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These Wyoming hunting trips are conducted on horseback, using seasoned horses and mules. Your Wyoming hunting adventures could include Elk, Mule Deer or Big Horn Sheep.

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Livingston Outfitting offers the best in outdoor vacations. Whether your interests lean toward fishing, photography, wildlife viewing, or just laying around camp with a good book, our horsepack trips make the perfect vacation.

With over 190 years combined experience, we have one of the best crews around.

Livingston Outfitting offers guided hunts and horsepack trips for your friends and family in the beautiful Wyoming mountains. We start our trips in Cody, Wyoming and trek through some of the most pristine Yellowstone National Park areas using seasoned horses and mules.

“ We had an awesome trip! I understand the weather made it very tough hunting for most but thankfully we both scored on good bulls. Camp life was great from the food to the conversation. Horses were exceptional as well. Could not have done it without them. This hunt is the real deal. It is tough but a great experience that I would recommend to anyone! Heath Till Client

“ Words cannot express the amount of fun and excitement we had on our trip. Everything was first class from the horses packing in to the accommodations in camp. The guides were top notch and done everything in their ability to put us on bulls. We all felt like you ran a first class wilderness hunting camp. Troy Client

“ The hunt was great and was all I expected and more. The accommodations, cook and wranglers were great people. Nate was a excellent guide and went to all lengths to help us get an elk. Terry Lutz and Larry Paul Clients

“ The hunt was outstanding and the guides and camp staff were exceptional. Everyone worked hard the food was great and so was the company. The country was beautiful a little snowy for that time of year though. Again thanks for a great time in camp and in Cody. Eugene Holloway Client

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Livingston Outfitting, Inc. 28 Trinity Pass Cody, WY 82414

307-899-3057 [email protected]

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Welcome to Elk Fork Outfitters:

We'll Show You the Wilderness on Horseback

Come enjoy Cody, Wyoming summer pack trips—riding horses, fishing, and relaxing in the Wilderness.  We know there are lots of Wyoming outfitters for you to choose from and we appreciate you choosing us!

Licensed Wyoming Hunting Outfitters for fair-chase guided, horseback hunts in our wall-tent camp in the Washakie Wilderness for Elk, Sheep and Moose.  Guided lodge hunts for Deer and Antelope.

Join us for a day of riding horses on the Shoshone National Forest, complete with a cookout lunch, or take a ride into the backcountry for fishing

Directions to the Elk Fork Trailhead

Our trailhead is located at the back of the Elk Fork Campground, about 30 miles west of Cody. 

If you set your odometer at the Red Barn Store in Wapiti, continue west on US-14 (US-16/US-20) toward Yellowstone National Park for 7.2 miles, and look for a left-hand turn at the Elk Fork Campground on the south side of the highway.

Pass by all the camper spots and the big parking lot and continue down the dirt road where there is a sign saying "No Trailers Past This Point." We will be just ahead.

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Seth and Alden Ballard, Elk Fork Outfitters LLC

17 Paintbrush Drive, Cody, WY 82414 USA

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Lodging before your trip...

The scout inn.

Freshly remodeled, with a restaurant on site. 

Located in downtown Cody, Wyoming.

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Teton Horseback Adventures

Trail rides, packtrips, hunting trips near Jackson and Yellowstone

Hunting In The Tetons Like No Place On Earth

Swift creek outfitters (outfitter # 077).

(Operating in the Ashton, Blackrock, and Jackson Ranger Districts under special use permit – equal opportunity service provider)

• Elk Specialist – Trophy Elk
• 5 Elk Camps – 3 Trophy Moose Areas

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Airport Pick-up Fees No Charge

Most Outfitters add a 3% Forest Service fee on top of their rate, all of our prices shown here have already added that fee.

Swift Creek Pack-In Camp #1

Swift creek pack-in camp #2, swift creek pack-in camp #3, wyoming trophy bull moose hunts.

Max point moose hunters give us a call!!!

• Pack in 10 miles
• Hunt two weeks
• Price – $8000
• No kill no pay

We hunt a very large elk country in north Jackson Hole which includes more National Park boundary than any other outfitter in Wyoming.  Including also the Teton Wilderness, Wineger Hole Wilderness, and the Jedediah Smith Wilderness.  Plus we can hunt from the south end of the Grand Teton National Park Boundary all the way east to the head of the Gros Ventre River drainage.

The Jackson Hole elk herd is managed at 11,000 head of elk and that is our main base of elk, but because of the vastness and having access to multiple elk areas in one big block, it gives us the opportunity to harvest bulls that migrate in from Dubois, WY winter range, Sand Creek winter range in Idaho, and the upper Green River winter range and feed ground from the Pinedale side.  When this is all layed out with the Grand Teton Park and Yellowstone Park boundaries at this level, the three wilderness areas along with the Gros Ventre River drainage and four different elk herds commingling creates a consistent pattern on bulls harvested and opportunity for trophy class bulls which creates a portfolio second to none.

We own 150 head of horses and mules that get used during the summer months so they are in shape and hunter user friendly.  Plenty of good quality hunting horses and mules play a big part in our success.    Five family members guide elk hunters every fall and many of the others have been with Swift Creek Outfitters for years.  The women family members do all the organizing and stay on top of the part that does not pertain to elk guiding.

With 36 years of elk only outfitter experience, big elk country, high end elk hunting ponies, seasoned elk guides, and the Swift Creek family members plus our great staff, is why we call ourselves Jackson Hole’s Premier Elk Outfitter.

Deposits and Payments

A $2000 deposit is required to book any of the hunts above.  Because of the demand from the day the hunt is committed to with the outfitter, the client has 14 days to have the deposit on the books unless other arrangements have been made.  The hunts above are booked on a first come first serve basis.  The first week of March a letter will be sent out pertaining to a $2500 2nd payment towards your hunt plus release forms to be read, signed, and sent back along with the 2nd payment.  The 2nd payment and release forms will be due by March 20th (only pertains to the client who is applying for the current year application period).

The elk licenses will be drawn on May 20th.  The final letter will go out to the client on the 1st week of June, will include final invoice and final necessary information pertaining to your hunt.  The final invoice will be due July 15th unless other arrangements have been made.  Listed prices are valid for 2024, prices subject to change on booked hunts and beyond.

No refunds will be made for cancelled hunts rather it be for the year you apply for a license or for hunts booked in advance.   All money is refundable if license is not drawn or you can roll funds to future hunts if there is an opening.  No refunds or adjustments for late arrivals, early departures, or no shows.

We handle all applications through our desk.   On the first week in December a letter will be sent out obtaining an information sheet for the client to fill out and send back by the first week of January along with proper funds.  After receiving the information sheet and funds, Swift Creek Outfitters will apply your information and funds into our outfitter portal, provided by the Wyoming Game & Fish Dept.  We advise you return the packet as soon as possible in case of a mail glitch.  We will want the packet here by Jan. 15th so that we’re not up against the deadline on Jan. 31st.

PREFERENCE POINTS

Preference points are needed to obtain licenses in Wyoming.  The regional elk areas that was passed by the Wyoming Game & Fish commission and the special elk license price increase that was passed by the Wyoming legislature will have a major impact on preference point creep.

Swift Creek Outfitters expects to draw 100% every year.  Individual preference point holders are still going to have to be very responsible in obtaining a preference point every year before the Oct. 31 deadline.

AIRPORTS AND TRAVEL

We will pick you up free of charge from the Jackson Hole Airport and take you to the trailhead and back.  Most hunters flying into Jackson Hole will use a taxi from the airport to the suggested hotel, and that is where we usually meet our clients.  It is always better to fly or drive in a day early and get some rest before your hunt begins.

It is always better to book your flights a few months earlier to ensure a better rate, especially if you are flying into Jackson Hole. The Jackson Hole Airport is the most convenient fly-in destination. Just make sure to start booking flights as soon as you draw your tag.

TAXIDERMY AND MEAT PROCESSING

We can suggest a good Taxidermist if need be, but we recommend you taking your trophy home if possible.  Meat processing can be done in Jackson within 12 hours of your flight departure.  All boxes are weighed out in 70 lb. boxes and dry iced ready for travel.  Your meat will be cut exactly the way you want it and packaged for the amount of people in your family.

All big game hunting guides have a lot of responsibility and hard work every day.  They depend on tips to make guiding worthwhile and to ensure us to have experienced guides each fall.  We encourage 10 to 15 percent of hunt price for your guide, $150-$200 for the camp cook, and $100 for wranglers and packers.

GRIZZLY BEAR PEPPER SPRAY

If you are booked on any of the Archery Hunts, we advise that you purchase a can of Pepper Spray.  Rifle hunters can also have trouble with Grizzlies, but we let them decide on whether they want to make the purchase or not.  Most Pepper Spray canisters with holsters cost $40-$50 and can be purchased at almost any sports store.

Wounded Animal Policy

If you draw blood whether you and your guide find the animal or not, that is your animal.  We will do everything possible to find and retrieve, but another animal will not be taken.

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Full service guided hunts, elk and mule deer hunts….

Read an article on the Ten Commandments of Horseback Hunting by Randy Palmer in the Oct 2008 issue of Western Horseman.

Hunting is what we do best. Hunting is what Over the Hill Outfitters is founded upon. We live to hunt. If hunting is what you love to do, this trip is for you. There is nothing quite like being in the high wilderness after a three inch snow, tracking a small herd of elk through the whiteness, knowing that they are just across the next ridge. Your heart beats, your nose filters the air, your eyes scan every inch of the horizon. You are as alive as is possible. You are in the hunt.

Riding from Camp before First Light.

We specialize in full service, guided elk hunts in Southwest Colorado’s Weminuche Wilderness.. Most of these take place in the Florida River Basin where we hunt the subalpine to alpine environment surrounding timberline. This is a huge area where you can hunt for five days without ever hitting the same place twice. However, we hunt wherever the elk are. That’s the golden rule of hunting: always hunt where the elk are. We know the Florida River Basin better than anyone. We are in the area from the time the snow lets us, till the snow drives us out. Sometimes longer. There is a resident herd of approximately 600 head of elk who do the same.

Frank’s 6X6 Rifle Bull.

Our camps are similar to those of our Pack Trips, with woodstove heated wall tents, cots with pads to sleep on, and a chef to prepare incredible meals. Everything is provided except for your personal and hunting gear. We strive to meet your every need within the realm of the wilderness area that we are visiting.

All of our hunts are strictly first class with one guide for each hunter to maximize your opportunity for success. Other options are available. Our guides join us because of their love of hunting. They are skilled in horses, outdoor living, people skills and of course hunting. We at Over the Hill Outfitters have overwhelming pride in our guides. We can assure you that they are of the highest quality and are dedicated to providing you with the best hunt possible.

Archery Hunting…

Paul’s 6X6 Archery Bull with Guide, Randy Palmer.

Our favorite hunt is the Bow Hunt. This is quintessential hunting where man and animal are engaged in the ultimate experience of nature. This is the most exciting time to be immersed in the hunt. The elk are in rut, the weather is a little bit nicer (usually) and there are a lot less hunters out. The elk are often in larger herds. A herd of 300 elk may not be the easiest to hunt, but it is something to behold. Join us at Over the Hill Outfitters for the bow hunt of a lifetime. You won’t regret it.

Tommy’s 6X6 Archery Bull.

Blackpowder Hunting…

Paul’s 6X6 Blackpowder Bull.

The same can be said of the Black Powder Hunt. It too is one of our favorites, with the season coinciding with the archery season. This time of year the elk are generally in the rut adding excitement and the ability to call in bulls. This hunt is a test for the primitive weapon hunter and one of the most enjoyable hunts that we offer.

Lambert’s Highcountry Blackpowder Buck

Ricky’s 6X6 Blackpowder Bull.

Rifle Hunting…

Syd’s 4X4 Rifle Bull.

The combination rifle season is the highlight of the year. This is the hunt we’ve all been waiting for. Often times the elk are still in the tail end of rut, letting us know where they are. Other times they know that they are being hunted, making this truly a hunt. Either way, we aim to provide you with the best possible hunt. Come join us. We know you will be glad you did.

Rick’s 4X4 High Country Rifle Bull.

Ronnie’s 5X5 High Country Rifle Bull.

Richard’s 5X5 3rd Season Rifle Bull.

Hunting in the Emerald Lake Basin.

John’s 5X5 4th Season Rifle Bull.

Weight Limits

To protect our horses, we have a weight limit on all High Mountain Rides . 190 pounds if height is less than 6′ 210 pounds if height is over 6′

What are you waiting for? Adventure awaits, Book a Trip with OTHO!

Contact Joel & Krystal with any questions!

T (307) 587-3200 Email:  [email protected]

Rand Creek Outfitters 3080 Northfork Highway, Wapiti, WY 82450

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Elk, Mule Deer, Antelope, Big Horn Sheep, Mountain Goat and more!

Rand creek outfitters - wapiti, wyoming, your wyoming hunting outfitter, family owned hunting outfitter, lodging & more....

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Rand Creek Outfitters specializes in guided lodge hunts in the Shoshone National Forest of WY for elk, mule deer, antelope, big horn sheep & mountain goats, along with horse pack trips & guided fishing trips near Cody, Wyoming.

Opportunities at trophy game exist around every corner, and the Rand Creek Outfitters Crew is no stranger to putting you on the animal of a lifetime!

Family Owned & Operated

We are proud to be a family-owned, operated and licensed Wyoming Outfitter and Hunting Guide Service. We offer top quality lodge hunts including comfortable accommodations and home-cooked meals at our Wyoming Guest Ranch. Your guided hunting trip, pack trip or fishing trip will be in some of the most beautiful and rugged country in northwestern Wyoming, the Shoshone National Forest. Rand Creek Outfitters is located betweenCody, WY and Yellowstone National Park.

An unforgettable hunting experience in Wyoming! RCR Guide & Outfitter is located in the stunning Wapiti Valley between Yellowstone National Park & historic Cody, in northwestern Wyoming, USA.

Joel and krystal met in the mountains of idaho many years ago, and since then the west has always remained a special place. they decided it was time for a life change and to bring their family here to the northfork of the shoshone river to where they now call home. you are invited to come share the experience with them, trophy opportunities around every corner make wyoming the place to be when it comes to big game western hunting. mule deer, elk, pronghorn antelope, big horn sheep, shiras moose and mountain goat are just some of the opportunities you can experience with rand creek outfitters.

HUNTING EXPERIENCE

At Rand Creek Outfitters, we want you to have the most enjoyable and successful large game hunt possible. Our guides can not guarantee a kill, but we will do everything we can to make sure your Wyoming hunt is rewarding. We strive for the whole hunt to be memorable. We have no control over weather, migrations and hunter's performance.

APPLICATIONS

Wyoming offers a lottery style application process for most licenses. see details below..

Elk Hunt   - application period 1/4 -2/1 (left over Archery Only Draw - June/July)

Deer & Antelope Hunts - application period 1/4 - 6/1

Sheep, Moose & Goat Hunts -  application period 1/4 - 3/1

Mountain Lion Hunts   - mountain lion tags are available over the counter

A $12.50 conservation stamp available over the counter is required to hunt or fish in  Wyoming .

Not included in your Wyoming Guided Hunt price:

License and Conservation stamp , gratuities for cooks, guides & wranglers , cost of big game processing, taxidermy, alcohol or any incidentals pertinent to individual hunters.

LIVE RANCH WEBCAM

Our webcam is located at our guest ranch between Cody, Wyoming & the east gate of Yellowstone National Park on the Northfork of the Shoshone River. Our webcam currently updates every half hour with a view of our barn and corrals with beautiful Jim Mountain in the background. If you feel that you are not seeing the current view, please refresh/reload the page.

GUIDED HORSEBACK RIDES & PACK TRIPS

In yellowstone national park.

VOTED TOP 10 for Horseback Riding in Wapiti, WY by Yelp (2018, 2019)

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RAND CREEK OUTFITTERS

Rand creek outfitters is a family-owned wyoming hunting guide & outfitting ranch featuring lodging and clean western cabin rentals between cody, wyoming and yellowstone national park with clean cabins, hunting access, guided hunting, fishing and horseback trips. wyoming outfitter • big game lodge hunts • license #bg238 & permittee for the shoshone national forest yellowstone national park guided pack trips & guided day trips • rand creek outfitters is an authorized concessioner of the national park service, department of the interior - #cc-yell-157-16, quick links.

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Guided elk hunts, arizona, new mexico, utah, nevada, wyoming.

Guided Elk Hunts

We are blessed and humbled to have successfully guided more elk hunters out West than any other outfitter. In fact, We are the only outfitter with two bulls represented in the Top Ten all-time record book! Our top bull in company history is “Turkey Foot” (2023) at just over 458 inches (gross) and “Waldo” (2021) at just over 440 inches (gross)!

Our Team offers full service guided and outfitted elk hunts in five states. We only hunt areas that provide superior age and genetic potential, generally targeting 330”+ bulls throughout the west. Bulls from 340”-380” plus are available during high moisture years in our premier units as seen in our photo album , on our social media , and our TV show . With both draw and private land opportunities available in five of the nation’s best elk states, there’s always a place for you with us in elk country!

Depending on the season and state, elk hunts can be booked as 5, 7, 10, or 14 day trips. Click one of the options below to learn about our guided elk hunts in each of the five states we serve, then contact us to plan your trip! Let’s start making memories today!

If you want to hunt for trophy bull elk with us–in any state, we strongly recommend joining Zero Outfitter Fees .

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Dan Adler, Owner/Guide -Veteran USAF Officer and Command Pilot for the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Safari Club International - Arizona Chapter Hunter of the Year Many of our Guides are Veterans and First Responders.

Constant Quest Wyoming Hunting Fishing Trips

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Guided Hunting, Fishing, & Pack Trips in the pristine wilderness of the famed Thorofare Country. Wyoming’s Constant Quest for Adventure Starts here!

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CONSTANT QUEST OUTFITTERS

Constant Quest Outfitters offers quality elk hunts in the famed Thorofare Country of the Bridger-Teton / Shoshone National Forest.

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  598 Hunter Creek Rd, Cody, WY 82414

OFFICE HOURS

Monday 10:00am - 6:00pm

Tuesday 10:00am - 6:00pm

Wednesday 10:00am - 6:00pm

Thursday 10:00am - 6:00pm

Friday 10:00am - 6:00pm

Saturday CLOSED

Sunday CLOSED

We are an equal opportunity employer and always interested in hearing how you might want to partner together or become the newest member of CQ Outfitters.

Permitee of Shoshone NF and Bridger Teton NF. Wyoming Outfitter License #BG-173. "Equal Opportunity Provider"

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Hunting Guide Pack Trips

Wyoming & idaho hunting pack trips, prepare for the ride of your life.

Your horse snorts quietly from somewhere behind you, but your concentration won’t be broken. You didn’t spend all this time and effort to go home empty handed. And it looks like today is going to be worth your while.

We offer guided Pack Trips in Wyoming & Idaho’s Targhee National Forest from September to October, hunting deer, elk, mountain goat, moose, wolves and black bear. Hearty meals, horses, & wall tents are included, with a guest-to-guide ratio of 2:1.

We also guide a few weeks of Big Horn Sheep hunts for Turrett Creek Outfitters.

• Hunt Deer, Elk, Mountain Goat, Black Bear, Moose, Antelope, BIg Horn Sheep & Mtn. Lion.
• Fly into Jackson, WY or Salt Lake City, UT.
• Hunt in Targhee National forest.
• Five full days of hunting.
• One guide per two hunters.
• Variety of hunts and areas available. We can customize an individual trip to fit your needs.

Not Included:

• Transportation to the trailhead
• Tag fees, conservation stamp, or elk special management fee
• Lodging the night before and after you pack in and out of camp.
• Meat Processing
• Gratuities for guides and staff.

GUIDED HORSEBACK WILDERNESS DEER & ELK HUNTS

This hunt is available for both Archery and Rifle Seasons. A mix of private land, forest service and wilderness area will be hunted. Horseback hunting will be our primary means of transportation, but 4×4 and hiking will be used to access some areas. The majority of hunting will be done on public land. Lodging and meals are provided in our high-end lodge adjacent to the Flat Tops Wilderness Area. In some cases, the option to spike camp for a night may be available. You can focus on several species (including elk, mule deer, and bears – based on season/tag availability) or focus on a single species.

Lodge hunts are afternoon arrival, 5 full days of hunting, morning departure.

Success Rates, Tag Availability and Other Information

Success Rates: Bear- Dedicated 5 day hunt – 75%+. As an “opportunity” tag added on to a deer/elk focused hunt – 20-25%

Elk- All of these hunts are true wilderness hunts where being in good shape, being able to ride a few hours each day and being able to bare inclement weather will pay off with the hunt of a lifetime. Rifle hunts average 40-80%+ shot opportunity on legal bulls for those that hunt every morning and afternoon/night of their hunt. Archery hunts run roughly 1/2 the success rate of rifle hunts. The biggest variable is weather and the hunter’s persistence. The majority of bulls are medium sized, 4-6 point animals. Roughly 1/10th of our harvested bulls score 300+.

Mule Deer- During 2nd and 3rd rifle seasons our hunters with deer tags have 50-80% shot opportunity on bucks. 4th Season rifle hunters generally have a 90-100% opportunity to harvest a mature buck. Dedicated muzzleloader hunters will have a 50-70% chance of getting an opportunity at a mature buck. Archery deer hunts are highly variable on the hunter’s shooting abilities. Shooting opportunities under 70 yards are 60-70% on a five day deer-focused hunt.

The primary focus of these hunts will be mature mule deer in the 160″+ class. We have taken many deer in the 170-180″ class and some over 200″.

Tag Availability: September – Archery Deer are easy to draw, Archery Elk are over-the-counter, Rifle Bear are easy to draw Muzzleloader – Deer tags are easy to draw, Elk tags require 2-4 preference points. 1st season – Elk are easy to draw, Bear tags are over-the-counter 2nd season – Deer are easy to draw, Elk are over-the-counter 3rd season – Deer require 0-1 preference points to draw. Elk are over-the-counter 4th season – Deer require 2-3 points for residents, non-residents should expect to draw with 4-6 points. Bull tags take 0-1 points to draw.

Operating on the White River National Forest and the Flat Tops Wilderness under a special use permit from the US Forest Service. An Equal Opportunity Provider. Bonded and Insured.

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About Horseback Hunting

A horse was one of the most ancient assistants to human hunters, second only to the dog. It helped keep up with the quarry that was much faster than a biped, approach an animal put to bay by dogs before it could get away, or get close enough for a shot. Apart from riding at full gallop, wily hunters would also stalk birds and beasts by walking to them so that the silhouette of a human was covered by the body of the horse. These types of hunting are seldom met with these days, but the use of horses afield is far from over. A great advantage of a horse is that it can go where no wheeled vehicles can. This can be invaluable where you have to cover lots of ground over broken terrain. In countries like Kirghizstan, hunters would ride the sturdy local steeds from one spotting place to the next; as soon as the game is spotted, though, the horses would be left behind under care of one of the guides, and the hunters would stalk the animals on foot. There’s no such thing as a born rider, and if you are considering a horseback hunt you must take a few lessons to learn (or refresh) the skills. When you go to a riding school for the first time, you may be surprised that your lessons begin and end with caring for the horse. It’s not obvious for many city dwellers that a horse is not a machine. It can get tired, hurt, lazy, excited, or frightened, perhaps by your own unexpected movement or shout. If you want your ride to be safe and enjoyable, you need to establish rapport with your horse, and the key to that is care and attention - something that a horse needs just as much as a human. And although caring for horses is one of the responsibilities of the guides, you must at least offer to lend a hand. Read more...

Most hunts listed as “horseback” imply that the hunters use their four-legged assistant to take them deep into the wilderness which you can’t access with the help of motor vehicles. Mules are often used to carry loads, and horses for riding. Horseback hunting offers an additional challenge as well – animals need to be cared after, and stories of city hunters being thrown off their horses do happen occasionally. However, the romance of the old days, and the inimitable feeling of camaraderie not only with humans, but with animals, that horseback hunting implies, more than pays its way. Hide details

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Welcome to the 'Bob'

Tired of the stresses brought about by everyday hustle and bustle? Ever listened to a babbling stream and whispering pines while sleeping under the stars?  Join us in the vast Montana wilderness to channel your inner adventurer.  Enjoy views of land untouched by man from horseback, eat tasty meals cooked over campfires, and catch native trout from clear rocky bottomed rivers.  Whether your backcountry goals are relaxing in the fresh Montana air or embarking on a fair chase hunt, we will guide you on the adventure of your dreams.  Start planning your trip now! 

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About Bob Marshall Wilderness Outfitters 

Specializing in backcountry horseback vacations through the summer and early fall, Bob Marshall Wilderness Outfitters will guide you into the pristine wilderness of the "Bob" for an unforgettable experience.  Our pack trips are generally 5-9 days in length, with supplies and food packed in on mules. We travel on horseback, with days in the saddle ranging from 2-6 hours.  Our well-trained horses are suitable for all rider levels, so no riding experience is necessary.  Since sleeping under the stars isn't for everyone, we pack in tents and cots to help assure a good night's rest.  Waking up is easy when you breathe in the crisp morning air mixed with the smell of cowboy coffee and the campfire it's prepared over.  Layover days can be spent simply relaxing, or exploring all the "Bob" has to offer, ranging from hiking rocky mountain peaks to fishing crystal-clear streams.  Scrumptious, healthy meals are prepared by our talented camp cook, leaving you with a full belly ready for nights capped off by camaraderie around the campfire.  Your safety and comfort are of the upmost importance to us.  Our knowledgeable guides will help attain each of those, allowing you to sit back and enjoy the majestic landscapes, flora, and wildlife we encounter th roughout the trip. 

We also have guided fair chase elk, bear, and deer hunts in the fall and spring bear hunts available. Check out the 'Big Game Hunts' tab to learn more.   

About the 'Bob'

Named after an early forester and conservationist, the Bob Marshall Wilderness is over 1.5 million acres of roadless terrain, leaving it as one of the most completely preserved mountain ecosystems in the world. It contains the kind of wilderness most people can only imagine; rugged peaks, alpine lakes, grassy meadows, shimmering streams, and big river valleys.

The Wilderness runs for 60 miles along the Continental Divide, with elevations ranging from 4,000 feet to more than 9,000 feet. A huge escarpment called the Chinese Wall highlights the Bob's vast beauty, with an average height of more than 1,000 feet and a length of 22 miles.

With more than 1,000 miles of a well-developed trail system, the 'Bob' is prime location for horse back and mule-pack trips. It s array of wildlife also allows for trophy fishing and hunting trips, all of which are available through Bob Marshall Wilderness Outfitters! 

Bob Marshall Wilderness Outfitters is owned and operated by Trent Osburn. Trent is a native to Montana and has ample experience in the backcountry. Growing up hunting with his dad and brothers, and outfitting prior to buying Bob Marshall Wilderness Outfitters, Trent has the expertise and knowledge to guide you through the trip of a lifetime in the most unforgettable way possible. 

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Spend a couple hours in the saddle on a horseback ride, or enjoy a whole week in the wilderness on a pack trip. Dabble in some fly fishing or make it the focus of your trip. Looking for guided fair-chase big game hunting? We’ve got that covered too! As a big game outfitter, Swan Mountain has access to thousands of acres of the Flathead National Forest, the famed Bob Marshall Wilderness, and serene Swan River State Forest. This landscape encompasses excellent habitat for ungulates, black bear, and mountain lion.

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The Bob offers 60 miles of the most unforgettable scenery and from July through September, 7 Lazy P Outfitting is honored to provide the best Bob Marshall Wilderness horse pack trips.

Indulge in day rides and hikes through the fifth-largest wilderness area in the lower 48 states. As our trips take you into a wilderness are, trails are only open to foot and stock use.   The Bob is home to incredible wildlife, including grizzly bears, moose , elk , black bear s, mountain goat s, and bighorn sheep, as well as  b ald eagles and hawks .

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"We did a pack trip last summer. We had an excellent time. The family, employees included, was so wonderful. Coming from a metropolitan area it was so refreshing to visit somewhere where people are still so friendly. Montana is beautiful and I would highly recommend this company for a pack take on a camping vacation. "

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"My family and I had a fantastic experience with 7 Lazy P!! We can’t wait to do it again only this time adding new family members and friends to the experience! "

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"Just back from a 7 day trip. Five guests to the South Chinese Wall. Had a great time...beautiful landscape, great campsites...the food was excellent...and the fishing couldn't be better. These are the outfitters you want to choose. "

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"If you're looking for a great trip in the Montana wilderness, run by some fantastic people, you can't go wrong with 7 Lazy P Outfitting. Highly recommended - you won't regret it. "

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Chinook Pass Outfitters

Guided hunting trips and trail riding in the cascade mountains of wa.

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We offer: Hunting trips, Horseback Riding, Guided hunts

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Horseback Riding

Two Locations for hunting trips, Horseback Riding and Guided hunts:

Bumping Lake  ( East side) 

Crystal Mountain ( West side)

Packing Services

Pricing is determined per person and how  many horses/ mules  and wranglers  are needed

Special Tag

CPO can assist you in  a hunt of a life time

Campground Rental

We have a package to fit every hunters needs.   Fully guided hunts to just packing your game out.

Operating under a special use permit. Recreation Service partners with the U.S.D.A. forest Service and Wenatchee National Forest.

Is your family   or group looking for a  place to camp? We have  the spot. This basecamp has  a hitching rail,  and a creek to water the horses, and plenty of parking.  Close to Bumping Lake.  There is a outhouse for those tenting it.   No electrical, water hook ups. or garbage service . (you pack it in you pack it out .)

When The riding season opens and telephone numbers

90 bumping river road location 1 (509) 575-0417 --** after the click or 2nd ring enter 50.

Memorial Day weekend - Labor Day 

10:00 a.m.  to 6:00 p.m.  

 Later by appointment.

Crystal Mountain Location

Opening date to be determined. We are currently riding at 90 Bumping River Rd. 98937, off Hwy 410.

Two Locations to service you

Bumping lake --- we are located off chinook pass hwy 410, nine miles west of whistlin jack's.

Call us at  1 (509) 575-0417 - **after the click, or 2nd ring  enter 50  ( this is a shared radio phone) 90 Bumping River Rd.  Naches 98937.

Crystal Mountain --- We are located at 90 Bumping River RD. 98937.

Call us at 1 (509) 575-0417   after the click enter 50

Office 1- 509- 653 -2633 M-F

 For any further information  call the office. Please  leave your name and number slowly and a brief message, when we get back  in  on Monday  we will return your call. 

( We are unable to return the call if we are unable to write the phone  number down --we retrieve our messages from a radio phone

rides offered

One hour ride.

About a 3 mile ride we book this as 1 hour

Two hour ride

About 6 miles  of riding we book this as a 2 hour ride

Ride for a couple of hours stop to eat lunch, ride a couple more hours and return to base-camp. Lunch not included  12 years old and older party of 2 minimum.   Call 509-653-2633 to schedule.

Ride with the Boss

When we pack for the Forest Service, you can ride long with us. Watch us while we do all the work. We ride in the rain, snow and sunshine. Get on the waiting list.   Call 509-653-2633 to schedule 

Fishing Trip

We have some good fishing holes. Way back in the wilderness, let us ride you in  on our horses     Call 509-653-2633 to schedule 

Summer Camp

We provide the horses, you provide the riders.   Some of the camps we have accommodated have been as far away as Rockaway Beach.

  Prices  are  TBD  because of rising hay price, fuel cost and minimum wages.

PACKING SERVICES

WE OFFER PACKING SERVICES: We will take you and your camping gear into the wilderness, you can stay as long as you want and we will come pack you  out .          (Family vacations, retreats, hunting party and fishing trips). We can provide tents and cook stoves for additional fees.

Pricing is determined per person,  number of  horses/ mules  and wranglers that   are needed .

Special permit tags

CPO can assist you in  a hunt of a life time.

We have a package to fit every hunters needs. 

Fully guided hunts to just packing your game out.

 Our exclusive hunting territory includes four  big game management areas. GMU346-352-356, and South Rainier Unit, 

Drop Camps   ( 2 person min)

You furnish all the gear; we pack you in and out. Includes game packing 2 pack animals per person. 

You hike in   $ 1,000   pp                                    You ride in  $ 1,250 pp

Furnished Drop Camps   ( 2 person min)

We furnish the gear: tent, stove, utensils, lantern, and propane. We pack you in and out, includes game packing, 2 pack animals per person. 

You hike in $ 1,250 pp                                    You ride in $ 1,500 pp

Deluxe Camp- Fully Guided  

We furnish the gear, we bring the groceries, we furnish the cook, and  you ride in and out on saddle horses. We pack the game. Trophy fee apply. 

1 day in 

5 full days of hunting

One guide per each two hunters

Unguided Deluxe Camp 

Available   $ 5,200 pp

  Game Packing   $750 and up.

Call the office  1 509 653 2633   to book your hunt today.

Hitching Post

Additional information.

We have the minister and we have the hitching post.  All we need is a couple  to hitch. 

Call the office to book your date.

Contact Us : OFFICE 1 509 653 2633

Paul wilson chinook pass outfitters po box 1030 naches, wa. 98937.

Operating under a special use permit. Recreation Service partners with the U.S.D.A. Forest Service and Wenatchee National Forest.  

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Cash, check or charge card accepted at time of ride. 

1/2 deposit required when booking. 

 No cancellation policy applies to all services.

Minimum Age:  6 years old to ride. 

No Double Riding 

Weight restricted to 250lbs or less. 

Clothing that is suitable for outdoor activity.

 For All Day Rides please bring a Sack lunch 

Closed-toe shoes highly advised 

No smoking on the trail

No coolers on rides

 No backpacks on rides 

 We provide helmets for safety. 

 You are welcome to bring your own helmet if you like. 

Release liability forms must be signed prior to ride.

 Remember, the weather can change fast in the high country. Always wear clothing that is suitable for the activity.

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Whistlin'jack lodge.

whistlinjacklodge.com  20800 State Route 410, Naches, WA 98937   (509) 658-2433

Elk Ridge Lodge

Elk Ridge Campground  13880 SR 410  Naches, WA 98937 (509) 658-2093

Bumping River Resort

  8451 Bumping River Road Goose Prairie, Washington 98937

Phone (509) 225-9115

Bumping Lake Marina

18431 State Route 410, Naches, WA 98937  (509) 658-2583

Squaw Rock Resort

15070 State Route 410 Naches, WA 98937 Tel. (509) 658-2926

1330 Bumping Lake Road Goose Prairie, WA 98937  (509) 240-0003

Alta Crystal Resort

68317 SR 410 E, Greenwater, WA 98022   (360) 663-2500

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Khabarovsk Krai is a federal subject of Russia located in the center of the Russian Far East, part of the Far Eastern Federal District. Khabarovsk is the capital city of the region.

The population of Khabarovsk Krai is about 1,299,000 (2022), the area - 787,633 sq. km.

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History of Khabarovsk Krai

In the Middle Ages, the territory of today’s Khabarovsk Krai was inhabited mainly by the peoples of the Tungus-Manchu language group, as well as Nivkhs. In China they were known collectively as “wild Jurchen”. In the 13th-14th centuries, the Mongol rulers of China repeatedly organized expeditions to the lower Amur.

Russians began the development of the Far East in the 17th century. In 1639, a Cossack troop headed by Ivan Moskvitin reached the coast of the Sea of Okhotsk. The first stockade town was built in the mouth of the Ulya River. Later, Vasily Danilovich Poyarkov and Yerofei Pavlovich Khabarov were the first who started joining the Amur lands to Russia. Before Russians came here, the tribes of Daurs, Evenks, Natks, Gilyaks and others lived in this area (only about 30 thousand people).

The area was quickly populated by Russian settlers; new stockade towns were founded. But the process was interrupted due to a conflict with the Qing Dynasty. From the 1680s, Manchus started to fight against the Russian state.

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Russia could not move significant military forces to the Amur region and had to sign the Treaty of Nerchinsk (1689). According to it, Russians had to leave the left bank of the Amur River but managed to uphold its rights for the area behind Lake Baikal and the Sea of Okhotsk coast.

In the 18th century, Okhotsk became the main Pacific port of the Russian Empire. Development of the northern coast of the Pacific, exploration of the Kuril Islands and Sakhalin prepared the basis for the return of the Amur region.

In 1847, Nikolai Nikolayevich Muravyov was appointed a governor-general of Eastern Siberia. He did his best to return the Amur area to the Russian Empire. The number of Russians in the region began to grow. In 1858, the town of Khabarovsk was founded.

As a result of the weakening of China during the Opium Wars, two agreements were signed - the Aigun Treaty in 1858 and the Beijing Treaty in 1860. The Russian-Chinese border was established on the Amur and Ussuri rivers.

In 1884, Zabaikalskaya, Amurskaya and Primorskaya regions were united into Priamurskoye region with the center in Khabarovsk. Until the late 19th century, the Amur area was settled slowly. The situation changed in the early 20th century. In 1900, the Trans-Baikal Railway was opened, in 1902 - the Chinese Eastern Railway.

As a result, the number of settlers grew rapidly. In 1900-1913, about 300,000 peasants from other regions of the Russian Empire came to the Amur area. There were three towns (Khabarovsk, Nikolayevsk-on-Amur and Okhotsk) on the territory, which makes Khabarovsk krai today. By 1915, there were more than six thousand settlements with a total population of 316,300 people in Primorskaya oblast.

The Civil War lead to a great number of deaths and economic collapse in Russia. The restoration of pre-war level of economy was achieved by 1926. New cities were built in the region - Komsomolsk-on-Amur, Birobidzhan. October 20, 1938, Dalnevostochny region was divided into Khabarovsky and Primorsky regions.

In 1947-1948, Sakhalin and Amur regions were separated from Dalnevostochny region. In 1953, Magadan region was formed and separated from Dalnevostochny region. In 1956, Kamchatka region became independent too. In 1991, the Jewish autonomous region was separated from Dalnevostochny region.

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Khabarovsk Krai is one of the largest administrative-territorial units of the Russian Federation. The territory of the region stretches for about 1,800 kilometers from north to south, and for 125-750 km from west to east. The distance from Khabarovsk to Moscow is 8,533 km by rail, 8,385 by roads and 6,075 km by air.

Part of the southern boundary of the Khabarovsk region is the state border of Russia with China. The province is washed by the Sea of Okhotsk and the Sea of Japan. The coastline extension is 3,390 km, including islands, the largest of them are Shantarsky Islands. The highest point is Berill Mountain (2,933 meters).

The climate of the region changes from north to south. Winters are long and snowy. The average temperature in January is in the range of minus 22-40 degrees Celsius, on the coast - minus 18-24 degrees Celsius. Summers are hot and humid. The average temperature in July is about plus 15-20 degrees Celsius.

In general, Khabarovsk Krai is one of the most sparsely populated regions of Russia, which is due, firstly, the general economic decline of the post-Soviet time, and secondly - the severity of the local climate, comparable with the regions of the Far North.

The largest cities and towns are Khabarovsk (613,500), Komsomolsk-on-Amur (239,400) Amursk (38,200), Sovetskaya Gavan (22,900), Nikolaevsk-on-Amur (17,400), Bikin (15,900).

Khabarovsk Krai - Economy and Transport

The main branches of the local economy are mechanical engineering and metalworking, ferrous metallurgy, mining, fishing, food, light and timber industries. The mineral resources of the region include gold, tin, aluminum, iron, coal and lignite, graphite.

The main highways of Khabarovsk Krai are M60 “Ussuri” (Khabarovsk - Ussuriysk - Vladivostok) and M58 “Amur” (Chita - Never - Svobodny - Arkhara - Birobidzhan - Khabarovsk). The railway station “Khabarovsk-2” is a large railway hub. The directions are as follows: to the south (to Vladivostok and Port Vostochny), to the west (to Moscow) and to the north (to Komsomolsk-on-Amur).

The river port in Khabarovsk is the largest on the Amur River. The other river ports of the region are located in Komsomolsk and Nikolayevsk. The sea ports of the region are Okhotsk, Ayan, Nikolayevsk-on-Amur, Vanino, Sovetskaya Gavan.

Tourism in Khabarovsk Krai

The rich natural potential of the region provides endless opportunities for the development of ecological tourism. You can see reindeer, brown and Himalayan bears, bighorn sheep and even the Siberian tigers on the territory of Khabarovsk krai.

The Amur River is the main attraction of the region. Most of natural, cultural and historical tourist sites are concentrated in the valley of this river.

Shantarsky Islands, one of the most beautiful and unique places of unspoiled nature, are another natural attraction of this region. The inaccessibility of the islands allowed to preserve pristine nature. Shantarsky Islands are a habitat of whales, seals, killer whales. It is a great place for fishing.

If you prefer ethnographic tourism, you may be interested in cave paintings located near the Nanai village of Sikachi-Alyan and Lake Bolon, which is a large bird sanctuary. In the past, there were a Buddhist temple and ancient settlements in the vicinity of the lake.

Lovers of adventure tourism may be interested in rafting, fishing tours, caving and winter recreation.

The best time for tourism in Khabarovsk krai: “late spring - early summer”, “end of summer - early fall.”

The largest international airport in the region is located in Khabarovsk. The flights to Moscow, Vladivostok, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Novosibirsk, Yakutsk, Krasnoyarsk, Irkutsk, Bangkok, Seoul, Harbin are available.

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