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2010 HUNTING SEASON

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Calling all Hunters

HAMILTON PACKING

Turn yoursuccessfulhunt into

custom cuts,smoked jerky& sausage.

Wild Game Processing

692 Hwy 93 N Hamilton, MT406-961-3861

Hamilton Packing is locally owned and operated.

20 Years Experience5348 Florence Carlton Loop

Florence, MT

Steve BrettTaxidermist

Big Game Specialist406-273-2210

Double-Wrap or Vacuum SealLocker StorageAir freight

Spices ~ BBQ Sauces ~ Mustard and much more.

Your Perfect Hunting or Fishing Get-a-way. Amenities include quiet country roads surrounded by stunning

views of the Bitterroot and Sapphire mountains.

406.207.1344 a www.glacierwebservices.com/nordheim

THE Nordheim Guest HouseHorse and pet friendly.

BITTERROOT VALLEY VACATION RENTALSBITTERROOT VALLEY VACATION RENTALS

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Swan Mountain Outfitters is fortunate to have access to thousands of acres of the Flathead National Forest, in and around the Swan Valleyand the famed Bob Marshall Wilderness. Our hunting areas support a number of elk herds and ample populations of whitetail deer, mule deer and black bear, increasing the chances

of success across species. We offer the best in horseback based free chase public land mountain hunting. We have a spring bear season, back country wilderness pack in hunt and regular rifle season. We cater to archers and rifles hunters and offer lion hunts during the winter.

Find the best in

western Montana

hunting trips!

1(800) 919-4416swanmountainoutfitters.com

Outfitter #574Montana Hunt & Fish Company White Sulphur Springs, MT

Continental DivideOutfitters

Our hunting guides and dependable horses will

take you to the beautiful Big Hole Valley, located

in Southwestern Montana which has the largest

concentration of elk in the state of Montana.

The unusually accessible terrain offers you a

fantastic opportunity for a successful guided elk

hunt. Enjoy an authentic Rocky Mountain back-

country experience, hunt big game and dine on

delicious, home cooked meals.

We offer both archery/bow and rifle hunts where

you’ll benefit from small hunting groups and

experienced hunting guides.

With guaranteed outfitter sponsored licenses

now is the time for elk hunting dream to

come true..

hunting forelk with

ContinentalDivide Outfitters

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Continental DivideOutfitters

1216 Nordheim LaneCorvalllis, Montana 59828

406.961.0139

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Remote wilderness archery & rifle huntsExcellent success on quality bullsBackcountry river float fishing trips

406-360-4241 EastForkOutfitters@msn.com

EastForkOutfitters.comCall or e-mail for free brochure,

reference list and pricing.

First Class Experience, at a Reasonable Price.

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Even though our primary focus was deer there was ample opportunity for harvesting an elk and even a couple chances at a bear. The weather, though cold, worked with us very well and kept game moving late in the day and had them getting out of their beds early.

This Type of Hunt was Spot and Stalk Get as high as possible and watch every drainage you could. We glassed over several nice bucks and harvested this 28 inch 3x4 on the 4th day of a 5 day hunt. This is a very respectable deer for a public land hunt. We were roughly 6 miles back on horse which removed a lot of the pressure. In fact, the entire 7 days (1 in-5 hunt-1 out), we only saw 2 other horse back hunters.

They lived up to thier wordThe accommodations consisted of a warm breakfast burrito in the morning, a sack lunch in the afternoon and hearty dinner at the end of the evening. They lived up to everything they advertised in their flyer, including the lots of hiking.

Montana Hunting - Be PreparedYou better come to this hunt prepared to put on some miles, just like any Montana hunt, the terrain and elevation can get to you if you are not prepared. The terrain was relatively open with your average shot opportunity around 250 yards. Once the game was down, they took care of it from there. Caped and quartered, we headed back down the mountain on the horses.

Founding Editor Outfitter Review

Guide Contact Information:Mark Egell - Owner/Outfitter312 Big Horn Rd. Ennis, MT 59810406-396-0151www.blackbutteoutfitting.com

Accomodations:Put hunter on game:Difficulty of terrain:My experience:Cost of hunt:

5 H's is highest rating

H H H HH H H H HH H HH H H H H$3,500

Outfitter: Black Butte OutfittingOwner: Mark EdgellRegion: 3 (near Ennis, MT)

This year’s deer hunt took place with Black Butte outfitters in the Gravely Range of Montana.

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