Where do we hunt?
Most of our hunts are near the borders southeastern Utah and northwest Colorado, specifically in La Sal Utah, and Paradox Colorado. Redd Ranches Guides & Outfitters own and lease some of the best hunting land in Utah and Colorado. You will be hunting on 100% private land either leased or owned by Redd Ranches.
Do you have guaranteed permits?
In our hunting area, licenses are guaranteed through private landowner permits cooperative wildlife management units (CWMU) in Utah. If hunting the Geyser Ranch in Utah, no draw is necessary. We have landowner vouchers and will arrange for your licenses to be at camp. Colorado has a Draw for all mule deer and elk the 1st and 4th season. If hunters do not draw deer tags, we also get landowner vouchers as a backup. Applications for permits can be found HERE. Hunter education is required for licensing if born after December 31, 1965.
What should I bring?
A rifle with a good scope, one you are familiar with and can shoot expertly. Your hunt is not the place to try out an unfamiliar weapon. 2 boxes of ammunition. Not all amo patterns the same. Purchase 4 or 5 boxes of different brands of premium amo and figure out which one shoots the best with your rifle. Don’t just buy what’s on sale and hope it chambers or patterns with your rifle! A good pair of 8 x10 binoculars. A day pack to carry water, snacks, camera etc. A good flashlight with extra batteries. Fluorescent orange vest & hat.Two good pair of hiking shoes/boots with one being water proof. Comfortable hunting clothing and rain gear. We hunt elevations ranging from 6,000-11,000 feet above sea level. Even in early September temperatures can range from the low 80s during the day to near freezing at night. Snow and rainfall can visit us during that time so be prepared. Layers are the best.
QUICK LIST
- Sleeping bag
- Towel and washcloth
- Personal items (medication, toothpaste…etc)
- Rain gear
- Weather Appropriate Clothing (layers are best)
- Quality Hiking Boots (2 pairs)
- Rifle or Bow (depending on your hunt)
- Tried and Trusted Ammunition (2 boxes)
- Binoculars (8x10)
- Spotting Scope (optional)
- Camera (and necessary cables)
- Orange Vest and Hat
- Day Pack
- Flashlight (with extra batteries)
What if I have to cancel my hunt?
The simplest solution to “canceling” is to find a friend to go in your place. If you cancel and we have to fill your spot, you loose 50% of your money paid. If we can’t fill your spot, you loose 100% of your money paid. The reason for this isn't to take your money without giving you anything. It is because once we book you on a hunt we turn away all the other hunters that might be interested in that hunt. Also, if we use a booking agent to fill your spot, he charges us a booking commission and the hunt may need to be discounted in order to sale. If this is a worry for you, there are companies that offer hunt deposit insurance. http://www.travelguard.com/
Do you have a wounded animal policy?
Yes. Out of respect, you owe it to the animal to make a good shot. If you are not steady or don’t feel good about the shot, don’t take it. Tell your guide and he will help you adjust. I guarantee your guide would rather take a little more time for a good shot then to spend the next 48 hours looking for a wounded animal. It is our primary concern that all wounded animals be recovered. If you wound an animal, and it is determined to be a fatal wound, you will only be allowed to continue pursuing that animal for the next 48 hours. After 48 hours you can hunt a new animal. If you wish to hunt a new animal of the same species before the 48 hours are over, it will cost half the price of the original hunt. To ensure clean kills, and minimize suffering of any animals, we will have all shooters sight in their weapons in a designated shooting area prior to starting their hunt. Know your firearm and ammo.
How is the game meat handled?
On guided hunts, your animals will be field dressed and either picked up or delivered to the processor. Clients are responsible for the processing costs. Elk can cost $300-$500 and Deer $100-$200 depending on weight of carcass. Depending upon your travel arrangements, you may wish to pack your personal gear into duffel bags and then into large coolers to check it as your luggage. Check with your airline for baggage limitations and costs. You may donate all or any portion of the meat. It will go to local families in need. You are responsible for any processing costs that result from the donation process. Estimated cost of process can be made before you head home. For those clients wishing to have their meat, capes and antlers delivered to their place of residence, we have acquired the services of different individuals willing to transport these items. We will put the client directly in contact with the Transporter to work out the details. The client must work out payment with the transporter independently.
How much should I tip my guide and cook?
This is a tough question, because a gratuity is left to show consideration for a job well done. Everybody’s opinion of what that is worth is a bit different. From my experience and after speaking with several other credible outfitters the following is a good rule of thumb. If you, the client, feel that your guide worked hard for you, was knowledgeable about the country and wildlife, and did everything in his control to ensure you an enjoyable quality hunt: The industry standards are 5%-15% of the cost of the hunt, 3/4 of that going to the guide 1/4 to the cook. Also, please don’t forget the cook and other camp help. Please consider that our guides scout on their own time in the summer and fall, usually making several trips, to ensure their client the best opportunity at a trophy animal. They also use their own vehicle and their own personal equipment (i.e. binoculars, spotting scopes, cameras, etc). They are the first ones up each morning, the last ones to bed each night, and stay busy in camp all day cleaning up or getting ready for the next meal. All tips are greatly appreciated by all staff members.
How can I prepare for my hunt?
Prior to your arrival in camp, practice shooting your weapon. This should include off-hand, prone, sitting and standing. Find out what position you are most accurate in. Use shooting sticks. Know the ballistics of your amo and tape them to the butt of your rifle. We recommend being dead on at 200 yards and knowing what your drop is at 400 yards. Place targets at various ranges up to and including 100 yards and practice shooting off-hand until you can consistently hit the target. On a hunt like this, it could mean the difference between getting your trophy of a lifetime or not.
What are the price ranges of available hunts?
If you are interested in hunting with us, we suggest you contact us directly for current pricing standards.
Phone calls and emails are best.