Unit 61 Colorado Trophy Elk Hunt
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Description

Unit 61 in Colorado offers a variety of rifle seasons, providing hunters with flexibility and the opportunity to hunt elk during different times of the year. The rifle seasons include: Depending on the weather and where the elk are located, hunters may stay in a wall tent camp high on the plateau or lower down in the valley at the main lodge. This is a 5-day, fully guided 1:1 hunt, with the option to add additional days for an extra charge. A non-hunter observer can also join for a flat fee of $650. The hunt will cover a variety of terrain, with elevations ranging from 25-30 points to draw as a non-resident hunter, and 9-17 points for residents, depending on the season and method of take. The camp accommodates a maximum of six hunters, but typically 4-5 hunters are in camp at any given time, ensuring a more personal and intimate hunting experience.

Details

  • Species: Rocky Mountain Elk
  • Average Classification: 300 - 330
  • Shot Opportunity: 95
  • Weapons: Rifle, Muzzleloader, Archery
  • Hunt Catalog #: RB17271-01
  • Tag Availability: Draw
Classification details:

Larger bulls may be in the area. 75% of the bulls killed in camp are over 300" on average.

Weapons description:

Hunter should be prepared to shoot anywhere from 300-600 yards. Outfitters and guides are experienced and will provide shooting tripods/sticks and help you get set up to take your shot.

Options

Extra day of Hunting

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Option to add an additional day of hunting. Price is per day.

  • Additional hunting day $500.00

    • Mule Deer

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    Option to add a mule deer to the hunt. Not a large deer population, but holds good genetics. Deer hunting is best in the early season. Tags must be drawn. This area takes anywhere from 6-9 points to draw depending on the season preferred.

    • Mule Deer $2,500.00

      • Available Dates

      September 02, 2021 - November 28, 2030

      Pricing

      • Member Price: $7,500.00
      • Non-Member Price: $8,250.00

      7 day hunt available for Muzzleloader season Sept 9th.

      Group Options

      Option for extra hunting days. Option to add a deer to the hunt.

      Location

      Grand Junction, Colorado, United States of America

      Refund Policy:

      Deposits are not refundable. When you make a deposit or payment that money is used to reserve your adventure dates and we cannot sell them to anyone else. If for some reason you have to cancel, you will lose your deposit and any payments you have made. If you are concerned that you might get sick or otherwise have to cancel, we suggest buying trip insurance. There are insurance companies that specialize in providing insurance policies for outfitter bookings and hunts. One such company we recommend is globalrescue.com. It is also our policy, depending on the adventure you booked and at our discretion, that if you have to cancel and we are able to book a replacement for you at the regular price we will work with you to apply your deposits to another adventure. Please note that we cannot refund or roll state or government license fees, application fees, draw results, or tags.

      Description

      Unit 61 in Colorado offers a variety of rifle seasons, providing hunters with flexibility and the opportunity to hunt elk during different times of the year. The rifle seasons include: Depending on the weather and where the elk are located, hunters may stay in a wall tent camp high on the plateau or lower down in the valley at the main lodge. This is a 5-day, fully guided 1:1 hunt, with the option to add additional days for an extra charge. A non-hunter observer can also join for a flat fee of $650. The hunt will cover a variety of terrain, with elevations ranging from 25-30 points to draw as a non-resident hunter, and 9-17 points for residents, depending on the season and method of take. The camp accommodates a maximum of six hunters, but typically 4-5 hunters are in camp at any given time, ensuring a more personal and intimate hunting experience.

      HuntX Scale (Low 1 - 5 High)

      • Lodging & Accommodations: Wall Tent
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        Lodging & Accommodations Scale

        5 - Cabin/Lodge

        4 - Bunk House/Trailer

        3 - Wall Tent

        2 - Backpack Tent

        1 - Client Provided/Hotel

      Lodging will be provided for this hunt. Depending on the season booked will determine what kind of lodging is provided. Archery hunts and early season (most years 1st and 2nd) will be staged out of a wall tent on the mountain. Nice tents with generators and wood floors will be provided. Wall tent is 15' x 18' and only 2 guys per wall tent. 3rd and 4th rifle elk seasons will be conducted out of the main lodge.

      • Menu & Food: Full Kitchen
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        Menu & Food Scale

        5 - 5 Star Catered

        4 - Full Kitchen

        3 - Field Kitchen

        2 - Backpack Food

        1 - Client Provided

      Hired cook in wall tent camps serving homestyle cooking-meat potatoes. If hunting from the lodge, homestyle cooking is served at camp. Hot meals served for breakfast and dinner. Bagged lunches will be provided for the afternoon.

      • Physical Conditions: Light Hiking
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        Physical Conditions Scale:

        5 - All Vehicle Access

        4 - Light Hiking

        3 - Moderate Hiking

        2 - Heavy Hiking

        1 - Extreme Back Country

      These hunts are generally easy hunts. The plateau is around 10,000' feet but camp is near the top. On average hunter will hike half of a mile to get to the top of the ridge to glass the canyons. Pack horses will be provided to pack out game once harvested.

      Transportation (To/From Basecamp)

      Final destination city is Grand Junction, Colorado if hunter prefers to fly. Outfitter will pick up hunters at the airport and transport them to camp.

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      Description

      Depending on the season booked will determine what is the best gear to book. After booking, the outfitter will check both the 10 day and 5 day forecast before hunter arrives and report what weather pattern looks like. Hunting at higher elevations can cause extreme weather changes in very short periods of time. Unit 61 sits in southern Colorado so hunter can expect to be in warmer weather during the archery and early rifle seasons. Outfitter will supply pack horses, side x sides, and trucks for field transportation and pack outs. Full gear list to be provided when booked.

      What Outfitter Provides

      • Pack Horses for game retrieval
      • Meals
      • Lodging-wall tent or cabin (depending on season booked)
      • Cots
      • Side x Side

      What to Bring

      • Rifle with 40 rounds of ammunition or Bow with extra assorted parts (e.g, string, clips, etc.) with 2 Dozen Hunting Arrows
      • Sleeping bag
      • Hunting hat & gloves
      • Rangefinder & Binoculars
      • Durable and comfortable hiking boots
      • Hunter orange (for rifle seasons)
      • Light to heavy weather hunting clothing-layering system recommended
      • Thermal base layers (for later seasons)
      • Day Pack
      • Rain & Wind gear
      • Hunter Safety Card (unless verified)

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