Colorado GMU 34

[bassin_rob]

Hey guys hoping to get a little information on Unit 34 in Colorado. A group of 3 of us are headed out for second season rifle next week. Done about as much research and escouting as we can as far as hunting.

Couple questions we have Is there meat processing people would recommend in the area? Also what can I expect as far as cell phone service? Lastly, I’ve read some of the main access roads could be closed by forest service for weather.Is that very likely in second season? Any and all advice is welcomed. Thanks in advance.

 

[Mpmoody15]

I won’t be in 34 next week but I’ll be close. I hunted the same area last year.

I can’t help you with a processor as I passed on a handful of smaller bucks. For cell phone service, I had 4g up in the higher elevations with a clear view of the sky. That wasn’t the norm though.

Didn’t experience any road closures with the snow that got dumped on opening day last year. Later in the week, most of the snow thawed and melted away. Bring chains, shovel, etc.

 

[bassin_rob]

I won’t be in 34 next week but I’ll be close. I hunted the same area last year.

I can’t help you with a processor as I passed on a handful of smaller bucks. For cell phone service, I had 4g up in the higher elevations with a clear view of the sky. That wasn’t the norm though.

Didn’t experience any road closures with the snow that got dumped on opening day last year. Later in the week, most of the snow thawed and melted away. Bring chains, shovel, etc.

Awesome man. Definitely planning on bringing chains and a recovery kit. Appreciate the advice and the info!

 

[Dakota Dude]

The only meat processor remotely close is Holy Cow Processing Plant in Silt.

 

[bassin_rob]

The only meat processor remotely close is Holy Cow Processing Plant in Silt.

Thank you!

 

[Sasha_Ivanic]

The only meat processor remotely close is Holy Cow Processing Plant in Silt.

Holy Cow closed. Has anyone found an alternative in that general area?

 

[Upwolf]

I rarely get cell phone coverage in that area. It can be pretty spotty at absolute best, I'd count on having no service.

 

[Dakota Dude]

Holy Cow closed. Has anyone found an alternative in that general area?

Its website says its still open.

 

[Sasha_Ivanic]

Hmm. I saw this on their website:

Customers

Since my dad, Kim Antonelli, founded Holy Cow Packing Plant in 1982, we have been proud to serve our local farming and hunting community with dedication and care for over four decades. My dad, Kim, started with a small shop and built it into a cornerstone of our community. Your trust and loyalty have been the heart of our family business, and we are deeply grateful for every customer, partner, and community member who has been part of our journey. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the difficult decision to close Holy Cow Packing Plant effective June 10, 2025. This decision comes after significant challenges, including my dad, Kim Antonelli’s, severe complications from COVID in 2021, which nearly took his life and forced his retirement, as well as ongoing labor shortages. We deeply regret that this closure means we will be unable to fulfill appointments scheduled after June 10, 2025. To those of you with bookings in the coming months, we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and disappointment this causes. If you need contact information for other meat processors, please reach out to us and we will gladly provide a list of providers. Though we must close our doors, we remain hopeful that Holy Cow Packing Plant could continue under new ownership. Our business, including its equipment, and 43-year legacy, is for sale. If you or someone you know is interested in preserving this vital service for our farming and hunting community, please contact us for more details. We cannot thank you enough for your support since 1982. Your patronage has meant the world to my dad and our family. We’re truly sorry for any disruption and will always cherish our shared memories with this community.
With heartfelt gratitude,

Kim, Lanetta and the Holy Cow family

 

[Dakota Dude]

Wow, what a bummer.

 

[Tysoncannon]

Hey guys hoping to get a little information on Unit 34 in Colorado. A group of 3 of us are headed out for second season rifle next week. Done about as much research and escouting as we can as far as hunting.

Couple questions we have Is there meat processing people would recommend in the area? Also what can I expect as far as cell phone service? Lastly, I’ve read some of the main access roads could be closed by forest service for weather.Is that very likely in second season? Any and all advice is welcomed. Thanks in advance.

Just wondering how your hunt was last year. My 12 year old drew this unit for 3rd season this year in the second draw. Do you have any advice on how the road access is and places to camp?