Our commitment to our hunters at Superior Guide Service is to provide an unrivaled trophy whitetail hunting experience from the moment each hunter enters camp. Superior Guide Service is known for its quality elk and deer. While we don't sell this as a trophy hunt, every year we kill a few monstors. You will more likely see a lot of elk that are more 'average' in size. Our average bull harvested is a 5x5. Our deer are fewer in numbers and higher in quality, however. From the lodge to the field, and everything in between, we are dedicated to ensuring our hunters take part in what can only be described as “The Superior Guide Service Ranch Experience”. Before heading to hunt with us, we do recommend the following checklist to ensure you’re properly prepared to handle the most exciting hunting anywhere.
We are in Western Colorado, and no matter what time of the year you hunt with us, expect that cold weather may roll through and be prepared to hunt in it!
Bow Hunters
Clothing (LAYERS!)
- Scent-Free base layer
- Water Proof outer layer for inclement weather
- Layers are recommended as temperatures can range from 20-80 degrees in the fall season.
- Hand warmers
- We highly recommend gear designed for bow hunting. Gear that is not only scent free, but silent as you move to get in position for a shot. This is critical!
- Insulated Boots with wool socks and liners that will fit in a stirrup (no big, bulky pack boots)
Equipment
- Compound bows with a draw weight of at least 50 lbs is recommended.
- Practice arrows and field tips for practice sessions between hunts
- Our guides will have whatever else is needed to make your hunt a success. Our deer are so much larger than most hunters expect, you really need antlers from our property to be successful if attempting to rattle and we don't recommend it.
- Bow Sling or Back Pack (there is a saddle bag on your saddle for your lunch and a water bottle or small items)
Firearm Hunters
- BINOCULARS
- Clothing – same strategy as our bow hunters, with the exception that scent-free isn’t required but be prepared for cold weather and layer up. (water proof layer is a must)
- Equipment – We recommend a .270 or better but also realize shot placement is key. Extra ammunition – don’t come with just a few shells…bring a box, as you never know what can happen on a hunt!
In Between Hunts
In between hunts you will have all of the comforts of home in one our lodges, complete with , Satellite TV, meals, snack, drinks…everything you need! We recommend bringing:
- Comfortable clothes for lounging around the lodge in between hunts and in the evening
- A big appetite and pants that will allow for a few extra pounds to be put on!
- Jeans, Sweatshirt and a Jacket for the option of heading out to one of the local restaurants/bars to experience the Craig,Colorado culture!
Our guides will take pictures for you but you are always welcome to bring your own camera and phone to capture your memories in and out of the field!
Finally, if all else fails, we are 30 minutes away from a Murdochs or Wal Mart that can get you back to be fully geared up should you need anything.