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Colorado Archery Elk Drop Camp $2,900.00

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Description

This is a fantastic wilderness DIY drop camp hunt in Colorado, set in an over-the-counter unit. The archery season spans four weeks, with flexible pack-in and pack-out dates. The second and final weeks of the season, after muzzleloader hunting concludes, are the most popular for archers. While hunters need to be patient during the first week of archery season, it’s worth noting that some of the biggest bulls are often taken in the pre-rut, before the cows have gathered. Archery season is arguably the best time to be in the Flat Tops, with great weather and elk actively bugling. It’s also a time when hunters can often enjoy the solitude of the wilderness, as it’s not uncommon to go the entire hunt without encountering other hunters. Each drop camp hunt package is 7 days (1 day for pack-in, 5 days for hunting, and 1 day for pack-out), but hunters can extend their stay for additional days at a rate of $125 per day, per hunter.

Details

Species: Rocky Mountain Elk
Average Classification: 260 - 300
Shot Opportunity: 50
Weapon: Archery

Hunt Catalog #: RBFTWG-0006
Tag Availability: Over The Counter

Classification details:

Medium sized bulls in the area. 4-6 point bulls with 300" bulls possible.

Options

Drop Camp Food Service

Drop Camp Food Service $350.00

Additional Hunting Days

Additional Hunting Day $125.00

Non-hunter

Non-hunter $1,200.00

Option for youth hunter (under 13)

Youth Hunter (under 13) $1,200.00

Available Dates

September 03, 2024 - October 01, 2027

Pricing

Member Price: $2,600.00
Non-Member Price: $2,900.00

This is the price per person for a 5 hunting days. Minimum group of 2 people, maximum group of 6. Option for non-hunters and children under 13.

Group Options

Outfitter organized meals. Additional hunting days.

Location

Flattops, 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

This outfitter stands out in the industry with unmatched logistics and management of the controllable factors that can make or break a hunt. They use the best gear and set up camps that have proven successful over the past 30+ years of operation. The outfitter runs top-of-the-line stock and an experienced crew, and they’re committed to ensuring you feel fully prepared for your adventure. They’re happy to spend as much time as needed on the phone and via email pre-hunt to answer any questions and help you get ready for the experience. This is a fantastic opportunity for a drop camp DIY hunt in Colorado, located in an over-the-counter unit. Archery pack-in and pack-out dates are flexible due to the four-week season. The second and last weeks of the season (after the muzzleloader season ends) are the most popular for archers, though the first week of the archery season can require a patient mindset. However, it’s often during this pre-rut period when some of the biggest bulls are harvested before they’ve gathered the cows. Archery season is the best time of year to hunt in the Flat Tops, with great weather and elk actively bugling. It’s also a time when it’s common to experience a more solitary hunt, as you may not encounter another hunter throughout your entire trip. Drop camp hunt packages are 7 days, including 1 day for pack-in, 5 days of hunting, and 1 day for pack-out. Hunters can extend their stay in the archery drop camps at a rate of $125 per day, per hunter. Discounts are available for non-hunters and children under 13.

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Lodging & Accommodations: Backpack 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

Outfitter will have a wall tent set up with a wood stove and propane cook stove.

Menu & Food: Client Provided
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Menu & Food Scale
5 - 5 Star Catered
4 - Full Kitchen
3 - Field Kitchen
2 - Backpack Food
1 - Client Provided

Drop Camp Food Service – Outfitter will purchase, organize and pack in your hunt’s entire week of food for $350 per hunter. The majority of drop camp clients now choose to add-on our food service. Most clients find that the service immensely simplifies planning for the trip.

Physical Conditions: Heavy 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

Hunter should be prepared for long days and a lot of hiking in the backcountry. More physically fit will provide for more shot opportunity on bigger bulls.

Transportation (To/From Basecamp)

Final destination city is Vail Colorado. Outfitter will pick up hunter from these local airports. Hunter can also fly into Denver, Colorado and drive to lodge (~3 hour drive).

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Description

The drop camp is the soul of the wilderness outfitter. Not for the faint of heart, this do-it-yourself option was born in the age of the self sufficient hunter. All the hunter needs is the logistics of getting away from the trail-head and the help of a mule’s back getting game and supplies in/out of the deep wilderness. Camp gear has improved over time and modern technology has perfected logistics. However, the experience is mostly unchanged since its birth over a hundred years ago. The outfitter will get you packed into camps, and setup with all the outfitted gear. You do the huntin’, and outfitter will pack the meat and camp.

What Outfitter Provides

Wall tent
Tent stove
Horses, saddle & tack
Propane cooking stove
Sleeping cots

What to Bring

Bow with at least 12 arrows with appropriate broadheads
Binoculars and rangefinder
Durable and comfortable hiking boots
Light to medium weather hunting clothing-layering system recommended
Hunting knives
Sleeping bag & pillow
Elk bugle and cow calls
Rain gear