In order to have a safe and enjoyable hunt below is some Basic Hunting Information you will need to know.


  • WY Licenses: We personally submit your application to Wyoming Game and Fish so you’re assured that your application is entered on time and into the correct drawing.  The WGFD will mail your licenses directly to us once successful in the drawing.  PLEASE DO NOT submit your application on your own.  In most cases, we are completely booked prior to the application deadline.  It is a very rare occasion we have the ability to fit you in after the drawing if you are not booked with us first. This just helps ensure the best quality hunting experience possible for everyone. (In most cases, we will have your license waiting for you in camp). 
  • DEPOSITS – ALL DEPOSITS must be at 50% plus license fees prior to the application deadline or you will not be entered into the drawing.  (this means if you have a placeholder deposit with us we will invoice you prior to the drawing to get you to 50% plus license fees) Please consider ALL deposits nonrefundable.
  • CANCELATIONS – Due to the drawing process once we apply for your license, your deposit is NONREFUNDABLE.  Everything in Wyoming is drawing-related.  If you choose to cancel regardless of the circumstances you WILL NOT receive a refund.  Once we enter you into the drawing there is no way to replace your spot. In fact, it creates a substantial debt on your behalf that cannot be recovered. Please know that you must consider ALL deposits non-refundable. *We highly recommend purchasing trip cancellation insurance to cover the “it won’t happen to me” and provide security for your investment.  There are many insurance policies to choose from but this is one we have suggested in the past. http://www.ripcordrescuetravelinsurance.com/WYOGA
  • Dates for WY: While we do our best to get as close to the dates you are looking for, the drawing may affect this greatly. In some cases, we will give you tentative dates HOWEVER, until the results are posted the last week of June we cannot finalize those dates.  We will reach out with all the information needed to complete your hunt in early July and this information will include your dates. Remember we are utilizing the drawing to the best of our ability and in some cases, we have to back you up with a second or third area to try to secure a license. The second and third area does not mean the hunting is any less in these areas. We believe all of our hunting areas are great areas but each area has different draw odds, hunt dates and arrival locations.

Elk Drawing Deadline: January 31
Elk Results: Mid May

Initial WY Deer/Antelope Drawing Application Deadline: May 31
Results: Third week in June
Secondary Drawing: Last week in June
Results: Second Week in July

Preference Point Purchase Period: July 1 – Oct. 31

  • Preference Points in Wyoming: **Important CHANGE** you NO longer have the option to purchase preference points in the drawings.  You are now required to purchase them July 1-Oct. 31 so don’t miss out! HTTPS://WGFD.WYO.GOV/HUNTING/PREFERENCE-POINTS Remember points are attached to your Sportsman’s ID (SPID). In many cases, these points must be accumulated over several years to help in the drawing process. If you need help with this please let us know.
  • Flying: WY huntersPLEASE DO NOT PURCHASE YOUR AIRLINE TICKETS UNTIL AFTER THE DRAWING!!!! As stated previously we expect you to draw. However, there is always a chance that you are unsuccessful or are successful in another area that has a different date and arrival place. These reservations should be made AFTER you have been given your dates in JULY!!  Table Mountain will not be responsible for airline changes due to booking flights before dates are given to you.
  • Airport Pickup: Due to many past complications TMO does NOT provide airport pickup.
  • Hunter Safety: 
    • Wyoming – Anyone born after January 1, 1966, and must carry proof in the field.
    • Idaho – Anyone born after January 1, 1975, must have to purchase a license.  If you are in need of this course please contact your local Game and Fish office (or equivalent) for available classes and locations.
  • Hunter Orange:
    • Wyoming – Big Game hunters must wear, in a visible manner, one or more exterior garments of hunter orange, from the waist up.
    • IdahoNO hunter orange required.
  • Trophies and Taxidermists: Table Mountain Outfitters are specialists in the handling of trophies. All of our heads are properly caped and frozen to ensure they arrive at the taxidermist in excellent condition. We can deliver your trophy to our preferred taxidermist, or prepare it for your favorite taxidermist back home. If you choose to take your trophy home with you, we urge you to make sure your taxidermist does quality work and has examples of the type of animal you are bringing to them. (especially antelope)
  • Meat Care: You can be assured that your game meat will be properly handled by our experienced guides. We can deliver your meat to our local meat processing facility, quarter it for you to take back home, or you can use our stainless steel tables to cut your meat and package it for transport home. (no tables offered in Idaho or at the Lodge)
  • Idaho: hunting license you will purchase your license/tag when you arrive. (Cabela’s, Walmart or Sportsman’s Warehouse in Boise, no area needed) You need a Non-resident hunting license and a bear (Mt. Lion) tag.  DO NOT purchase reduced price tags.
  • WEATHER: CHECK THE INTERNET!!! You will know more than we do!!! Best to plan to layer your clothing.
  • Bunkhouse: For those of you who will be joining us at one of the bunkhouse hunts – keep in mind; due to scheduling, you will arrive the evening before your hunt and plan on staying in a hotel the last night of your hunt UNLESS you are still hunting that day.
  • Town hunt: We will give you the location you are hunting. Please note you will still be responsible for transportation to and from the meeting location each day (ie the bunkhouse or other specified location).
  • Lodge: Beautiful historic lodge nestled in the black hills. We still utilize rooms bunkhouse style and ask that you still plan a hotel stay on the last night.  However, this location does usually provide enough space to stay that last night.  If you have filled your tag please ask what the schedule looks like before you make plans to stay or depart.
  • Pets: While we understand that your dog (and other pets) are important to you, we are unable to allow them on our ranches or at our bunkhouses.

The Table Mountain Difference


  • We personally submit your application to Wyoming Game and Fish so you’re assured that your application is entered on time and into the correct drawing.  In most cases, we will have your license waiting for you in camp. 
  • All of Table Mountain Outfitters’ hunts are for trophies unless you book otherwise. There are no hidden trophy fees.
  • We use recent photos and references from our hunts. This gives our clients an up-to-date, honest report concerning our clients’ successes and trophies taken.
  • We are full-time outfitters. We work for you all year, not just a month or two.
  • All hunts are booked on a 2×1 hunter-to-guide ratio with the exception of archery antelope and deer seasons where blinds are utilized. You will be on your own in the blind but we may have 3-4 hunters in the truck on the way out.
  • While we do our best to accommodate all abilities remember the best shape you show up in camp, the better we will be able to assist you on your hunt.
  • When to shoot – This is your hunt! We do not force you to shoot but may strongly recommend that you do. Your guides are experienced in the areas you will be hunting and are familiar with what kind of animals you will be seeing. “Listen” to your guides

“Don’t pass up the first day,
what you would be happy to take on the last day”

  • Opening day – Since we conduct most of our hunts in areas with little to no hunting pressure, it is just as likely to harvest a nice animal in the middle or later part of the season, as it is opening day.
  • Alcohol- We operate a safe, family atmosphere at all times. Absolutely no drinking and hunting will be allowed! You may consume alcoholic beverages during the day but you will remain in camp and not be allowed to hunt. At no time will wild drunken situations be tolerated or allowed. Under NO circumstances are firearms allowed out, cleaned, displayed, or sited in when alcohol is being consumed. Drinking in the evening in moderation is allowed, but anyone who goes too far may be left behind in camp or asked to leave.  Alcohol will NOT be supplied by TMO you must provide your own.
  • Taxidermy- This is one of the most important factors of a big game hunt. The majority of you will take one or two animals that you will want to have mounted. By using our suggested taxidermist those of you who are flying will not have to deal with the airline’s extra fees or miss-routed baggage. Antelope capes require special handling and it seems that many hunters end up with problems when they take heads back home. (Taxidermist information sheet will be sent after drawing for more details or visit DanFrenchTaxidermy.com)

“Suggested” Gear List

  • Warm Quiet Jacket
  • Leather Boots
  • Waterproof Boots
  • Any Required Medicines
  • Alarm Clock (your phone will work in most cases)
  • Good optics- (rifle scope – Trijicon, binoculars – Kowa Optics)
  • Underwear
  • Rainwear (Spring Bear)
  • Thermacell (Spring Bear/Archery Antelope)
  • Day Pack (TMO is proud to wear & use ALPS Outdoorz)
  • Hand Lotion
  • Chapstick
  • Ammunition or Arrows
  • Ink Pen
  • Long Underwear
  • Fluorescent Orange Hat or Vest (Wyoming Rifle Hunts)
  • Camera
  • Sunglasses
  • Wool or Flannel Shirts
  • Heavy Wool Socks
  • Sunscreen
  • Shaving Gear
  • Hunting Knife – TMO is proud to use Havalon.com
  • Game Bags
  • Cooler(s)
  • Handkerchiefs
  • Firearm or Bow (we have Banser & Co rifles and Mission Crossbows for your use if needed)
  • Toothbrush and Toothpaste
  • Flashlight

Archery Hunters May Also Consider:

  • Face Paint
  • Dark clothing for blind
  • Camo
  • Gloves
  • Old Heavy Socks for silent stalking
  • Safety Harness
  • Laser Rangefinder

Hunting References


Archery:
Roland Rheaume
[email protected]
Bud Twitty
[email protected]
Ashley Jenkins
[email protected]
Cyndie Fox
[email protected]
Idaho Cougar/Bear:
Teri & Steve Lancaster
[email protected]
Todd & De McNeilage
[email protected]
Gary Patterson
[email protected]
Bill White
[email protected]
Deer/Elk/Antelope:
Bob Rogers
[email protected]
Nick McCulley
[email protected]
Mike & Sue Wilmot
[email protected]
Dane Martindell
[email protected]
Steve Scott
[email protected]

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