Montana Hunting Outfitters FAQ & Guided Hunt Information
Why choose Ford Creek Outfitters for Montana guided hunts with guaranteed tags?
- Ford Creek Outfitters offers guaranteed Combo Elk and Deer Kill Tags for every hunter who books with them. They manage the entire licensing process, including purchasing preference points, ensuring a 100% success rate in securing licenses from 2012 through 2024.
What are fair chase hunts, and how does Ford Creek Outfitters ensure they follow this practice?
- Fair chase hunts involve pursuing game animals in a manner that does not give the hunter an improper advantage. Ford Creek Outfitters adheres to this principle by conducting hunts on public lands without the use of high fences or artificial feeding, ensuring ethical hunting practices.
What types of game can I hunt with Ford Creek Outfitters?
- Hunters can pursue trophy bull elk, mule deer bucks, and whitetail deer bucks. The hunts are timed to coincide with migration and rut seasons, offering opportunities to harvest mature game.
How does Ford Creek Outfitters assist with obtaining hunting licenses and tags?
- We handle the entire licensing process, including purchasing preference points and applying for licenses on behalf of the hunter. We also provide a Preference Point Worksheet and Hunter Registration Form to streamline the process.
What is included in a hunting trip with Ford Creek Outfitters?
- A hunting trip includes assistance with licensing, comfortable heated cabins, home-cooked meals, experienced guides, and transportation in the field. They also provide gear checklists to help hunters prepare.
What is the terrain like in the hunting areas?
- The hunting area covers roughly 120 square miles within the Lewis and Clark National Forest. It includes a mix of open country and scattered timber, with elevations ranging from 5,000 to 7,300 feet offering a variety of terrain and hunting conditions.
What should I bring for my hunt?
- Hunters should bring a reliable rifle, appropriate ammunition, hunter orange clothing, a sleeping bag, and personal items. Ford Creek Outfitters provides detailed gear and optional equipment checklists to assist with preparation.
What is the success rate for hunts at Ford Creek Outfitters?
- Ford Creek Outfitters boasts a consistently high success rate due to expert guides, optimal timing during migration and rut seasons, and prime hunting territory.
When is the hunting season?
- Archery season typically runs from early September to mid-October, while rifle season runs from late October through late November. Exact dates vary slightly each year based on Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks regulations.
How many hunters are in each group?
- We keep group sizes small to ensure a personalized experience—usually 1 guide for every 2 hunters. Private hunts and 1-on-1 guide services are available upon request.
How do I book a hunt with Ford Creek Outfitters?
- To reserve your spot, you can fill out our online form, call Travis Barker at (406) 781-9333 or email [email protected]. A $2000 deposit secures your hunt.