELK EVERY DAY, 8 TOTAL IN THREE DAYSFOOD WAS EXCELLENT WITH FULL PACKAGEMUST COOK YOURSELF ON SEMI GUIDEDHUNTED WITH HORSES,QUADS,WALKING AND STILL HUNTEDGUIDES NEW AREA VERY WELL SEEN NO OTHER HUNTERS IN THE FIELD, OTHERS SEEN 2IF YOU GO YOU MUST SEE THE RIM IF YOU CAN MAKE ITGREAT AREA TO HUNT,ONE OF THE BEST HUNTS OF MY LIFEGOOD HUNTING ROBERT

Outfitter Review: Colorado High Guide Service - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Cade Benson

Hunter: Russ Claybaugh

Animals Hunted: Elk

We Went on a Black Powder Elk hunt in one of the drop camps,Cade put us right in elk country. we saw elk every day,we saw 50 cows and 6 bulls in our week long hunt and ended up taking a 4X5 bull on the fourth day.Cade is honest and will tell you what to expect.Excellent hunt for the $800 cost!

Outfitter Review: Conrad's High Country Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Conrad Wygant

Hunter: Sean Stevens

Animals Hunted: Elk, Mule deer

I began working for Conrad in the fall of 2000 and I'll let you into a little insight about his operation. Basically its a hoax. I worked for him as basically his slave while being yelled at the entire time. After getting tired of his s@#$ I told him to shove it. We were supposed to be trained and all that consisted of was watching videos during dinner. We tore down trees and marked trails in his "most successful areas" which we saw little to no sign in and cleaned camp. In addition to this some of his stands were set up in spots that shots of 500-600 yds had to be made. All of the guides were new and we soon figured out why. Nobody would come back to work for him, not even his own son. The one good thing about this was his wife was a wonderful cook and kept everyone well fed. Why she puts up with him I dont know. After talking to a few of the guides that stuck around, its sounds like he was just as rude to the customers as he was to us. Just thought i would give you a heads up. For obvious reasons im not putting my real name but i can be contacted by email if you have had any similar experiences with him.

Outfitter Review: Pierce Brothers - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Leon Pierce

Hunter: ROBERT DALGETY

Animals Hunted: ELK,MULE DEER, BEAR

ONE OF THE BEST HUNTS I'VE EVER BEEN ON. SEEN LOTS OF BIG ELK AND PLENTY OF MULE DEER.WE ONLY SEEN ONE OTHER HUNTER THE WHOLE TIME THERE. THERE WAS FOUR OF US, WE ALL GOT ELK.YOU CAN SEE OUR ELK ON THEIR WEB SITE AT "" COLORADOOUTFITTERS""YOU CAN ALSO GET REFERENCES OTHER THEN ME. THE THREE OTHER GUYS WITH ME, ARE ALL GOING BACK. I HUNTED WITH THE OWNER AND HE KNEW THE LAND LIKE THE BACK OF HIS HAND.ON THE SECOND DAY OUT WE HUNTED THE RIM, THE HARDEST HUNT THERE,WE SEEN A BIG BULL, LITTLE BULL TWO COWS AND A CALF. THEY WERE ACROSS A VALLEY ABOUT 2,000 YARDS AWAY,HE SAID DO YOU WANT THAT BULL, I SAID YES BUT ITS TOO FAR AWAY,HE SAID WE'LL BE THERE IN 30 MINUTES,--NO WAY --YOU WOULD HAVE TO SEE THIS RIM, BUT IN 28 MINUTES WE WERE ACROSS A 50 YARD MEADOW FROM THE ELK.THE COWS WERE RACING BACK AND FORTH, THE WIND WAS IN OUR FAVOUR.THE ELK WERE BUGLING, IT WAS GREAT. THE HAIR ON THE BACK OF MY NECK STOOD UP.THEN THE WIND CHANGED, THEY WERE GONE, NO SOUND NO NOISE NOTHING JUST GONE.THAT WAS THE BEST HUNT I'VE HAD AND GOT NOTHING,NOW I'VE SHOT BIG MOOSE ,BIG DEER, BUT MY BEST HUNT I GOT NOTHING. FOOD WAS GREAT. THERE IS A COUPLE OF DIFFERENT HUNTS,FULLY GUIDED OR SEMI GUIDED.CALL THEM YOU WONT BE DISAPPOINTEDAT LEON PIERCE 1-970-434-4439GOOD HUNTING ROB

Outfitter Review: Back Country Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: David Guilliams

Hunter: David Williams

Animals Hunted: Elk, Mule Deer

I hunted the third week of Oct. Saw more elk sign than any where else I have ever hunted. I harvested a nice 5x4 bull elk on the sixth day in the last 15 minutes of shooting time!!! I saw many mule deer everyday, but missed the only opportunity at a shot at a big buck. These are great people who want to see you succeed!!!!

Outfitter Review: Wildcat Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Chris Jurney

Hunter: CAL MCCOLLUM

Animals Hunted: ANTELOPE

THEY RUN A TOP NOTCH ANTELOPE HUNT OUT OF CRAIG, COLORADO. Y0U WILL SCORE BTWN 70-80. MOST WILL BE AROUND 14" WITH GOOD MASS, AND BIG BODY. THEY QUARTER THE ANIMAL AND GET IT IN THE COOLER WITH IN 20 MINUTES. THEY CAPE, SALT, AND TAKE YOU TO THE TAXIDERMIST WHO IS EXCELLENT. YOU WON'T HAVE TO HUNT LONG BEFORE TAKING A SHOT. THEY ARE GREAT GUYS TO HUNT WITH.

Outfitter Review: Pierce Brothers - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Leon/Howard Pierce

Hunter: Terrence H. Thompson

Animals Hunted: BULL ELK

4 OF US IN CAMP ALL TAGS FILLED THE THIRD DAY 1 6X5 2 5X5 1 4X5 LEON& HOWARD SURE KNOW THEIR STUFF THE LODGE IS VERY COMFORTABLE LOTS OF FOOD

Outfitter Review: Frazier Outfitting - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Sammy Frazier

Hunter: Chuck Loebsack

Animals Hunted: Elk

If you saving points in Colorado, make sure you save enough to get into unit #76. Don't miss the opportunity to hunt with Sammy Frazier. This is a first class operation, with outstanding guides, excellant accomidations and outstanding food. Sammy is one of the hardest working fellows you'll ever meet and his guides and camp staff are a reflection of his work ethic, not to mention, some of the finest gentelman I have ever had the pleasure to meet. Weather conditions were against us and we still harvested 4 bulls out of six hunters and one fellow passed on a smaller Bull. Even with the weather, we saw lots of Elk. Had I not shot a Bull, this hunt would have still been a success in my book. I'll have memories of this hunt for the rest of my life. Breathtaking scenery, great camp, outstanding food, first class guides and britherhood. Life just doesn't get any better than that!

Outfitter Review: KW Wapiti Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Kevin Wells/John Knoll

Hunter: Douglas Fields

Animals Hunted: ELK

KW Wapiti Outfitters run a professional service with the hunter's success their goal. But they don't forget all the other elements that make for a very enjoyable hunt. I enjoyed a successful elk hunt with 3 other hunters in the beautiful Sawtooth Mountain camp run by Kevin Wells and John Knoll. The scenery, the hunt, the camp and the comradery all blended to make a very memorable Colorado adventure.

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: Dave Marcy

Animals Hunted: Elk and Mule deer

I have been on 4 hunts and this was the best by far! Abundant game allowed you to hunt all week for Elk and Mule deer if you so desired. We scored 100% which seems to be the norm there! Book early as Doyle fills up fast. We are going back in 2002! The food and guides are fantastic and will do what it takes to make your hunt! Ask for Rudy or Doyle and you will not be disappointed! The scenery is awesome and is worth the trip alone. Dave Marcy

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: ROGER G. LYNCH

Animals Hunted: ELK

IF YOU WANT QUALITY GAME THIS IS THE PLACE

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: E. Gene Pleasants

Animals Hunted: elk & mule deer

I have never seen so many huge mule deer--

Outfitter Review: Pikes Peak Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Gary Jordon

Hunter: Bill Burkey

Animals Hunted: elk

this hunt was a bow hunt for elk in sept. We were told to expect at least one shot within 30 yards. There were 16 hunters in camp not 1 shot taken. no one even saw an elk. what a rip off!

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: BOB LONG

Animals Hunted: ELK / MULE DEER

Been on several hunts and this was by far the best ever. The game was more than abundant. Elk and Mule Deer could be seen almost anywhere. We scored 100% our week which was the norm with all weeks. Book early because the weeks go fast and Doyle takes up to six (6) a week so don't wait. Can't say enough about the food, our guide (Rudy), the scenery,the game or Doyle Worbington our outfitter!!! See you there---Bob

Outfitter Review: Samuelson Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Richard Samuelson

Hunter: Larry Ludlam

Animals Hunted: ELK

My brother and I were promised an experienced guide, but we got someone who had never guided before. There were elk all around us (Some bugling) but the guide never got us within sight or smell of one. After a snow on the last day I found several tracks on the ridge next to camp.

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: Kyle Blackmon

Animals Hunted: Elk, Mule Deer

Very nice camp with good accomadations and pleanty of game sightings. Both the elk and mule deer were of record class quality with pleanty of close encounters.

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: Joe Culton

Animals Hunted: Elk

I had given up on the idea of ever going with an outfitter again -- (no success, mediocre accomodations and food,etc.) I felt I could do better on my own. I met Doyle at a RMEF convention and was so impressed with his knowledge, background, and good manners, that I decided to try one more time. The trip exceeded all expectations. The knowledge and competence of his guides, the clean, comfortable accomodations, the wonderful food and good humor of the cook, the abundance of game,(including the great trophy I brought home,and the great camaraderie of the group. Above all, the charachter and ethics of the owner, Doyle Worbington, made it a trip and hunt to remember.

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: Stan Turner

Animals Hunted: Elk

This was a perfect hunt. Game was plentiful, guides made everyone feel at home, accomodations were truly outstanding, the cook was the best I've ever seen.I can not find a single thing i would change about using this outfitter. They were professional in the truest sense of the word. I highly recommend them without any reservations whatsoever.

Outfitter Review: Walz Guide Service - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Mitch/Jim Walz

Hunter: Lanny Schwartz

Animals Hunted: antelope, deer, elk

I hunted antelope and elk. I looked at dozens of bucks before choosing one. The first day elk hunting I saw probably 1500 elk. They did a drive on elk that pushed SEVERAL HUNDRED elk out of the draws. Two elk were taken and I missed. I later got a 4 x 5 elk. They were 100% successful on elk this year and I believe also on antelope and deer. Hunting is mostly from pickups- suitable for the less fit. This is on a Ranching for Wildlife ranch so tag is guaranteed and there is greater flexibility in hunt dates. Prices are reasonable for this kind of hunt. You would be an idiot not to book this hunt.

Outfitter Review: Pikes Peak Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Gary Jordan

Hunter: Gene Serafine

Animals Hunted: Trophy Mule Deer

I booked this as a Trophy Mule Deer Hunt in the Colorado Plains area. We were told we would see deer in the 170 and above class with antler widths in the 27 inch and above range. I had seen articles and testimonials about Pikes Peak Outfitters by prominent sports writers and I had a chance to talk to Jim Zumbo, who had hunted with Pikes Peak the previous year. Everything sounded great except for the steep $4500 price tag. For a hunt of a lifetime, 2 of my buddies and I decided to go for it. Owner, Gary Jordan, and 2 other guides met us at the airport and we were transported to our hotel. I rode with Jordan and asked him how the previous week of hunting had gone. He showed me photos of 2 average mule deer that were taken. They were far from the trophy deer I expected to see. When I asked him about trophy size animals he showed me some photos. They were photos of the same deer that I saw when I booked the hunt 2 years earlier. I later found out that there had not been any trophy size deer taken in our area in the past 2 years, and the ranch we were to hunt on had only a minimal size herd.In the 5-day hunt, I did not see an antlered deer. I saw a few does most days, but nothing more. Out of 6 hunters, a small 3-point buck was the only deer taken. No one saw a trophy buck. One hunter went home in disgust after 3 days. The owners of the adjacent ranch told us the deer population was dismal in the area we were hunting. It was a complete washout. Outfitters such as Pikes Peak are very good at advertising. They give sports writers and other celebrities hunts in exchange for favorable articles. The hunts these guys go on are "special" and "set-up" so that they will see and bag quality game. Don't be fooled as I was. The average guy who plops down his money doesn't get to go on the same hunt as these guys. Check out the January 2001 issue of the NRA's American Hunter Magazine. Editor John Zent was treated to a white tail deer hunt by Pikes Peak Outfitters. As a result, a 4-page article complete with great photos appears in the magazine. There is an abbreviated on-line version too, check it out at http://www.americanhunter.org/features/jan/pikes_peak3.htm. It's enough to make me want to sign up for another hunt with Gary Jordan. But I wont. I've been burned by his organization once and that was a hard to swallow $4500 lesson that I don't need to repeat.

Outfitter Review: Bruton's Guide Service - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Warren Bruton

Hunter: Jerry Baumann

Animals Hunted: elk

Went on the third rifle hunt during the second week of Nov. Area received snow and cold temps. Went out there with 8 other hunters for 5 days on a 2X1 hunt. Opening morning two of us went with a guide and his 9 year old son. I was placed in a stand and left with the 9 year old while the guide took the other hunter to another location. I ended up baby sitting for a kid who sword fought with the bushes, threw chunks of snow down the hill side and I ended the morning hunt when he started to sing a bunch of songs while sitting on a rock behind me. Figuring this was a fluke I didn't say anything untill I got stuck with the kid again that night. After talking to the outfitter (kids grandfather)in a nice way, I didn't have anymore problems but seemed to have gotten on his sh!! list for the next few days. Things did work out better near the end of the week as we got to know each other a little better.Saw lots of cow elk every day, the guides were friendly and knew the territory very well. The two bulls that our group took were nice and we worked hard for them. Everyone we spoke with in town and around the ranch said we should have easly taken 6 or 7 bulls and the lack of elk was very rare for this outfitter.If you just want to shoot an average bull out of a hayfield, stay in a bunkhouse, and eat pretty well, this would be a good hunt for you.

Outfitter Review: Samuelson Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Richard Samuelson

Hunter: LARRY LUDLAM

Animals Hunted: ELK

OUR GUIDE NEVER GUIDED BEFORE, DIDN'T KNOW AREA, AND BLUNDERED THROUGH 5 DAYS. THIS HUNT ADDED NEW MEANING TO FAIR CHASE. GUIDE NEVER HAD A PLAN OR IDEA ON HOW TO FIND US ELK. ELK WERE IN AREA, BUT HIS INEXPERIENCE LEFT US EMPTY. ONE DAY WE HAD TO WAKE UP THE CAMP AND START BREAKFAST. GUIDE KEPT ASKING US WHAT WE WANTED TO DO?? WE TOLD HIM TO SEE ELK AND GET WITHIN BOW RANGE. HE GOT HURT WHEN WE TOLD HIM THAT IS WHAT HE'S BEING PAID FOR.

Outfitter Review: Hawkins Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Don & Vicki Hawkins

Hunter: Fran Griffith

Animals Hunted: Elk

We are planning another trip with Hawkins outfitters and taking along 6 other friends this year.

Outfitter Review: Pikes Peak Outfitters - Colorado

Outfitter / Owner: Gary Jordon

Hunter: Mark Livingston

Animals Hunted: Mule Deer

We booked a trophy mule deer hunt and saw P & Y class animals everyday. It was a tree stand hunt with 8 hunters in camp. Two 150-160 P&Y mulies were taken with everyone passing smaller bucks to get a crack at the big ones we were seeing daily. Other than the long hours in tree stands needed to wait them out, I can't find a single thing that I would have done differently. I look forward to going back.

Outfitter Review: Conrads High Country Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Conrad Wygant

Hunter: Mike Mshar

Animals Hunted: Elk

Conrad runs a first rate camp, If you go prepared to hunt hard you will have a great opportunity at a trophy animal. I harvested a 5x5 bull, 7+ yrs old on the second day. Overall I saw 7 legal bulls in 2 days. The camp was great and the cooking was awesome. The guides worked there tails off to make you successful. I will be going back next year to get one of the trophy Mule deer I saw!!!!

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: MIKE NOWLIN

Animals Hunted: ELK

THIS WAS THE BEST HUNT I HAVE EVER BEEN ON.I HAVE BEEN ON A BUNCH

Outfitter Review: Bar-H Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Randy & Jeanne Horne

Hunter: Chris S.

Animals Hunted: Elk

We hunted the 4th Rifle Season in Unit 12 under miserable cold, wintery conditions. Our guides worked hard all 5 days to put us on animals. We located 15-30 animals daily, though few legal bulls were sighted. Every evening we returned to warm, dry tents with well cooked meals to follow. By the end of the hunt we had all tagged out returning home with meat, horns and chilly memeries.

Outfitter Review: J&D Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Doyle Worbington

Hunter: GARY BOURGEOIS

Animals Hunted: MULE DEER / ELK

DOYLE RUNS A FIRST CLASS OPERATION WITH LOTSOF GAME AND DOES NOT OVER HUNT IT.HE MAKES YOU FEEL LIKE PART OF HIS FAMILY.THERE WERE FOUR OF USIN CAMP AND ALL FILLED TAGS.ALL NICE BULLS ANDBUCKS ONE BEING 28" WIDE AND REAL HIGH.THE RESTWERE ALL 24"+.THE ELK WERE MOSTLY 5X5 WITH ALOTOF6X6 SEEN.THIS IS MY 4TH DIFFERNT HUNT AND IS BY FAR THE BEST I HAVE BEEN ON.IF YOU WANT A GREATHUNTING EXPERIENCE THIS IS THE PLACE.HE HAS SEPERATE SLEEPING QUARTERS FOR EACH HUNTER WITHINDIVDUAL BATH AND SHOWERS.AND OH BY THE WAYDID I MENTION THE FOOD ITS GREAT,AND LOTS OF IT.EMAIL OR CALL ME AND I'LL BE GLAD TO TALK TO YOU315-942-4023 OR GARBURG@COMPUSERVE.COM

Outfitter Review: Crazyhourse Outfitter - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Willie Swanda

Hunter: Richard Coelho

Animals Hunted: ELK (ARCHERY)

Willie charged us for a drop camp hunt but pointed us in exactly the right directions to have a sucessful Archery hunt. I bagged a bull on my third day of hunting and saw several other bulls. (good budget hunt)

Outfitter Review: Pikes Peak Outfitters - CO

Outfitter / Owner: Gary Jorden

Hunter: Steve Witcomb

Animals Hunted: Trophy Mule Deer

Lets put it this way there were six hunters in camp one 3x3 was shot the first day. One hunter left the morning of the third day. Two small bucks were seen in five days of hunting. Three hunters saw 5-10 does the whole trip. The guide is a very experienced guide but he even couldn't find a Buck. I wouldn't go back with these guys on this ranch Ever! It was very misrepresented hunt. This was just a poor deer hunt at best. The acomadations were great but thats it. Don't be fooled by all the Hype these guys put out. The word "Trophy Hunt" means you should be able to see at least one good deer to shoot. I would advise to pass on this hunt.