Frenchman and Platte. No mule deer may be harvested in Mule Deer Conservation Area. The night was cold and snowy, but, I slept well in the hunting blind atop one of the ranch's high spots. He has been drinking from the cold mountain streams. Whatever grasses grew on the fields were left for the wildlife, deer, antelope, elk and small game. So, there you go. Make a connection like nowhere else on earth. The expansive grasslands are a haven for a variety of birds, including: Pheasant Goose Grouse Quail Add an accompanying bird hunt to your Hidden Valley Outfitters package. Finally, all hunting has ceased on the "Y Lazy S Ranch". Statewide Archery, Muzzleloader and Restricted Statewide Buck permits may not be used in the MDCA for mule deer. 1 Hunters ages 12 through 29 must have on their person proof of successful completion of firearm hunter education while hunting with a firearm or crossbow. Our rugged hills and rivers filled with upland birds is just a short destination from Denver. We just need to convince the Colorado Division of Wildlife that, in order to achieve their goals in controlling the numbers of elk, they need to push all the hunting seasons later by 2 to 4 weeks. Last year, 2014, was another markably drought stricken year that disappointedly, did not allow us to harvest a crop. Land Information. That's what everybody wants. Obtaining, scheduling, and payment of the Guide would be the sole responsibility of the hunter. Here are some: Tom Shepard from California wrote: "Dear Aleka, I wanted to take time to "Thank" you and your staff for a great hunting experience! The accompanying person if age 19-29 must be certified in hunter education. They have chosen to do exactly what I have been talking about for the last 4-5 years. All can be done during your 4 day hunt without any additional charges. With rifle in hand and knife on his side, he blends in with the mountains, as he leans into a giant evergreen or as he sets on a massive green brown moss covered boulder. They are valid for whitetail in the MDCA. The month long (December) cow elk season is a prime time for elk hunting. Box 334 But, sooner or later, I get it done; so, here I am again, trying to come up with something creative to describe what I would call "the most exceptional year yet". Only two persons may submit applications together as buddy applicants. Thank you. We did get some nice rains late in the fall, and many of the hunters noted that it was unusually green for so late in the fall. We gutted the whole thing, pulled new electrical wiring, redid the plumbing system, the kitchen is new from bottom up, and even offers a dishwasher for our spoiled guests. During the past couple of years hunting elk in Moffat County, Colorado, has been disappointing to hunters, landowners, outfitters and the Division of Wildlife alike. Republican Unit mule deer have declined approximately 75 percent over the past 15 years. Buffalo, Frenchman and Platte permits are valid for any deer. After all, it was still summertime in November. 7184 Hwy 20. There were, indeed, an amazingly largenumber of deer and antelope fawns in the lower country and elk calves in the high country. Payment: Credit or debit cards (VISA and MasterCard only), checks and money orders are accepted as payment. A hunter from Australia harvested this beautiful buck. One is my son-in-law Mark and the other one is Bob. The herds are definitely increasing further, due to the lower harvest quota and the minimal winterkill, due to the mild winter weather. I believe though, that his wife's buck was bigger. All Linens and bedding are also supplied. This certificate provides the novice hunter age 12 and older an opportunity to hunt and receive training before completing hunter education. Business Phone # 801-499-4986 Toll Free Fax # 866-564-7395. Our mule deer and the pronghorn antelope hunting is as good as ever, and the herds are getting bigger, healthier and higher quality animals for both species are getting to be more common. NEBRASKA HUNTS Hunts take place in Southwestern Nebraska along the Platte River valley. Since the late 1960's, we chose not to advertise; not to seek the business of hunters for only one season. Almost everybody that hunted, went home with the game. We certainly loved having them here. I believe that, it is solely the management of allocating tags that is responsible for the bigger and better bucks we saw in 2012. In general no guide is necessary, but if you wish to obtain a guide, names and contact information for local guides can hopefully be located upon request. At OutdoorNebraska.org during the applicable periods. It was magnificent. Thank you, my friends, for coming to enjoy this beautiful place. I also saw a small handful of elk at both the Cummings and the Mobley place. In 2010, everybody will be driving in two feet of snow, fighting the elements of nature, but, totally surrounded by elk and huge timber bucks. Hunts are wild game, natural habitat, no calcium supplements, and no high-fenced animals. I saw numerous ELK and was able to connect early Saturday morning, thanks to your suggestion of spending the night in the hunting blind. Topic 6 of 7. Email: anderson3@bbcwb.net. 2115 County Road 3, Craig, CO 81625 Above a picture of a herd of elk just across the road from the ranch headquarters. There is so much game that it is unbelievable to even imagine that there would be so many animals here. Operating in three states allows us to provide an exceptional hunt for a wide range of hunters based on season dates, weapon preference and budget. We always had respectable bucks here, but, this year, the number of aged and bigger bucks was indeed impressive. Thank you so much for allowing me to come and hunt on your land! Each permit holder must harvest his or her own animal. On the front will be the property map which he will point out good areas to hunt as he has seen deer while harvesting and where he has taken them in the past. per campsite (no use of bathrooms), any number of hunters. Again, thanks for inviting us to stay and experience Colorado hospitality. The deadline for your reservations to hunt on the, "Y Lazy S Ranch". Thank you, to ALL. We loved our cabin- equipped with everything anyone would need! In speaking with some of the other hunters, they were also impressed. Very convenient location relative to town and truly remarkable amounts of game.A piece of Heaven on Earth. It is so, because I truly believe that you, my friends, are the best, And I need to do my utmost for you.. Military personnel and full-time students stationed or attending school in Nebraska for a period of at least 30 days. ACCOMMODATIONS, always upon availability), Please, check with COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE TO VERIFY DATES FOR ALL SEASONS FOR, ROCKY MOUNTAINELK, MULE DEER, PRONGHORNANTELOPE, All Mule Deer licenses are by draw ONLY., Second and Third Season Elk licenses can be purchased overthecounter.. We have a place to put you and your party. Have a Happy summer everybody and call me if you have any additional questions. The guy that should get a medal for effort, though, is Vince from Wisconsin. So, now with a total 6,500 under this ownership, it's easier to spread out our hunters , and be assured of the ultimate success. Love from your California friends. About ten minutes after legal shooting time, this BULL crested a hill near the blind I slept in and shortly after I was working on a down ELK. You are free to shoot mule deer or whitetail bucks whichever you license allows, but the area is 90% whitetail. The Sandhills are the largest dune formations in the Western Hemisphere. I rate your operation FIRST class all the way. Fishing on-site is available at the private lake with the small boat, or if the lake is safely frozen, you can ice fish . But, no matter how hard we work to have everything perfect for the arrival of all the special guests, new or old, there are always elements which interfere with the plans turning out perfectly well. So, the elk have been here since about the middle of December and they are hanging out, basking in the sun, to the torment of the "Ranching for wildlife" hunters, who cannot hunt them due to regulations, and they would not, anyway, due to the fact that, I will not do anything to get the elk moving. We are located within the natural migration route. If applying by mail, both applications must be marked as buddy and submitted in the same envelope. I've never hunted Ne but would like to try to find a decent muley for my dad and I. Zell Farms Hunting is located about 15 miles from the nearest town, offering a serene, quiet setting. The region is teeming with wildlife of a wide variety. Bucks that offer fantastic wild meat and a very respectable trophy to be prized. tel 303.297.1192 www.cpw.state.co.us/CPWshop, Please, do NOT forget the application DEADLINE, SO, let's dream and plan. Hunters ages 12 through 29 must have completed firearm hunter education when hunting ANYTHING with a firearm or crossbow. All in all, it was a great hunt and I look forward to visiting the ranch again in the future - maybe with a mule deer tag in my pocket next time. What a beauty!! The man has been seen alone in the wilderness, on ridges, in valleys and in between. A couple more snow storms before the third season, and we had elk running around everywhere on the "Y Lazy S Ranch". Fishing on-site is available at the private lake with the small boat, or if the lake is safely frozen, you can ice fish . Hunt dates are available on the Nebraska State website below Rifle: November Archery: September 15th - December 31st Muzzleloader: December 1st - 31st Non-Hunting guest fees are only $150 per day for lodging and meals. The Friday prior to the opening days of the rifle season in Nebraska which is usually the second Saturday in November (November 10th) the landowner will provide you each with a map of the property. We still need to paint the new siding outside and lay the tile on the floor in the big room; but, that will happen, also. And I work very hard trying to please everybody. We have approximately 11,000 acres that are divided into private ranches to provide you with the opportunity to hunt exclusively with your group. 3 Day DIY Spring Turkey Hunt $350 per Turkey with a maximum of 2. October AntlerlessValid in October Antlerless Unit Bag limit: two antlerless whitetail deer. We will direct you to a choice spot on the ranch, where you may camp away from the rest of the hunters and truly enjoy the beautiful western atmosphere. We have a tremendous amount of game and all of you who have been here before, know how much fun it can be to find yourselves surrounded by thousands of majestic wapitis. We harvested many cows and yearlings, and a lot of hunters left extremelyhappy. 25 Years of Nebraska Mule Deer Hunting Excellence SCROLL DOWN Unguided Deer, Elk and Antelope Hunting. All hunt packages have a maximum of 4 hunters per cabin. Nebraska provides youth the opportunity to purchase up to two youth permits valid for the harvesting of either sex deer in any unit of the state using the appropriate harvest method for that season. Once again, early in the year, the snowfall was minimal and therefore, we entered the summer months without any significant deep moisture in the ground. BOX 1304Craig, CO 81626-1304United Statesaleka@ylazysranch.com. We are the landowner, the farmers who toil on this land year round, we do not offer the fully guided hunts, (as those non-landowner outfitters who come and go, offer), but, we promise to assist you in any way we can on only our privately owned 6,500 acre ranch. In fact, Chuck was determined to get a real nice big buck, and held off until it was time to leave. Hunter is responsible for Breakfast, dinner and lodging. The listed ones are for rifle, with archery and muzzleloader reduced from that price. 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