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About Your Trip

Hunting Type

Invasive Species

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Experience an exclusive 48-hour semi-guided West Texas whitetail hunt with Mike in the rugged landscapes surrounding Van Horn, Texas. With private access to expansive ranch land in the Trans-Pecos region, you'll spend two full days immersed in one of Texas' most iconic hunting destinations, where dramatic mountain views, wide-open country, and carefully managed habitat create an exceptional setting for pursuing mature whitetail deer.

Your hunt will primarily take place from elevated blinds overlooking established travel corridors and feeders. Mike's local knowledge and experience will help you make the most of your time in the field while still allowing you to enjoy the independence of a semi-guided hunt. The ranch is managed to provide opportunities to pursue mature whitetails, including impressive trophy-class bucks. Please note that bucks scoring over 180 inches are subject to an additional fee of $100 per inch over 180.

The experience extends beyond daylight hours. Hunters interested in additional opportunities can take advantage of night hog hunting with thermal equipment, adding another exciting dimension to their stay. During downtime between hunts, you're also welcome to enjoy catfishing on the property, offering a relaxing way to spend time while taking in the peaceful West Texas surroundings.

Lodging is included for your 48-hour stay, giving you a comfortable place to unwind, recharge, and prepare for the next hunt. The ranch features Wi-Fi and on-site cooking facilities, and meals can be added for an additional fee if you'd rather spend more time relaxing than preparing food. The property comfortably accommodates groups of two to six hunters, making it an excellent choice for friends, family, or hunting partners looking to experience West Texas together.

This hunt welcomes hunters of all experience levels. Whether you're planning your first whitetail hunt or have years of experience, Mike is available throughout the trip to answer questions, share local knowledge, and help you navigate the property and hunting strategy.

Game cleaning is included, making it easy to prepare your harvest for transport at the end of the trip.

Please bring your own hunting gear, as personal equipment is not included. Firearms are available to rent for an additional fee if needed. Before your arrival, Mike will be in touch to discuss the trip, provide recommendations on what to bring, and answer any questions so you arrive prepared for your hunt.

Beer is welcome at camp as long as it's in cans—no glass containers, please.

With private ranch access, two full days in the field, comfortable lodging, optional meal service, and the opportunity to experience the rugged beauty of the Trans-Pecos, this hunt is designed for those looking to enjoy a premium West Texas hunting experience at their own pace.

Amenities

Hunting Type

Invasive Species

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included.

Bow Availability

Bow rentals are available.

Game Cleaning

This guide will clean your game for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Gear

You will need your own guns and gear.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

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Pricing Matrix

	~2 days
Buck Up To 180'' (1 Guest)	$8,995.00
Drop Tine Buck (1 Guest)	$11,500.00

Pay 50% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

Add-On	Price
Lodging	Included in the trip price

Add-ons can be added on the checkout page.

About Your Guide

Mike M.

Outfitter

Avid outdoorsmen and family man who loves the outdoors, hunting, fishing and wildlife management.

Self taught from the bottom up with the love for fishing and hunting starting since I was a young teenager.

I hunt on roughly one million acres of private land across west and southwest Texas with several great guides and cooks

that help me keep this operation going at full speed.

When you come and hunt with me you will come...

About Your Guide

Mike M.

Outfitter

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About The Lodge

This lodging is included in the cost of your trip.

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Van Horn, Texas

Areas Hunted

The Trans-Pecos

Trip Details & Amenities

Hunting Type

Invasive Species

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included.

Bow Availability

Bow rentals are available.

Game Cleaning

This guide will clean your game for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Gear

You will need your own guns and gear.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Everything Else to Know

You will be responsible for your own gear. Mike will be in touch to discuss details before the trip.

You'll need to buy a hunting license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

This trip is managed by an outfitter. Mike will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable except for weather-related cancellations. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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