Terrain
As I said before the Panhandle resembles Kansas more than
most other regions of Texas. Muley country here in the
Panhandle typically consists of caprocks and breaks and the
farmland that borders them. Occasionally Panhandle Mulies will
call CRP grass fields home.
Tactics And Setups
Spot and stalk is the #1 tactic for hunting Panhandle Mule Deer.
Our Mule Deer constantly travel over their large home ranges.
Catching up with them requires covering a lot of real estate.
This is done by driving and or walking to vantage points and
glassing the vast terrain. Typical shots from these setups will be
100-200yds, but due to the open terrain there will often be shot
opportunities 200-400yds.
Another common setup we use is to setup on farm field edges
next to CRP fields. This tactic usually consists of setting up on
field edges in the morning and evening , and spot and stalk
hunting for bedded deer midday. This is a very exciting hunt.
Properties
Most of our Mule Deer properties range from 2,000 to 10,000
acres. We rarely take more than one Mule Deer for every 2,000
acres, with 6,000 acres being average, to insure plenty of mature
deer. This low pressure also insures a very huntable deer herd
that is not as spooky and nocturnal as most. All hunts are
completely free range with no high fences.
What Can I Expect ?
As with all of our hunts there is no guarantee, no high fences or
weather machine. I can guarantee that everyone here at 4F will
do everything we can to insure that you have a fun, memorable,
and productive hunt. All of our properties are intensely
managed for trophy deer, in hopes of every hunter having
opportunity at a mature deer. Opportunity at a deer that will
score 150"+ gross B&C is a realistic expectation and is our goal
for all of our hunters. Again this is not a guarantee, but we have
had 90%+ of our hunters, that held out the length of the hunt, in
the last 5 years connect with 150"+ deer. Our average is usually
around 160". Average live weight for a mature Panhandle Mule
Deer is around 225lbs.- 250lbs. and occasionally one over 300lbs.
What’s Included ?
Our 5 day trophy Mule Deer hunt includes meals, lodging, 1x1
guide, skinning , caping of head. One guide is provided for each
hunter and will accompany them at all times while hunting.
Hunters will not be dropped off at a stand and left there.
- Lodging consists of a 4 bedroom, 2 bath, two story house
with a big gathering area down stairs. We rent our lodge
during the summer for family reunions, church retreats,
and even as a quiet getaway for couples. It is certainly
nice enough to bring the spouse along.
- Meals here at 4F are worth the trip alone. Breakfast and
lunch are dependent on the area you will be hunting.
Dinner is served at the lodge every evening and consists
of a 4 course home cooked meal that is top notch and
always plenty.
- Transportation to and from the Amarillo airport is included,
but arrival and departure times are conditional, so check
ahead of time and we will try and match up schedules.
What’s Not Included ?
- Our package price DOES NOT INCLUDE YOUR TEXAS
HUNTING LICENSE. TX hunting licenses are unlimited and
can be bought over the counter at any TX Wal-Mart, most
TX sporting good stores, online at www.tpwd.state.tx.
us/licenses/online_sales, or by calling 1-800-895-4248. Non-
resident licenses currently cost $300 for adults and $6 for
youth.
- 4FO does not provide firearms, ammo, regular hunting
equipment, personal effects, alcoholic beverages.
- Taxidermy work is not provided, but one of our guides is
also a Professional Taxidermist with a reputation for being
one of the best in the state. His work can be seen in our
lodge and if you would like he would be glad to mount your
animal and take care of your shipping arrangements.
- 4FO does not provide shipping of cape, horns, or meat.
Shipping can be arranged but all shipping fees and a 4F
service charge will be billed to client.
Camp and Hunt Policies
- Everyone’s safety is first and foremost. Drinking of
alcoholic beverages is not allowed until the days hunt has
ended, and 4FO reserves the right to terminate a hunt if
the client is not of safe mind and being.
- 4FO does enforce a wounded animal policy on all big game
hunts. If you draw blood, it’s yours.
Pricing
Our 5 day Mule Deer package includes everything
forementioned and runs $4,250.00.
This price is a flat rate and does not change by property or size
of deer harvested. There are NO TROPHY FEES, KILL FEES, or
any other hidden charges.
| Mule Deer |
| Cal Ferguson - Owner PO Box 1019 Pampa, Tx 79066 (806) 665-8513 or (806) 663-3575 Brochures are available but do not provide any information or pictures that are not provided within this website. |
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