2012 Guided Archery, Muzzleloader and Rifle Hunts

We specialize in Elk and Mule Deer hunts. All our guided hunts are full service and include your meals, lodging in a tent camp, guides, game packing, and transportation to and from camp, to Grand Junction, CO. You bring only your personal gear. We hunt 4 points minimum, on one side, for elk. We drive to this camp by 4x4, then use horses or walk, each day, from camp. The area we hunt is a roadless area and no ATV's or 4x4s are allowed in this area. These are great hunts and you can fly or drive into Grand Junction. All Mule Deer licenses are by drawing only and applications must be submitted April 1. The first Elk hunt this year is by drawing only. The next three elk hunts will have unlimited permits available. Colorado Division of Wildlife's telephone # is (303)297-1192 or see www.wildlife.state.co.us. Anybody planning on hunting in Colorado in future years should apply every year in early April for preference points for Elk and Deer permits. Applications due by April 1, 2012.
Our Muzzleloader hunt has been a super hunt for years. This hunt is normally during the rut, which makes it an exciting hunt. It normally takes two or three years of applying for a permit to draw a license.

All hunts do not include license fees or meat processing. There is no problem getting an elk license for the last three rifle hunts or archery hunts. Our camps are located on the White River and Gunnison National Forest operating under permit by the White River National Forest and that they are an equal opportunity employer. You should be in good physical condition, as most of the hunting is at 8,000 to 11,000 ft. elevation. A HUNTER SAFETY CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED to purchase a license if you were born after 1948. You should book early to get the dates you like. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to confirm your hunt. Final payment is due at least 30 days prior to hunt date. All the above hunts are guided and full service. A suggested equipment list will be sent to you after booking. We have the equipment and knowledge to give you a good hunt! In case of a cancellation, all monies are forfeited. Your final payment must be made at least 30 days prior to hunt.

License, Hotel and Airport Information

All persons born on or after JANUARY 1, 1949 are required to have successfully completed a hunter safety course before purchasing a hunting license in Colorado. All persons born on or after JANUARY 1, 1949 are required to have such certificates on their person at all times while hunting. Appropriate training certification from another state will be honored in Colorado. The minimum age for big game hunting in Colorado is 12, except that children 12 to 15 years of age may hunt only if accompanied by a person at least 18 years of age. Such children must have appropriate license and are subject to the same statutes, regulations and bag limits as adults.

Grand Junction may be reached by almost any mode of transportation. There is a large jet airport in Grand Junction with United and various other flights arriving from the east and west several times a day. Advanced hotel reservations may be made with Holiday Inn by calling 970-243-6790. Holiday Inn offers complimentary shuttle service to and from Walker Field Airport. If you fly in, we will pick you up at the Holiday Inn and return you there after the hunt. Most hunters arrive the day before their hunt and leave the day after. If you choose to drive, you may park at our place here. If you fly your own plane, tie down and hangar facilities are available.

Your big game hunt should be chosen as soon as possible so you can get the dates you want. A 50% deposit for reservation, which will not be refunded, is required with the balance payable 30 days prior to the hunt date. On a cancellation, a deposit may be transferred to a mutually agreeable hunter if we are notified in advance and agree. References will be given upon request. Reservations are subject to change by the Colorado Division of Wildlife. When hunting for big game, hunt with a full time professional guide and outfitter. IT DOES MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

2012 Pack-In and Drive-In Drop Camps

We offer both pack-in and drive-in drop camps. The pack-in camps are from 1 1/2 to 2 hour horseback trips from base camp. The drive-in camp is accessible by your own 4x4 vehicle. Elevation of drive-in camp is 8,000 ft. Pack-in camps are at elevations of 10,000 ft. We provide firewood cut, and toilet. You provide own food and eating utensils. Game packing is included for pack-in camps. Game packing is additional at drive-in camp. Daily contact with base camp. No horses or guides provided at camps. Minimum of 4 persons per group. Pack-in hunters are limited to 50 pounds of personal gear plus your food and weapon. Hunters are responsible for the care of your game until we can get it packed out. These are 7 day trips.

Drop camps are available for Archery, Muzzleloader and Rifle Hunts. Hunts are in the White River and Gunnison National Forest under Special Use permit by the White River National Forest, and that they are an equal opportunity employer.

50% non-refundable deposit required at time of booking. Balance payable 30 days prior to your hunt.
Pack-in camps require two extra days more than a hunt from base camp. Hunters are limited to 50 pounds of personal gear plus your food and weapon. You are responsible for the care of your game until we can get it packed out.

Drive-In Camp: Drive to camp in your own 4x4 vehicle. Equipment provided: 16x32 wall tent, wood burning heating stove, gas cooking stove, all cooking utensils, lantern, cut firewood. You provide your own food and eating utensils. No horses or guides left at camp, 4 or more persons per group. Game packing is available for an additional $150.
Price is $1000 per person. Hunt dates are the same as for guided hunts as you will follow us to your camp when we take the guided hunters to base camp.

Pack-In Camp: Pack-in camps are from 1.5 to 2 hour horseback rides from base camp. We have 4 different drop campsites available. Camp consists of 16x16 wall tent with wood burning stove, propane cooking stove, all cooking utensils, lantern, nearby water, and foam pads for sleeping. Hunters provide own food and eating utensils. No guides or horses left at camp. Game packing included. Four or more persons per group.
Archery Drop Camp: $1200
Muzzleloader Drop Camp: $1700
Rifle Drop Camp: $1700

How do you book a hunt?

Just call us and give us the names of each person and date of the hunt you want. Then send us a check for 50% deposit. See booking schedule and price list.

 For further information:

P.O. Box 2851
Grand Junction, CO 81502

Dennis Hoefer - 970-216-1682
Jerry Turman - 308-430-0592

Email: guideservices@huntincolorado.us