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outfitter suggestions?
« on: February 02, 2013, 07:21:30 PM »
Thinking of booking a deer hunt soon for my father and myself. He's not really able to hike around here. So was curious if anyone could make any recommendations on a good outfitter. We live in Yakima but are willing to travel. Prefer mulies but not a deal breaker.
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Re: outfitter suggestions?
« Reply #1 on: February 02, 2013, 07:22:55 PM »
What state?
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« Reply #2 on: February 02, 2013, 07:29:49 PM »
Washington
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Re: outfitter suggestions?
« Reply #3 on: February 02, 2013, 07:35:58 PM »
You might check into Tanglewood Outfitters out of Tonasket. I know some members here have had good mule deer hunts with them. Do a search for "Tanglewood" and you should find a few older threads to read.

Here is their website:  http://www.twguides.com/

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« Reply #4 on: February 02, 2013, 07:46:35 PM »
Contact Dale, I'm sure he has connections.
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« Reply #5 on: February 02, 2013, 08:35:55 PM »
Bearpaw should be able to help you out. His website has a lot of info and different hunts.

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Re: outfitter suggestions?
« Reply #6 on: February 02, 2013, 09:01:18 PM »
Talk to Dale @ BearPaw Outfitters.  He's the owner of this site.  I've hunted with him and he has quite the operation!

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« Reply #7 on: February 02, 2013, 09:14:49 PM »
If you want montana , sun canyon lodge has a lodge hunt thats top notch that might work out

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« Reply #8 on: February 02, 2013, 09:28:21 PM »
If you want montana , sun canyon lodge has a lodge hunt thats top notch that might work out

If this is an option for you, my uncle is the NW booking agent for Sun Canyon and I could get you in touch with him for more info and references. He goes every year and loves it there.

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« Reply #9 on: February 02, 2013, 09:47:04 PM »
Out of state really isn't an option. And thanks for the replies so far guys. Anyone have personal experience with any of these? Doesn't matter if you got an animal as long as you felt it was worth every penny.
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« Reply #10 on: February 02, 2013, 09:54:20 PM »
Bearpaw should be able to help you out. His website has a lot of info and different hunts.

Bearpaw has some great hunts and accomodations. highly recommended.

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« Reply #11 on: February 02, 2013, 10:16:24 PM »
What your hearing is the truth. If you want to spend time looking at all your options, do it all first, and then call Dale @ Bearpaw! Your experience will go far beyond a great hunt!  :tup:

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« Reply #12 on: February 03, 2013, 05:54:34 PM »
If dads health is ok you may also cincider a high buck drop camp . good way to get to the basics and enjoy the time with your pops .

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« Reply #13 on: February 03, 2013, 05:59:09 PM »
I've heard good things about Tanglewood outfitters in Tonasket.

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« Reply #14 on: February 03, 2013, 06:02:30 PM »
I am just up the hill in goldendale. I run more management hunts. Does and cull bucks I want off my ranches. Does he have a disabled permit by chance or are you wanting a trophy hunt?
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« Reply #15 on: February 03, 2013, 06:43:01 PM »
No disability permit. He has knee troubles. Walks and it'll randomly give out on him. A trophy would be nice but won't pass up a shooter thou.
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« Reply #16 on: February 03, 2013, 06:46:33 PM »
Gotcha I would send you to Dale :tup:
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« Reply #17 on: February 03, 2013, 07:12:59 PM »
Does Dale have mule deer hunts in Washington?
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« Reply #18 on: February 03, 2013, 07:21:15 PM »
Jolten, we use blinds a lot and have 90%+ success with no real hiking needed, we do have some mule deer but the vast majority of our deer are whitetail.
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« Reply #19 on: February 03, 2013, 07:22:59 PM »
Does Dale have mule deer hunts in Washington?

No but he said it was not a deal breaker so it might work for him.
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« Reply #20 on: February 03, 2013, 07:24:51 PM »
Does Dale have mule deer hunts in Washington?

No but he said it was not a deal breaker so it might work for him.

I would stay west of stevens county if Mule deer is your goal. There in pockets to the east but much tougher to hunt.

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« Reply #21 on: February 03, 2013, 07:29:29 PM »
I have a ranch hunt in Montana where I will guarantee a 4x4 or better mule or whitetail buck! We have been 100% kill for many years. But the downside is the NR License is $570.

Also have an easy ranch hunt in Utah where I will guarantee a mule buck. Licenses are $338 I think there.
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« Reply #22 on: February 03, 2013, 07:31:49 PM »
Id roll with Dale.

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« Reply #23 on: February 03, 2013, 08:47:45 PM »
What's your rates in Washington? And carpsniper what's your rates as well? Your a little closer to us.
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« Reply #24 on: February 03, 2013, 09:02:40 PM »
Not to take away from anyone who guides that has been mentioned here, I have worked with Dale as a guide, and know many guys who have used Dale as a outfitter.  He has one of the best deals in Wa, and I would highly suggest Dale.

If it is a mule deer you want.... You can come over to Nd.... I just happen to know where a couple are.    :chuckle:

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« Reply #25 on: February 03, 2013, 09:12:08 PM »
What's your rates in Washington? And carpsniper what's your rates as well? Your a little closer to us.

My doe hunts are 500.00 and my managment buck hunts are 1,000.00. Both by speical permit.
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« Reply #26 on: February 03, 2013, 09:20:00 PM »
Not to take away from anyone who guides that has been mentioned here, I have worked with Dale as a guide, and know many guys who have used Dale as a outfitter.  He has one of the best deals in Wa, and I would highly suggest Dale.

If it is a mule deer you want.... You can come over to Nd.... I just happen to know where a couple are.    :chuckle:

NWTF, are you working in the basin?


What's your rates in Washington? And carpsniper what's your rates as well? Your a little closer to us.

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« Reply #27 on: February 03, 2013, 09:29:34 PM »
Assuming that's apiece and not package price for both you gentlemen. Seems like you both are pretty well respected which hasn't happened on any other resource I've looked into. The fact carpsniper said he'd send me Dales way blew me out of the water. That was a definite first there. :tup:
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« Reply #28 on: February 03, 2013, 09:36:12 PM »
I am a outfitter but also sell hunts for other outfitters. From the states to new zealand.  I have no problems sending clients to Dale. I know everyone he takes will get his 110% effort to harvest a animal just as I would give.
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« Reply #29 on: February 06, 2013, 02:01:58 PM »
Ive hunted with Dale as well as stopped by his place for a drink and a chat a few times.
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« Reply #31 on: February 08, 2013, 10:06:24 PM »
Not to take away from anyone who guides that has been mentioned here, I have worked with Dale as a guide, and know many guys who have used Dale as a outfitter.  He has one of the best deals in Wa, and I would highly suggest Dale.

If it is a mule deer you want.... You can come over to Nd.... I just happen to know where a couple are.    :chuckle:

NWTF, are you working in the basin?

Hi Dale !  Yes, I am currently in the Bakken, and loving it over here !!!!  Check out that muley I shot this year.

What's your rates in Washington? And carpsniper what's your rates as well? Your a little closer to us.

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