FAQ

How many acres do you hunt on?
We hunt in three different 2000+ acre hunting areas. The ranch comprises almost 15000 acres.

How much do the cows weigh?
Between 900-1000lbs.

How much do the 3 year old bulls weigh?
950-1050lbs.

How much do the trophy bulls weigh?
1500-2000lbs.

Will we be hunting one specific animal, or will we be able to choose our own out of a larger herd?

Most hunts you will be able to choose from a herd of animals with us to help you distinguish the difference between 2 year old bulls, 3 year old bulls, and cows. If you pay for a choice bull hunt, you may shoot anything in the pasture.

Are there any less expensive buffalo hunts? From time to time, there are meats hunts made by special arrangement. Call for more more information.

How long does an average hunt last?
Typically, the hunting party arrives the night before and spends the night at the B&B. The next day is spent out in the field hunting and preparing the meat for transport. It is a big day if you take more than 2 animals. Then it is back to the B&B for a big hot supper with the family. Departure is the following day.

How long have you been doing this? since January 2002, but the Mickelsons have been ranching here since 1975.

How many hunts do you do? Approximately 40 hunts per year.

Do you give discounts for larger groups? Yes, but we deal with the groups individually....call and ask Travis about group discounts (605-748-2405).

How many can you do a day? Well the record so far is 6 hunts. That was a very big day for us skinners. The hunters however, had a ball.

When is the best time to hunt? Late fall to early winter, Typically the end of Oct. through the end of Dec. However, the last 2 years we have hunted all the way through March.

We have found that the best way to book your buffalo hunt is to talk to us personally. Your hunt is personal and we understand how important it is. We will work very hard to make your experience special.
Call us today at ( 605-748-2405 ) and ask for Travis.
All of our clients find that we are a family and leave feeling like they have been hunting with old friends.