We are trying to find 8-10 AR members who would be interested in going to Medicine Bow, Wyoming next September 25th for a four day antelope hunt. The hunt would be conducted by Hiland Outfitters (owned by an AR member - Tom Kessel). I recently had a very nice elk hunt with Tom, & discussed with him the possibility of a 2012 antelope hunt, & here is what he proposed: We would gather in Medicine Bow on September 25th, & the hunt would be on his 21 square mile concession for four days - Sept. 26th - Sept. 29th. The costs are $1350. for the hunt, $316. for the license & $100. for the food. He has a camp that sleeps 10 guys upstairs & a couple beds downstairs. You use a gun or bow for the hunt, & it will be fully guided; if you choose to bow hunt, blinds will be provided. All you would need to bring is your gun or bow & a sleeping bag. The food would be prepared by my wife, but anyone that has any culinary skills would be welcome to help. We will need to begin taking reservations soon so that we can see if this is something that AR folks might be interested in doing. Tom's website is WWW. Hilandoutfitters.com if anyone wantsore info on his operation. I have hunted antelope here four times & always have a great time. It is very remote so anyone interested can also bring double rifles or other guns so we could enjoy some shooting after the hunting. Please respond so we can get an idea if this might fly. Also, Tom please add anything that I may have forgotten.
PS: This was my idea, not just Tom trying to sell hunts. You won't be disappointed with this adventure.

sounds interesting, and would be fun to meet a few people from the board....

Ten old guys snoring in one room would be interesting alright!

Frank, keep an open space for me.

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Originally posted by Will:
Ten old guys snoring in one room would be interesting alright!

Being old shooters it probably wouldn't all that bad due to their hearing impairment.

I can do this.

What size goats on the property and can you hunt off the ranch?

This sounds like something I would be interested in. The antelope hunt I had planned this year cratered.

Sounds like a hell of a good time. Does he has landowner vouchers or do we have to depend on the draw?
I would be interested as well.

I, too, am interested.

Regarding the 2012 AR Antelope hunt;

We will be hunting area 42 for Antelope

You can expect to shoot 13-15 inch bucks with a VERY good chance of shooting a 15+ buck

The hunt is fully guided with lodging provided, Frank and Joyce Beller are taking care of the meals. (The $100.00 for food goes to whom ever is taking care of the meals)

The camp is fully furnished, with running water and comfortable accomodations. We have one large room that sleeps 10 and two bedrooms downstairs that have a single bed. We would advise the hunter to bring a sleeping bag.

All license are on a draw, the application period is Jan 1 thru March 15, although this will be a first come first serve. All applications will be sent in the first of January due to my sporting show schedule.

The past 9 seasons this area has been 100% draw for our hunters. Up to six hunters can be put on one application.

The only extra cost to a hunter would be if they choose to have their meat cut up in town. This usually runs around $100.00 per animal. We have a skinning pole and freezers if you prefer to cut and quarter your own animal.

Will will cape your trophy and cap off the horns for you to take back to your taxidermist at no charge.

No charge to shoot any coyote you see, this year there were a handful of prarie dogs to shoot also.

All hunting is done on this 21 square mile ranch. We can take bow or gun hunters, we have blinds set up on a few water holes for hunters who want to archery hunt.

All ranch transportation is included in the price of the hunt.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. (304-590-0786) or PM me.

Thanks
Tom Kessel
Hiland Outfitters, LLC (BG-082)
Hiland, Wyoming

This sounds very interesting I'd love to be included. Bill

Are does available on tags?

We are shooting bucks only on this ranch in 2012. Doe hunting in another area can be arranged if needed.

Thanks

Tom
Hiland Outfitters, LLC (BG-082)

BTT

I am definitely interested.

H Kittle

I would be interested. I am a rifle hunter and would be driving from S. Oregon.

PMs sent to all who have inquired about this hunt.

As stated before, this has been 100% draw the past nine seasons. If for some reason you apply and DO NOT draw, your deposit will be refunded in full.

Thanks for all the interest in this hunt, if anyone has any questions feel free to contact me anytime.

I'm interested. Can you PM hunt and payment info?
M.

mlazarus

PM sent

Thanks

We have one opening left for the 2012 Wyoming Antelope hunt (Pending Deposits).

All members who have contacted me, your booking sheet will be sent out Tuesday October, 29th.

Once again, feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.

Got mine today. It goes back out on MOnday in the Mail.

Tom, How many deposits have you received.

Megsdad,

I sent out booking sheets for 11 hunters, I am holding these spots until December 20th.

If you have someone interested let me know, as I have a couple of other hunters to contact if everyone cant make it.

Thanks for all the interest in this hunt.

Tom,

PM sent to check on a spot.


Phil

Phil

I marked you down to contact if we do not fill up by Dec. 20th.

Also sent a PM with hunt info.

Thanks

I'm interested as well.

Jim

PM sent with hunt and deposit details.

I have 5 deposits as of 12/12/2011, with 3 other hunters to contact ahead of you.

Thanks

Hunt Logic & Jim

PM Sent with info about your booking sheets.

Thanks

Tom, got my info today. I will be in touch. Thanks.

AR Members

As of 12/20 we have one opening for the 2012 AR Antelope Hunt.

Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.

Paricio- Hunt Logic- Bill Brady I have your spots saved while the USPS gets caught up.

I also want to wish all AR members a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Hasher

PM sent with info you requested.

Looking forward to having you in camp.

Tom

Here are some pictures Tom asked my to put of for the hunt.

Frank, nice sticker on that goat.

As of 12/27/2011 we have 2 spots open.(This will make a total of 11 hunters).

Feel free to PM or call me for any info you may need.

Bill, Patricio let me know when you get the hunt info and booking sheet in the mail.

Phil, Booking sheet for your Oct hunt in the mail.

Haher, thanks for posting pictures for me.

Thanks

AR members, thanks for the interest in our 2012 group hunt.

If any of you will be attending the following shows, besure to stop by our booth and say hi.

West Virginia Hunting and Fishing Show- Charleston, WV (January 20-22 2012)

Cincinnati Hunting and Fishing Show- Cincinnati, OH (January 25-29 2012)

Western Va Sports Show- Fishersville, Va (Feb. 24-26 2012)

We still have a vacancy for this hunt if anyone is looking for a great hunt & a wonderful time with fellow AR members.

AR Members

The 2012 Wyoming Antelope hunt is full.

Thanks for all the response to this hunt, I already have members asking to have it next year. If possible we will try to work something for the 2013 season.

Members who have sent deposits and need any help or have questions about applying feel free to contact me anytime.

Thanks again

This sounds like a nice trip.
What is the quality of their bucks.
I have never hunted antelope or traveled by
air with a gun. I would appreciate any
info.
Thanks,
Ed

Tom, How many deposits have you received and has everyone applied for lic/tag? Looking forward to hunting with fellow AR members.

Steve