I have both the affinity and the sx4 as well as several others. The sx4 will be softer shooting being gas operated. They both perform flawlessly with several thousand rounds a year through them and all over the country. I shoot more benelli than anything so the franchi points better for me when...
Spoke to them this morning. Guide is required on everything except turkey. They will provide a list after you draw a tag. Just in case anyone else is wondering since this appears to be some top secret thing… 😂😂
Was looking into expanding a little further west during turkey season and trying for a Merriam. Looking North Central, are they as vocal as Rio's? Looking more for advice on how to hunt them in the mountains since most of my turkeys come from a creek bottom or a pasture here in OK. Share your...
Has anyone done this hunt recently? I am looking at them and the Jicarilla cow hunts for applying this year. Are you required to have a guide on the Mescalero? When I called and left a message as well as sent an email asking but figure I would find out any first hand information I can here.
I am booked with Moose Valley Outfitters, they came very highly recommended over on Bowsite. I believe I took his last availability for 2026 and he was filling up for 2027. It is a fly in hunt as well but would be worth looking into.
I am looking into trying to draw a tag as well as the OTC hunt. I would really like to hunt 29,30 so I can scout for a hopeful aoudad hunt at the same time. If anyone feels like sharing some tips or pointers I wouldn't be upset.
I just looked them up based on another recommendation and it was $9k for archery and $8500 for rifle. In the scheme of things not bad considering the quality and being private land.
Yup and he is active on the forum as well. Another one that I spoke with and actually booked a cow hunt with this year is Jokers Wild. He had a handful of reviews and they are all 4 and 5 star. The only problem I have is I find these good outfits on there and end up spending money 😂
Lots of good information in this thread tagging for later. As far as not getting a shot on a high dollar hunt this is something my buddy and I discuss in length. I personally book the guide for their experience and equipment, I’m not running out and buying all the stuff and horses for a back...