We hunt Pronghorn antelope in many areas of central and eastern Wyoming. We offer pronghorn antelope hunting from  either  motels or camps including both wall tents and lodge camps. Most of our  antelope hunts take place on private leases. License draw rates vary  from year to year but we hunt many areas that draw at 100%. The hunting license application deadline is March 15th of each year.

Tahr:  Tahr have come off the high mountain tops to feed in the lower elevations making an excellent opportunity to harvest one of these grand trophies without the tough physical effort usually needed in the winter and early spring.

Chamois:  These alpine animals continue to stay in the higher elevations at this time of year.  Hunting for Chamois is not as difficult as the winter and early spring due to the fact that the snow has melted.

Stag:  This time of year the red stag and fallow stag have just about or fully grown out their antlers and will be in velvet till about mid-February.  This is a unique opportunity to harvest a beautiful stag in velvet.

Goat & Ram:  Hunting the Arapawa ram and feral goat is a year round opportunity.

Wild Boar:  Hunting the wild boar is a year round opportunity.

Fishing:  Trout fishing is available this time of year in the rivers and local lakes.

Wingshooting:  Canada Geese and Black-backed seagull hunting is available at this time of year.

SCI 129 Class Carmen Mountain Whitetail Deer rack found

Every year, after a long and scorching summer, getting ready for Deer season is always a time of the year that we look forward to and it can’t get here soon enough! The weather starts to cool off and as the days get shorter, being out on the range and scouting for deer is a refreshing feeling that only heightens my senses and anticipation for hunting with our clients. Accordingly, on September 14, 2011, I headed out, yet again, to our Ranch in Northern Coahuila in order to start preparing for the opening of the coming deer season, which will begin on the Friday after Thanksgiving Day this next November.

Upon arrival to our 70,000 acre Ranch, I was immediately charged up with excitement, due to the fact that our foreman, “Manuel”, surprised me with a “Monster” Carmen Mountain Whitetail Deer rack that he found in a creek bed while rounding up cattle out on our range! Furthermore, he said (in Spanish) – “I have been seeing at least 4 more like this one, in the same pasture!”

The outstanding rack sports 13 measureable points and even with a broken tine it scored a whopping 129” SCI, when I put the tape to it! Had this deer been harvested by a hunter, this “Carminis” would have currently been ranked in 2nd place in the SCI record book! Nevertheless, this wonderful rack will go into the “picked up” category and will undoubtedly be one for the books!

Upon doing the first evening recon at the first pasture, I spotted a bachelor group of three bucks feeding in the foothills, one of them a certain shooter. A bit further into the same pasture I also spotted a couple of does with their fawns from the previous year, both of them with twins! Also, on subsequent outings I was seeing a lot of movement around the areas of our year-round water troughs!

As a consequence of the arid ecosystem our Carmen Mountain Deer thrive in, we usually pattern our deer’s movements around our water troughs and I was immediately keen to a lot of deer tracks and droppings around them. This is the norm in this part of Old Mexico, but I seemed to be seeing more than usual. This is most likely the result of the very large wildfires that a lot of neighboring properties had this past summer a few miles from us. Another important development is that this year we started putting out a mixture of mineral salt, grain and molasses for our cattle and our staff at the Ranch say that the molasses are bringing in a lot of deer! This will surely work in favor of our hunters and will unquestionably increase their chances for a shot opportunity at a trophy Carmen Mountain Deer buck!

I am happy to report that besides seeing a healthy population of deer and a lot of movement, on September 16, 2011 we had 2″ of rainfall at the Ranch and another 1/2″ of rain the next morning! This rainfall comes to us fortuitously, as it will allow our pastures forage to be in good condition for the on-coming winter. Surely, the deer will be well fed going into the season and as soon as those cold fronts start coming down from the North, the does should be in full rut right on time!

SCI Trophy Book Hunters:  In the summer of 2010, Safari Club International opened the Carmen Mountain white-tailed deer category to the SCI Record Books for the first time.  There are currently just a handful of entries and the opportunity for an SCI Top 10 Carmen Mountain Whitetail Deer is certainly a reality at this ranch.

Hunt hard,

- Alberto Valdés Fisher -

Global Sporting Safaris Agent in Mexico
Safari Club Intl. Master Measurer #2220
Licensed Mexico Outfitter #196

We still have a few available spots left for the 2011-2012 Season.

Cost:  $3497 per hunter. 
Details available at: 
http://www.gssafaris.com/destinations/carmen-mountain-whitetail-deer-hunting.php

Available 2011-2012 Season Dates: 

December 5-11, 2011             3 Spots

December 26-31, 2011           4 Spots

January 01-6, 2012                 4 Spots

January 14-20, 2012               3 Spots

January 22-28, 2012               4 Spots

February 8-14, 2012               4 Spots

Bookings & Details contact: Rick Kennerknecht at 888-850-HUNT (4868) Ext. 3 or Cell 307-259-9603 or reply to this email.

Global Sporting Safaris is offering a fair chase, hunted on foot by spot and stalk, an adult South African Lioness hunt on over 67,000 acres in the Kalahari Desert.  Other species and extra days may be added at the regular US$ daily rates and trophy fees.  For details, click African Lioness hunt.  Check out our all new Africa Hunting Safaris website at http://www.SouthAfricaHunting.net.

It was hot the first week of bear hunting last year in northern Aroostook County, Maine.  Steve, from South Carolina, was somewhat quite but the few comments he made in his southern drawal indicated he was a hunter.  He sighted in his rifle in on Monday morning with precision.  I was very confident he could hit what he was aiming at.

At our meeting on Sunday evening I told all the hunters that we would have lunch about noon on Monday and head out to the bear stands about 2.  After sighting in their rifles, we had lunch.  Steve jumped in the shower with his scent free soap.  I later found out he also brushed his teeth with scent free tooth paste. Coming out of the shower he asked me if it was ok if he changed his clothes at the truck when we reached his stand.

In a scent lock bag he had his scent lock hunting clothes to include his gloves, neck-up and head gear.  As hot as it was he was going to wear it all.  Only after undressing and redressing in his hunting clothes was he ready to walk into his stand.  He told me when he pays to go on a hunt he wants to ensure he does everything in his power to ensure he has a good time and sees game.

I walked him to his bear stand and helped him get settled.  I sprayed the area with Wildlife Management scent free, put more bear bait out, sprayed bacon scent from Bear Scent, LLC, cut a few branches that he wanted out of his way and I was gone.  He shot his bear earlier than any of the other hunters in 2010.

He explained that 2 cubs and a sow came up from behind him, nose into the wind.  The 2 cubs actually climbed through the bottom 2 rungs on the ladder stand.  The fourth black bear came in from the same area as well and chased the sow and 2 cubs away.  The fifth bear came in from the same direction, behind him and was taken with one shot.

There was a breeze that day and all the bear came into the breeze right under Steve’s stand to reach the barrel of food.  None of them scented him.

I personally wear scent free clothing.  I don’t think it is magic and I don’t think it is 100% effective but I do believe it gives me an edge.  I strongly agree with Dick.  Steve has helped promote the whole issue of scent lock clothing does help.

Source:  #9 Lake Outfitters and Don Burnett offers Bear Hunting in Maine.

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The main reason that fishing guides are so useful is that, as mentioned above, there are countless fishing destinations.  From Yellowstone and the Grand Teton Park to the Green River and numerous other rivers and creeks, there are miles upon miles of Wyoming fly fishing destinations.  While the fish are plentiful, there are obviously certain fishing holes that are better than others and a guide will likely know just where these ‘honey holes’ are located.  And certain stretches of rivers are filled with others on their own fishing trip.  If you’re hoping for isolation and relaxation when you journey into the wilderness, a guide can help you find the spots others don’t visit often.

Safety is always important, and while Wyoming fly fishing can be one of the most relaxing activities you’ll ever do, it does carry some risks.  For example, Yellowstone is home to eighteen different types of fish that you can land.  It’s also home to grizzly bears, gray wolves, and prairie rattlesnakes.  Unless you know what to do when dealing with animals like this, you could be in a dire situation if you find yourself face to face with one.  Guides can not only help you deal with threats, but they can also just keep an eye on you in case minor things happen such as a twisted ankle.  Walking out of the wilderness with only one good leg can be a nightmare.

The final reason that hiring guide may be a good idea is simply to simply catch more fish. You’ll need a fishing license and possibly permits, and different regulations are enforced in different areas of Wyoming.  In the parks and other areas, catch and release laws are strictly enforced.  Your guide can help ensure that you fish in areas that you’re allowed to and that you do so legally.  You can try to go it yourself, but a guide can help ensure that your Wyoming fly fishing trip is one of the best experiences of your life.

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These combo packs for Illinois fly fishing enthusiasts include the fly rod, reel, line, and a leader that is attached. This can be purchased for one or two hundred dollars, in any tackle or gear shop in Chicago. After you have the right rod and reel, the next step to get you started with fly fishing in and around Illinois is to get a box to hold your flies, and a selection of flies to work with. Forceps are a good tool in order to crimp your hook barbs, and they can also be used to release any fish that you catch. Scotch guard is used to keep your dry flies floating in the water.

Another piece of essential gear that you will need when you first take up Illinois fly fishing is a strike indicator. These let you know when a fish has hit your fly, and can be as simple as little cork floats or pieces of yarn. You can even make your own if you don’t want to buy professional floats. Some other tools that you might need include scissors or nippers, so that you can trim the flies down to the right size and cut off excess fishing leader. It’s important to take all of the different seasons of Chicago weather into account before you go fly fishing.

The best time to go Illinois fly fishing is in the springtime. This is because the trout are released into the major state parks around this time. If you wait until the summer, you may not be as successful, as the majority of trout will quickly be caught. Because it can still be somewhat chilly at this time of year, good cold weather gear is just as essential as your fishing tackle, before you hit the cold Illinois lakes and rivers.

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This high elevation that is associated with Colorado fly fishing can lead to major differences in the types of flies that are used, as well as the behavior and patterns of the fish. To truly excel when you are fishing in these destinations, it can be helpful to do a little research first on the local wildlife. Using a local guide is highly recommended if it is your first time fly fishing in Colorado. One advantage that you will have when you choose to fish in this state is the abundance of blue ribbon fisheries.

A few examples of these top fisheries that offer Colorado fly fishing facilities include the Frying Pan, Gunnison, Roaring Fork, South Platte and Rio Grande rivers. Some other options that you might be able to choose from for a successful fishing expedition include the Spinney Mountain Reservoir, Delaney Lake, or Gore Creek. To narrow down these various bodies of water, think about whether you prefer to go fly fishing on still bodies of water, or those that are in motion. There are different techniques associated with both rivers and lakes, so you will want to brush up on your skills on both of these options before you head out.

Another factor to think about is the time of year in which you plan to go Colorado fly fishing. There are fly fishing facilities that are open year-round, but the majority of anglers will choose to go fishing in the late summer months. The best months in this region are considered to be in between July and September, when fish numbers are at their peak. This is also a relaxing time to be up in the Rocky Mountains, before the weather gets too cold to spend an enjoyable day out on the lake or river.
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I arrived in Mérida on a Saturday afternoon, around 5:30 pm and Manolo picked me up at the airport. We then went to the Hyatt hotel (which was awesome), checked in, and went out for drinks and a bite to eat. We found a great little restaurant not far from the hotel where we had deer fillet and broiled tuna for an early dinner. The food was spectacular. They also served us some mineral water imported from Spain that was very good! I must say, Mérida is a very clean and secure city. There were even people (a lot of them) walking and taking horse buggy rides along the main boulevard at 1 am, LOTS of tourists from all over, too.

The next day we were off to Campeche at around 8 am; it is a 4 hr ride to camp, but very scenic and we passed some Mayan ruins and had an awesome breakfast along the way at a restaurant owned by a Lady from England, “Valerie”. I swear it was the best eggs and black beans breakfast I ever had! We passed 2 police checkpoints and one military checkpoint, they were all courteous and respectful, no hassles at all.

I arrived in Camp Sunday afternoon and the very first evening my guides put me on a roosted Ocellated Turkey, which I missed! The next morning I was put on another roosted bird and I did not load the shotgun right (I loaded the semi-auto in the dark before dawn) and when I reloaded the bird flew off! OK, at this point, they told me I was trying to get too close to the Ocellated turkeys. I later realized we were using 3″ duck magnum ammo and I could shoot further out with a full choke! Then I got my game on! Monday evening I took my first bird at 17 meters by a corn field! Then, Tuesday morning I took another roosted bird at about 30 meters, and on the evening hunt, another roosted bird at about 40 meters! Wednesday morning we got on another bird, but he flew off before I could get in position to shoot, but then during the morning I took my “monster” Brocket Deer! Thursday morning we almost got on a bird but the forest monkeys gave our position away and the bird bolted on us! Thursday evening I shot my biggest bird at about 50 meters! Friday morning I decided to rest and slept in, then took camp photos the rest of the afternoon. Then on Friday evening I got my last bird, on the roost, at about 10 meters! On Saturday afternoon I was back on my way to Mérida, spent the night at the Fiesta American hotel (again, awesome!) and flew back to Monterrey on Sunday afternoon. I then left the trophies with the taxidermist, spent the night in Monterrey and finally headed back home on Sunday afternoon.

The hunts are not very challenging physically, as long as you can walk up to 1/2 half a kilometer, at your own pace, you are golden. The forest is dense, but you can still walk through it fairly easily. The wakeup call is at 4 am in order to get in position by 5 am, then it is a waiting game for about 1/2 an hour until the bird “sings”, then it is a chess game and you and your guide have to move briskly and as quiet as possible through the forest to try to get in position for a shot, you have about 1/2 hr to do this because as soon as it is light the bird will come of the roost! If you miss your chance here, then it is a longer waiting game by the “Zapote” fruit trees during the morning, on the traditional Campeche blind, which is called a “Machan”, and consists of setting up a hammock about 2 meters high off the ground close to a Zapote. The advantage of this is that you are waiting for both a turkey and a deer to come and feed into the fruit!

You return to camp around 11 am, then have lunch around 1 pm, take a siesta in the shade on a hammock and get ready to go out at 4 pm again. The evening hunt is similar to the morning action, only this time you are running against the clock because if you don’t get in position for a shot by 7:30 pm, you will run out of light! Although, on the evening hunt you have the option of locating the bird and come back in the morning if you can’t get a good shot.

Manolo provides new, camo finish, Browning 12 Gauge shotguns with excellent ammo! He also has .260 and .222 rifles if you prefer, for deer. The vehicles are all 4×4, can accommodate up to 2 hunters easily and very reliable.

The guides know the area very well and are superb at putting you on birds! Practically on every outing I made, I had an opportunity to shoot a bird! I only saw my one deer, but when got him, I didn’t really focus on any more deer. Overall I had 100% opportunity and 100% success on Brocket Deer and, I guess we could say a 700% opportunity on Turkey and 500% success rate!? The only thing I believe they lacked was that they don’t speak English, but I can work with them on some basic English in the future.

The meals are modest, but taste very good. Main entrees were steaks, turkey breast and venison; typical side dishes were rice and shrimp, soups and black beans. I think we can upgrade in this regard and will make some recommendations to Manolo; like adding fresh green salads and such.

The area is teeming with wildlife! Manolo leases almost 50,000 acres of jungle/farmland for the hunts; I probably hunted, maybe, in a couple thousand! In addition to the Ocellated Turkey and the Brockett Deer, I also saw javelina, coati, spider monkeys, Iguanas, dozens of colored birds, hawks, even toucans!

The “genuine” jungle experience is really amazing! Although he will have a lodge built by 2013, he will maintain the jungle camp in order to offer hunter’s their choice of type of hunting, they can spend a couple of days in the camp and the rest in the lodge in more comfortable accommodations.

The heat wasn’t really that bad, I always took a shower in the afternoon to cool off and then again at night. The evenings were cool, and I even used a blanket one night! We had rain a couple of nights, but not so much that it was a problem. The rain even helped us be quieter walking in the forest. The bugs weren’t too bad either, I did not use my repellent until the 5th day I was there (after the rain), I didn’t need my bug head net at all, and I was only bit by a big ant the whole time I was there, nothing a little Benadryl couldn’t fix!

I do recommend on this hunt a face mask as a must and any camo that has grey, green tones and a bit of white, for example Mossy Oak “Tree stand” Camo would be perfect for this hunt.

All in all, it was a wonderful experience with good eating, good accommodations, great transport, great guides, excellent guns, hunting and excellent trophy quality.

The total results for the season were: 6 missed Brocket Deer, 6 harvested Brockett deer; 5 harvested pigs; 1 harvested coati; 5 missed Ocellated turkeys (2 of mine!?) and 17 harvested Ocellated Turkey (5 of mine!) with 8 being taken on the ground and 9 taken on the roost. Not bad at all.

Alberto Valdes Fisher, Global Sporting Safaris Agente

Note: Alberto’s Brocket Deer will Rank #6 in the World and his largest Ocellated Turkey will rank SCI #5.

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According to Bear Hunting Magazine, there are thirty-two states in the United States that offer bear hunting with the State of Louisiana the latest to consider a bear hunting season.  Add all of the Canadian Provinces and the
Northwest Territories and you have a total of 46 state or country destinations to hunt bear covered on the Bear Hunting Blog.

Global Sporting Safaris agent and correspondent, Alberto Valdes Fisher, from Piedras Negras, Mexico, will occasionally post bear hunting stories and information in Spanish for our patrons in Spanish speaking countries.

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Rick Kennerknecht
Global Sporting Safaris, Inc.
Casper, Wyoming 82604
307-235-4650
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