Back Country Outfitters in Pagosa Springs (Operated by Stone Pass Outfitters).

[Novahunter]

Hi all,

Buddy of mine and I are looking at doing our first Elk hunt. Drop camp hunts seem to be in the price range.

We know this is going to be a tough hunt, and probably not a high success rate hunt. But, it'd definitely be an adventure!

We're looking at Back Country Outfitters in Pagosa Springs, operated by Stone Pass Outfitters (Outfitter License #0003469 USFS Permit ID: PAG791, PAG792).

Does anyone have any reviews or info on these outfitters and their drop camps?

 

[BigE]

One of my relatives has been working with them for a bunch of years and she says they are the real deal. They have a bunch of options and will tailor the amenities to you. I trust her opinion, she and her husband are pretty hard core outdoors people and hunters. I haven't used them myself yet, but would like to.

 

[greenomics]

Is this the same outfit that was run by Tim Hine for a long time?

 

[dcm965]

Is this the same outfit that was run by Tim Hine for a long time?

Yes. They sold to a new group in the later part of last year. Alot of change is happening, hopefully for the better. I have a camping trip booked through them this year and an elk hunt next year and that's where it has changed. The Hines were old school and the new ownership is making changes with how you book and have added more "adventures". Any more questions, let me know.

 

[greenomics]

Yes. They sold to a new group in the later part of last year. Alot of change is happening, hopefully for the better. I have a camping trip booked through them this year and an elk hunt next year and that's where it has changed. The Hines were old school and the new ownership is making changes with how you book and have added more "adventures". Any more questions, let me know.

I'm booked with them for first rifle 2025.

 

[Novahunter]

Good to know. I am booked with them for 2nd rifle this year (2024). Doing one of their Nomad hunts. Going to be my first elk hunt, and I am stoked!

 

[BrandonLB81]

I'm booked with them this year for first rifle nomadic hunt. This too, will be my first elk hunt. I'm freaking pumped. Can't wait!

 

[Djolly72]

I'm booked with them this year for first rifle nomadic hunt. This too, will be my first elk hunt. I'm freaking pumped. Can't wait!

I hope you had a great hunt during the 1st season...how was the outfitter?

 

[Beendare]

Just a general warning on these drop camps.

Where you get dropped is the key. Spoiler alert; Many outfitters will drop you well away from their good spots they take guided hunters. I have done drop camps that were great, BUT they dropped us win the location we selected.

I have heard so many bad stories from guys doing drop camps its nuts. One just this year in the Gila where they never saw an elk- thats tough to do in the Gila.

 

[Djolly72]

Good to know. I am booked with them for 2nd rifle this year (2024). Doing one of their Nomad hunts. Going to be my first elk hunt, and I am stoked!

I hope all goes well with your hunt! I am interested to see how it goes with the new ownership! Good luck

 

[dbohunts]

I'm booked with them for first rifle 2025.

How'd it go?

 

[LFC911]

How'd it go?

This is still 2024, he says he's booked 1R in 2025.

 

[Agross]

Good to know. I am booked with them for 2nd rifle this year (2024). Doing one of their Nomad hunts. Going to be my first elk hunt, and I am stoked!

How did the hunt go?

 

[Agross]

I'm booked with them this year for first rifle nomadic hunt. This too, will be my first elk hunt. I'm freaking pumped. Can't wait!

How did your hunt go?

 

[Novahunter]

How did the hunt go?

I'll send you a PM

 

[greenomics]

I ended up canceling my 2025 hunt. Camp location I wanted wasn't going to be available for first rifle.

 

[BrandonLB81]

How did your hunt go?

Didn't harvest an elk. The guide worked his butt of trying to get on elk. Weather was not in our favor. The location was not the greatest. We did have a few elk encounters, but never able to have a shot opportunity. Overall, it was a great experience and I learned a lot. Feel free to DM me if you have more questions.