HUNTING
Eastslope
Outfitters
can give you guided access
to more than 30,000 acres
of private
hunting land in southeast Montana...
We offer Montana
hunting properties
on private ranch
& farm land within an hour’s drive of
Billings, Montana.
Game-rich habitat includes:
Sagebrush, prairie grasses,
pine ridges,
heavily timbered river bottoms, and
cropland that is rich in
alfalfa, corn, sugarbeets and spring grains.
Whitetail Deer
 
In Montana,
we call them “Ghosts of the Yellowstone” ...
big, stealthy Whitetail that
glide silently through the heavy timber and undergrowth
of the historic Yellowstone
River valley.
The rich habitat, land management techniques and awesome genetics
of the region
continue to produce quality animals year after year.
To
preserve this resource, we limit hunters on these properties.
Our rich whitetail property on the Yellowstone River is located
about ten miles north of the rural town of Custer in southeast Montana.
The
Yellowstone River bottom is thick with willows, wild roses and towering Cottonwood
trees.
We provide safe, comfortable, high-quality tree stands with shooting
rails.
Included in our deer hunting rates is the bonus
option of upland
bird hunting if you bag your
deer early in your trip (you must
provide your own guns, ammo and bird license).
Lodging
and meals are provided as part of your package price.
For rates and lodging info, scroll down this page.
2008 Deer Season dates have yet to be confirmed by state officials.
The deadline for Montana 2008 license application is March 15.
Mule Deer
If you like the challenge
of tracking and bagging mule deer, we have about 30,000 acres
to offer --
full of rangeland, crop land, pine ridges and sweet river bottoms. Our seasoned
guides know
the terrain and feeding habits. These hunts are not for the faint
of heart -- bring good walking boots and
your hunting smarts, because there’s
a lot of country to cover and miles of memories to make.
Included in our deer hunting rates
is the bonus option of upland
bird hunting if you bag your
deer early in your trip (you must
provide your own guns, ammo and bird license).
For rates and lodging info, scroll down this page.
2008 Deer Season is Sept. 6 - Oct 19 for archery, and Oct 26 - Nov. 30 for rifle.
The deadline for Montana 2008 license application is March 15.
Non-resident
deer tags are drawn by a lottery system. License information
can be obtained
online at http://fwp.state.mt.us/default.html
(then Click Buy Licenses Online). Application closes March 15.
Antelope
 
Montana antelope are wiley
creatures.
Our methods for hunting them may include spot and stalk, decoy,
or waterhole blind hunt,
depending on the situation any given day (weather,
feeding habits, time of hunt, etc.).
Included in our antelope hunting rates is
the bonus option of upland
bird hunting if you bag your
antelope early in your trip (you
must provide your own guns, ammo and bird license).
For rates and lodging info, scroll down this page.
2008 Antelope Season is Oct 12 - Nov. 9 for rifle, and Sept. 6 - Oct 11 for archery.
In
order to hunt Antelope in Montana, you will need to apply for (and be drawn for)
an Antelope tag. The deadline for application for the 2008 season is June
1.
Antelope Archery licenses are guaranteed; archer applicants must have
proof of bow-hunter certification
or previous archery license from Montana
or other states. Antelope Rifle hunters are drawn by a lottery system.
For
more information, visit online http://
fwp.state.mt.us/default.html (then Click Buy Licenses Online).
Ducks & Geese
 
Eastslope Outfitters was honored
to be selected
as one of two Montana outfitters for the book
North America's Greatest Waterfowl Lodges & Outfitters
(Author Chuck Petrie)
The Yellowstone River
in southeast Montana is the major resting
area in the central flyway for
more than 100,000 migratory birds, with 70 miles
of protected water not far
from the private lands leased for hunting by Eastslope Outfitters.
We
can offer exclusive hunting for ducks and geese on numerous
private fields,
where birds are less wary... an excellent opportunity to hunt
your limit
of ducks and gesse with time leftover to photograph or video these magnificent
migrations
to share with family and friends back home.
During the
Fall migration, big northern Mallards flock into the Yelllowstone River, and Greenheads
work the corn like “Migs,” providing plenty of action to go along with the
geese.
We use various methods and concealment tactics. My favorite is
the Final Approach "Eliminator" blinds;
their portability lets us travel
to where the geese are feeding. Each Fall we dig "stadium style seating" pit blinds.
These are big and roomy. With some smaller fields we will utilize cross ditches,
fence lines and berms.
The weather can be unpredictable, anything from
Indian Summer to winter squalls.
Generally, the colder the weather in Canada,
the better and earlier the migration of birds
south through Montana flyways.
LATE SEASONS HUNTS
Ask about openings in December 2008 and January 2009 for late-season duck & Canada goose hunts.
Introducing our new special:
"Hunt With Your Kids, Not For Them"
Father/Son (or Daughter) Holiday Vacation Hunt (Dec. 27-Jan. 10):
Father pays full package price, child age 12-21 gets 50% discount off package price.
Discount based on double occupancy, three- or four-day packages.
Kids must have hunter safety certificates and meet Montana youth hunting safety regulations.
For rates and lodging info, scroll down this page.
Waterfowl
season dates for 2008 have yet to be confirmed by state officials.
You’ll
need a valid Montana Waterfowl license, as well as a Conservation License.
Both may be purchased locally or online in advance at http://fwp.state.mt.us/default.html
(then click Buy Licenses Online). You’ll also need a Federal Migratory Bird Stamp,
available at any U.S. Post Office.
Pheasant & Upland Birds
 
Picture
it: a crisp Fall day in Southeast Montana, with the air fresh, the colors
glorious and the brush-filled draws exploding
beneath you as the dogs flush
out pheasant, sharptail grouse and Hungarian partridge. Bring good walking
boots, as some days we’ll cover a lot of ground. Most clients prefer their
lighter 20-gauge shotguns for fast action.
Eastslope Outfitters
or our guides will provide flushing
and retrieving dogs. Clients are welcome to bring their own trained
hunting dogs.
Outdoor kennels are available at no charge with reservation.
In some cases, we allow clients to keep well-behaved dogs inside the house (prior
approval required), with the understanding a cleaning/damage fee may be charged
should the need occur. Early September dove wing-shooting is fast and
furious, with Montana grain fields home to thousands of doves each year.
Bring plenty of ammo, as they are quick!
For rates and lodging info, scroll down this page.
Upland
Bird season is September 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009.
Pheasant season is October 11, 2008 - Jan. 1, 2008.
You’ll
need to have a valid Montana Upland Bird Stamp, as well as a Conservation License.
Both may be purchased locally or online in advance
at http://fwp.state.mt.us/default.html(then Click Buy Licenses Online).
Wild Turkey
2008 Spring Turkey season (gobbler) is April 12 - May 18.
We have a nice population of Merriam's
Turkeys on our hunting lands.
We allow 6 spring hunters each year.
Call now for rates and to reserve a hunt for Spring 09.
For rates and lodging info, scroll down this page.
Licenses may be purchased locally or online in advance
at http://fwp.state.mt.us/default.html(then Click Buy Licenses Online).
Cast ‘n Blast
 
Want it
all? Eastslope Outfitters can customize your trip
to include both fishing
and hunting. Cast ‘n Blast trips in the Fall include
Bighorn River
trout fishing with pheasant, upland bird, waterfowl or
turkey hunting in
the Yellowstone and Bighorn River valleys.
Cash ‘n Blast trips in the
Spring include fishing with Wild Turkey shoots.
Varmit shooting (prairie
dogs) is also an option.
Lodging and meals included.
For rates and lodging info, scroll down this page.
Varmints ~ Prairie Dogs
You'll find thousands of dogs in towns on our private ranch leases.
Unguided hunts include an initial orientation session to meet the host, help you locate the towns,
and acquaint yourself with ranch etiquette. After that, you're on your own.
Responsible hunters only, please.
We ask you to show as much respect for these private lands as we do.
Expect to shoot hundreds of rounds per day; bring multiple guns.
On larger towns, expect 100 to 400 yard shooting. Recommended caliber starting at .17HMR,
ranging to larger caliber rifles for longer distance and windy days.
We also have towns suitable for shorter distance/small-caliber shooting (.22 LR or .17HMR).
For rates and lodging info, scroll down this page.
Lodging
Lodging
and meals are provided as part of your hunt package price.
Lodging for those hunting
our properties east of Billings includes our Whitetail
Camp overlooking
the Yellowstone River valley or the Gillin
Place, a rustic log cabin (limited services) high in the
hills
of a private cattle ranch. For those hunting/fishing (Cast
‘n Blast Combo)
on our properties south of Billings, we
offer Old
Hookers Guest House
at the Bighorn River in Fort Smith.
2008 Hunting Rates
Licenses, Airport Transportation and Gratuities Not Included in Rates
All Rates are based on double occupancy
50% deposit at time of booking
Cancellation 60 days prior
to start date: deposit will be refunded less 10% of total fee.
All cancellations
within 60 days forfeits deposit.
Cast
& Blast Hunt/Fish Combo Package
| Includes guide, lodging,
meals, flies & tackle, and bird processing
(Bird shipping extra) - Rates are based on double occupancy.
3 days fish/hunt & 4 nights lodging ........ $1,595 pp
4 days fish/hunt &
5 nights lodging ........ $1,995 pp | Waterfowl/Upland
Bird Package
| Includes guide, lodging, meals,
bird processing. Bird shipping extra
3 days hunting & 4 nights lodging
.......... $1,595 pp
4 days hunting & 5 nights lodging .......... $1,995 pp
Day Trips Available | Deer
Hunting Package
Rifle or Archery
Includes guide, lodging, meals
Meat processing & shipping extra
5 days hunting & 6 nights lodging ..........
$3,275 pp
Bird hunting optional at no extra charge
Antelope/deer combo
available for additional $300 | Antelope/Upland
Bird Packages
Rifle or Archery
Includes guide, lodging, meals
& bird processing
Antelope processing & all shipping extra
4 days
hunting & 5 nights lodging .......... $1,995 pp
Guaranteed license for archery
Antelope drawing |
Prairie Dog Package ~ Unguided
Package includes lodging at Whitetail Camp, two day hunt minimum
Bring food & cook your own meals in the fully equipped kitchen
For Whitetail Camp amenities, scroll up to Lodging & click Whitetail Camp
1-2 Hunters
2 days hunting/Up to 3 nights lodging......... $425 per person
3 days hunting/Up to 4 nights lodging......... $599 per person
3-6 Hunters
2 days hunting/Up to 3 nights lodging......... $350 per person
3 days hunting/Up to 4 nights lodging......... $539 per person
Day Hunts Only (no lodging)
$175 per person/per day ~ Two day minimum
No License Required to hunt prairie dogs.
Host check in and orientation required.
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What To Bring
Suggestions
on what to bring include:
• Hunting Licenses
• Guns & Ammo
•
Layered clothing (call for updated forecast)
• Season appropriate camo (call for recommendation; remember white for late-season goose)
• Waterproof boots / coat / headgear
• Tall rubber boots for water crossings (big game)
• Binoculars
• Day pack or fanny pack
• Personal items
• House slippers for relaxing on chilly evenings after the boots come off
• Camera
• Day snacks
• Sunscreen & lip balm (all season)
• Bug repellent (early season hunting)
• Cell phone, if you have one
• Snacks
• Alcohol or
beer of your choice for after the hunt.
Outfitter's
Update
Late February
We have three rifle deer slots available the week of Nov. 1 - 6.
Can be combined with antelope. Call now, 406-670-8998
or email eastslope@msn.com
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