Need OTC or zero pt Drop Camp Recommendation

blackpenny · July 03, 2013, 01:13:00 PM

Looking to book a 2014 elk hunt ASAP and DIY is gonna be tough since I may not be able to scout beforehand. I have 2 drop camps on my list but waiting to hear what others can ad. I'm in decent shape (currently training for a Spartan Race) and plan on being in top physical condition for the hunt. I will shoot the first cow, bull or mule deer I see according to unit rules. Anyone?

VictoryHunter · July 03, 2013, 07:02:00 PM

Colorado is the way to go when it comes to OTC. I'm currently setting one up there for my step father and myself. Lots's of land and lots of elk. Oregon is also has great OTC elk hunting.

blackpenny · July 03, 2013, 07:08:00 PM

Yes, I have CO in mind, but need a reputable outfitter drop camp recommendation.

VictoryHunter · July 03, 2013, 07:11:00 PM

My apologies, I misunderstood. Can't help you there I do backpack trips.

Pete McMiller · July 03, 2013, 07:31:00 PM

Angel, You need to do some research on the Colorado GMU (game management units) that you want to hunt and then start calling the outfitters in those areas. Colorado has great resources that detail the past herd size as well as hunter success rates in individual GMUs. That will at least get you started. Spend a few hours on the phone with prospective outfitters and you will soon have your answer. It's not necessarily an easy process but the rewards are worth it.

blackpenny · July 03, 2013, 07:58:00 PM

Pete, I've done all that research already but can't yet commit to an outfitter. I want to hear from people on this site who have used an elk outfitter they are happy with.

blackpenny · July 04, 2013, 02:47:00 PM

Anyone use a CO drop camp they been happy with????

fnshtr · July 04, 2013, 03:37:00 PM

I've hunted a few times with Winterhawk Outfitters... Larry and Laura Amos. They are straight shooters and offer some nice options. I hunted with them in the flattops wilderness... I believe unit 25?? It's been several years ago.

Good luck!

fnshtr · July 04, 2013, 03:39:00 PM

Oh yeah... they have a website.

blackpenny · July 04, 2013, 04:12:00 PM

I've checked them out already along with a few others. They have good reviews.

stykbow67 · July 04, 2013, 04:55:00 PM

I will be hunting with Fulldraw Outfitters in about 57 days 9 hrs and 22 mins Roughly :D and I will be giving a full report when I return!
And yes it is a drop camp hunt.

Steve

blackpenny · July 04, 2013, 07:24:00 PM

My buddy Will Jimeno will be there for archery as well. He took a real nice P&Y antelope with them 2 years ago. Fred left me a message yesterday, we keep playing phone tag but I will most likely book a drop camp hunt with him.