Arizona wildlife outfitters is a full service outfitter and guide service. Chase with a big cow elk taken on the junior elk hunt in arizona. Regardless of what weapon sportsman may use they will be in for a memorable and exciting hunting adventure. Map of areas where offroad driving for elk retrieval is permitted. Elk hunting opportunities still available local sports. Az elk hunting opportunities still available hunt forever. Download a list of license dealers sorted by city location. Big bulls arent the only big game animals azhc is primed to hunt, as our success in harvesting big mule deer each year is also one of our many specialties, especially on the kaibab. Tags are hard to obtain however the hunting is some the best in the world for trophy bulls. Our guides live to chase the bugle every september however we have had excellent success in the late season hunts as well. Unit 22 has been split into two subunits to better direct elk hunting pressure to areas where elk need to be harvested see hunting regulations for a full description of subunit boundaries. Arizona game and fish department 2016 17 arizona hunting regulations two other annual hunt draw information booklets are published for spring big game hunts and elk and pronghorn antelope hunts covering season dates, open areas, permits and drawingapplication information. Hunting arizona elk with randy and matthew newberg ft s2 e1 duration.
Wildlife conservation organization benefiting elk and other wildlife for habitat conservation and restoration and to preserve our hunting heritage. Lifetime elk are hunted in arizona in another impressive video from high point outfitters. I started applying in az for the first time this year, not hopeful but at least you always have a chance in az. Typically the best arizona units take 12 or more years to draw a tag. Download this game from microsoft store for windows 10, windows 8. Since 2006 the arizona elk society has hosted this event for all elk hunters. Unit 22 north is basically the area north and west of payson, and it holds the majority of the elk in the unit. As a new hunter, this provides an excellent guide to approaching elk hunting. Even on bad rut years, when the elk arent bugling, you can always glass up a bull in. Each year the arizona game and fish commission sets aside one tag for each of 10 big game speciesbighorn sheep, elk, mule deer, whitetailed deer, antelope, bison, turkey, bear.
The top 5 elk units in arizona outdoors international. We are available to fill any of your hunting needs, covering arizona and new mexico. This booklet includes season dates, bag limits, hunt types, open areas, drawing application. The 201516 arizona hunting regulations official rules can be found at. Arizona game and fish department 201617 arizona hunting. For those who want to really hunt elk, that is, getting off the atv, and using real hunting skills, this is the best guide ive seen. Jay scott talks with craig steele of exclusive pursuit outfitters and predator exclusives about otc az archery mule deer hunts, a bunch of bulls over 350 inches onthe late az elk hunts, predators, gear and lots of great insight from craig. Annual report fiscal year 2016, the economic contributions of fishing, hunting. Elk archery hunts start septemberoctober arizona offers some of if not the best elk hunting in the world. Hunt elk, and mule deer at arizona wildlife outfitters in. This is an allday clinic teaching the many aspects of becoming successful at hunting elk in arizona. Arizona elk hunting is for the serious elk hunters that want to keep up with what is going on in arizona when it comes to hunting elk. Arizona elk hunts are incredible and we are here to help you have the best hunt possible. Hunts for heroes aes hunting project for disabled veterans.
Brian with a cow elk he shot at 223 yards using his. Use this booklet to apply for arizonas 2016 pronghorn antelope and elk hunt drawing. With incredible genetics, it produces 400 class bulls every year, even on the drought years. Jen anderson shot this giant cow elk at over 200 yards. Aeo provides exciting, professional and faced paced action for otc rut hunts.
This blog follows two huntingfishing buddies, jay scott, darr colburn during our hunting and fishing adventures throughout the year. The elk populations in these units, however, are generally low compared to some other units in the state. He puts the smack down on his best and only bull elk he has ever harvested. Black bear, bison, whitetailed deer, desert bighorn sheep, elk, javelina, mountain lion, mule deer, pronghorn and turkey. At arizona pro elk hunts weve been guiding and outfitting in arizona for over 23 years and our number one goal is to make sure that you have a hunt to. Our arizona elk hunting outfitter and guide service is available in unit 1, 5a, 5b south, 5b north, 6a, 7 east, 7 west, 9, 10, 18a, 18b, 22 north, 22 south, 23 north,23 south, and 27 for the rifle, archery and muzzleloader hunts. Cow elk arizona or new mexico cow elk hunts are a lot of fun and a great way to fill the freezer.
Listensubscribe to our jay scott outdoors weekly hunting and fishing podcast on itunes or on podbean we guide and outfit for big game animals across arizona and mexico check us out at colburn and scott outfitters. Chasing these bugling bulls in the rut is an experience that we all should try, there is nothing better than putting in the miles on your boots chasing after one of the most sought out trophies in the world. Besides the genetics, unit 10 is very easy to hunt. Outfitted elk hunts outfitted hunts include transportation to and from the flagstaff airport, all camp accommodations from 5th wheels to wall tents to packing deep into remote areas with small tents, meals, prehunt scouting, daily hunting guide service, meat care in the field and preparation for your trophy to go to the taxidermist and. There are plenty of giant and monster bulls in these. Access to hunt elk in unit 19b can be very difficult. Hunters shouldnt expect to find trophyquality bulls on this hunt. Home arizona elk outfitters giant bulls professional. We are extremely familiar, and have also been very successful with the following arizona big game hunt units. The arizona elk hunting that ridgeline outfitters conducts is split up between several different seasons. Paper hunt permit application deadline is tuesday, may 8, 2018 at 7. Arizona elk outfitters llc guiding and outfitting premium quality trophy elk hunts across the entire state of arizona. From guns and outdoor gear to photography and trail cams, we have the information you need.
Arizona hunting today your arizona hunting resource. The arizona archery elk hunts start mid september and runs for 2 weeks, this season is pretty much the same statewide. Cow tags are fairly easy to come by in az, guaranteed in nm. Units 5a, 5b north, 5b south, 6a, 6b, 7 east, 7 west, 8, 9, 10, 11m, multiunits in 17a,17b,18a,18b,19a, and 19b, 22, 23. Arizona bowhunting forum discussion forum dedicated to arizona bowhunters and arizona archers. Hunters may have a difficult time finding elk without spending a significant amount of time scouting prior to the season. Archery hunts take place during the rut and are very exciting and fast paced. The top elk units in arizona this is probably one of the most frequently asked questions that we get from elk hunters who are interested in hunting the world class trophy bull elk that are found in the great state of arizona. Elk hunting in arizonas game management unit 1 huntscore.
Chase shot this cow off his knee at 150 yards with a. Use this booklet to apply for arizonas 2017 pronghorn antelope and elk hunt drawing. Download and subscribe to jay scott outdoors western big game hunting and fishing podcast brought to you by insider on itunes or podbean. Here at arizona pro elk hunts we are your onestop shop for outfitted hunts for elk, antelope and deer. Hunted my first elk with my father in this unit 23 years ago, and now im trying to do the same for my year old son. A new tool that provides hunters, anglers, and other outdoor recreationists with access information to and through private lands. If you consider yourself a sportsman or outdoor enthusiast, arizona hunting today is your place to discuss hunting big and small game, archery, bird dogs and even fishing. Ive been hunting and killing elk for 20 years in arizona and colorado and i learned new methods from this book. Arizona game and fish department 201617 arizona hunting regulations two other annual hunt draw information booklets are published for spring big game hunts and elk and pronghorn antelope hunts covering season dates, open areas, permits and drawingapplication information. If you like archery elk hunting and early season rifle hunts then this is the playlist for you. Arizona high country outfitters is regarded as one of the top big bull elk hunting outfitters in the state of arizona. Elk hunting opportunities expanded almost annually as biologists and ranchers feared that arizona s elk population might now rise out of control. Part 1 of 2jay scott answers questions on late az elk hunts, az sheep hunts, arizona strip mule deer hunt, hunting boots, so you want to be a guide, deer patterns, otc mule deer and coues hunts and much more.
The elk management goal in this hunt unit is to reduce the resident elk population. Elk hunting in arizonas game management unit 19b huntscore. You guys are amazing skip, tucson, az your elk hunting tips web site is the best, most helpful one i. Team aeo is an industry leader in harvesting giant, trophy bulls. No other state or country can compete with the great state of arizona when it comes to consistently producing world class trophy bull elk year in and year out. The elk populations in this unit are also widely dispersed. The arizona big game super raffle is a nonprofit 501 c 3 entity that conducts a special raffle each year to raise money for wildlife conservation efforts. I just wanted to thank you for sharing such a wealth of knowledge, and giving us new hunters a fighting chance of filling a tag. Arizona offers some of the most unique hunting opportunities in north america for each of these species. Elk hunting in arizona game management unit 22 huntscore. The maps and information provided are for reference only. Typically, we apply to arizona unit 6a for cow elk hunts. When i hit the submit button my computer laughed at me. Arizona elk outfitters llc thought that we should address this question along with some of the more popular questions we receive.
Arizona archery elk hunting is truly incredible and we strongly encourage everyone to apply each year so that you dont miss out on a once in a lifetime opportunity. Arizona 2016 pronghorn antelope and elk hunt draw arizona game and fish department. I knew that hunting season was still 2 weeks away and therefore he was not in any danger that way. Arizona elk guides live in flagstaff arizona which is in the middle of the most exciting elk hunting in the world. Big game arizona hunting today your arizona hunting.
Arizona elk outfitters arizona elk guides arizona elk. The state of arizona is home to some of the very finest free range trophy elk hunting on the planet. Josh shot this arizona cow elk at nearly 400 yards. We specialize only in arizona hunts where we guide for deer, bighorn sheep, elk, antelope, buffalo, turkey and javelina. Branch at 3046164550, or download an ap plication from the atf website. An arizona hunting license and an elk nonpermittag, both valid for 2016, are required. You may purchase arizona hunting licenses and apply for the draw online. Comments for elk hunt in az 6a practical elk hunting. Only 73 permittags remain for 2016 arizona elk hunts. The top elk units in arizona arizona elk outfitters.
Coconino national forest hunting forest service usda. An elk nonpermittag may be used for either the general or archeryonly elk nonpermittag hunts. Phoenix, az the arizona game and fish department has completed its 2016 hunt draw for elk and pronghorn the results are available by. Click on an area of the map to download the regulations synopsis for that region. Arizona elk guides arizonas trusted big game outfitter. Here you will find latest news, stories and other information important to preserving our wildlife heritage. Our recent print and downloadable pdf publications. Hunting and fishing publications publications new mexico. Az elk hunts elk hunting in arizona is some of the best in the world and revered by many as the best elk hunting destination. Buy a license from a license dealer arizona hunting and fishing licenses are available for purchase at more than 200 license dealers located throughout the state. There are speakers from all over the west, arizona elk hunting outfitters and many more. As a limited population unit, hunt success can vary greatly, but it is expected to be very low.
See r124108 of the arizona hunting regulations for legal descriptions of game management unit boundaries. Buying a license online a variety of hunting and fishing licenses are available online. This booklet includes annual regulations for statewide hunting of deer, fall turkey, fall javelina, bighorn sheep, fall bison, fall bear, mountain lion, small game and other huntable wildlife. Rifle hunts take place in october, november or december when the elk are in large herds on winter range. I hunted with colburn and scott outfitters in arizona during the 2010 september archery hunt. Arizona elk outfitters has specialized in harvesting giant elk over the past 35 years. As an organization with hunting heritage as part of our mission we have an excellent opportunity to give back to the military community in. These concerns culminated in 1953 when 6,288 permits were issued and 1,558 elk were takenmore than 1,000 of which were cows. Ill be transfering my tag to him when it arrives in the mail. I thought about those pesky mexican gray wolves but knew they were not supposed to be in unit 4a.
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