SNS Outfitter's 2024 Hunting Season was filled with success!

This hunting season has been one for the books! From the rugged mountains of Wyoming to the rolling plains of Montana, we've shared incredible adventures with hunters from across the country. At SNS Outfitter & Guides, every hunt is so much more than just about the harvest—it's about the memories made, the friendships forged, and the deep appreciation for the wild places we're privileged to explore. From Wyoming bull elk hunts, to remarkable color phase black bears, rutting mule deer in Mont...

Few hunts rival the heart-pounding excitement of a Wyoming archery elk hunt. With elk populations thriving and more hunters embracing the challenge of archery, this pursuit has become one of the most sought-after experiences in the West. The combination of abundant elk, pristine wilderness, and the thrill of the rut makes chasing trophy bulls with a bow truly unforgettable. Our hunting area offers a generous month-long archery season in September, perfectly timed with the peak of the elk rut. Th...

As we wrap up a phenomenal 2024 hunting season, the phones are ringing with inquiries from folks eager to lock in their plans for 2025. To make your booking process a little easier, we wanted to share a quick overview of what SNS Outfitter & Guides currently has available for next season. Whether you're dreaming of a thrilling horseback elk hunt, chasing trophy antelope on the open plains of Wyoming, or immersing yourself in the rut on Montana Mule Deer hunt, SNS Outfitter & Guides has t...

Rodney Smith, a long-time friend and hunter with SNS Outfitter & Guides, sums it up perfectly: "There's just no reason to go anywhere else! They take care of the details. I've never had a complaint with SNS, and that's what keeps us coming back!" Rodney Smith Rodney's journey with us started in 2002 after spotting an ad in a hunting magazine. Having grown up fishing, squirrel, and rabbit hunting with his grandfather, and eventually becoming an avid waterfowl sportsman, he was ready for big g...

Still Looking for a 2024 Deer Hunt? SNS has got you covered!

Our Montana Deer Hunt features one of your best options to draw a license and go hunting in 2024. This is a great mule deer hunt, but the property has some fine whitetail hunting as well. We have hunted here for over 25 years and this ranch has a proven track record for producing quality animals.

Ash Holland with guide: Ken Decker

For hunters seeking a remarkable black bear trophy and a rejuvenating vacation, our hunt offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.

Our lodge is situated in Wyoming’s serene Greys River area, renowned for its abundant black bear population, including predominantly color phase bears. It’s no wonder this has become one of our most-sought after hunts.

Wyoming is currently experiencing a much more mild winter this 2024 season.

It is a welcome relief after the harsh winter we experienced in 2023 when we saw severe pronghorn antelope deaths in most of the entire southwestern corner of Wyoming. Although we had a hard winter in the rest of the state, the death loss for antelope in central Wyoming was significantly less. The result of all of that snow and summer moisture in 2023 translates into plentiful range conditions in central Wyoming. Going into the 2024 winter was off the charts.

Pronghorn Antelope need plentiful forage and healthy sagebrush in order to survive, but quality winter feed is also essential for antelope horn growth. The horn on an antelope is made up of hair. In early December our Wyoming antelope loose their horns as the new ones starts to grow underneath the old sheath forcing it off. If you go into the field this time of year, all the antelope bucks look like they are the same size and their horns resemble a 6-inch knife blade. The new horn will continue to grow all winter and spring.  If the bucks are in good condition, this will translate into a very good year for trophy antelope bucks.

Step into the shoes of Jess Johnson, an avid hunter whose September 2023 rifle hunt with guide Ryan Kertanis resulted in harvesting a magnificent trophy antelope buck with SNS Outfitter & Guides. Jess and Ryan embarked on their hunt from our Red Butte camp lodge, venturing into the sprawling landscapes of private lands meticulously managed by SNS Outfitter & Guides. Unlike Jess' previous experiences as a DIY hunter on public lands, the exclusive hunting grounds provided a serene sanctuar...

If you haven't ever come out west during the summer season, it may be time to consider a Wyoming prairie dog hunt.  Shooting several rounds of ammunition a day at prairie dogs towns filled with these rodents is incredibly fun.  SNS Outfitter & Guides currently has opportunity for just a few, quality prairie dog hunts this coming summer. We limit these to small groups of 4 shooters or less for 2-3 days. Taking limited numbers each year ensures a quality hunt. The best time of year t...

Antelope Hunting in Wyoming & Montana

Wyoming is currently experiencing a much more mild winter this 2024 season. Wyoming Pronghorn It is a welcome relief after the harsh winter we experienced in 2023 when we saw severe pronghorn antelope deaths in most of the entire southwestern corner of Wyoming. Although we had a hard winter in the rest of the state, the death loss for antelope in central Wyoming was significantly less. The result of all of that snow and summer moisture in 2023 translates into plentiful range conditions in c...

Strike up a conversation about politics around a campfire and you're pretty much guaranteed not to be invited on the next hunting trip.  In fact, it seems to be an actual human characteristic that any person who loves the pursuit of wild game also hates all things politics. Hunters just want to be in the woods. They want to be surrounded by the sounds of nature. They want to stand around a campfire with their family/friends and share stories about previous hunting experiences. They want to ...

The SNS family recently lost one of our own. On January 15, 2024, Phil Marton one of our longtime guides, sportsman, predator hunter, rancher and friend passed away after a long battle with esophageal cancer.

Over the past 30 plus years many of our SNS clients hunted antelope on the Marton ranch. Phil guided many of our hunters for antelope, mule deer and elk. The last years of his guiding career he focused on hunting Montana mule deer.

Phil was an accomplished predator hunter who honed his coyote hunting skills protecting the ranches sheep herd. This skill came in handy when Phil and several SNS guides went hunting in the Northwest Territories. The caribou hunting was difficult as their numbers were so low. Phil turned his attention to the ultimate predator hunt, wolves. After a very long day of pursuing a wolf pack for miles on foot, using his calling skills Phil killed the ultimate trophy, a beautiful white wolf.

Cow Elk Hunts

Would you like to satisfy your elk hunting needs & know right where the meat you put on the table comes from? Consider doing a cow elk hunt with SNS Outfitters. For several years now we have been sending hunters home with coolers full of organic cow elk meat and it is obvious, the popularity of these hunts is on the rise. Elk meat is delicious, free of antibiotics and very low in cholesterol. In other word's, a cow elk hunt provides outstanding table fare and a great hunting trip. The demand...

Opening Day; marks the commencement of Rifle Elk Hunting on our private ranch lease—a tradition we eagerly look forward to every year at SNS Outfitter! For over 35 years, SNS has proudly held the hunting lease on this expansive cattle ranch. During our tenure, we have witnessed the resident elk herds stabilize and thrive, making this hunt a Wyoming icon. As we gear up for another epic Opening Day, the excitement is palpable.

SNS Outfitter's 2024 Hunting Season is underway

Q: Sy, how has the hunting season started out? The 2024 hunting season kicked off with the usual flurry of activity and preparations. This included long days of shuttling equipment and horses, always with the goal of working efficiently and minimizing wasted movement. August can be a bit overwhelming as we navigate the logistics of our many hunting camps. However, with good help and careful planning, everything was in place well before our clients arrived. This year, the execution was smooth, an...

Wearing the right boots for Wyoming Hunts

A very important item on the gear list for your hunt with SNS Outfitter is without a doubt the right boots for the hunt.  A very important item on the gear list for your hunt with SNS Outfitter is without a doubt the right boots for the hunt. In my opinion this is the second most important item to get it right when preparing for your hunt. Obviously, the right firearm or bow matched with the right ammo or arrows would rank as #1 on the list. The type of boots we suggest you bring varies on ...

Join us for the second half of our "After the Hunt" podcast as we dive into the rich history and hilarious adventures of the camp managers from SNS Outfitter & Guides. With 47 years of experience guiding hunts and managing camps in the rugged terrains of Wyoming and Montana, these seasoned professionals have seen it all. From unexpected wildlife encounters to campfire tales that will leave you in stitches, this episode is a true legacy piece that captures the essence of life in the great out...

As the temperatures start to cool down out West, with nighttime lows dipping into the 50s, we can sense that fall is just around the corner.  While summer isn't over yet, it's time to start preparing for the upcoming hunting season. Now is the perfect time to finish dialing in your rifle, gather your hunting equipment, finalize travel plans, and get any remaining questions answered. Here are some frequently asked questions that the SNS Outfitter office receives each year as the hunting seas...

There is an abundant amount of tales to be told from SNS Outfitter's 47 years of serving hunters with professionally guided hunts! This group of experienced hunting guides and camp managers for SNS Outfitter are ready to tell all. Hold on to your hats, once the storytelling kicked in, there was no holding back! Whether you're a seasoned hunter, an aspiring camp manager, or just a fan of outdoor adventures, this episode is packed with entertaining stories from over 45 years of outf...

Every year we receive multiple calls from hunters looking for a hunt who have yet to discover that Wyoming is a draw state. We have to deliver the bad news that it often takes several years to draw a coveted Wyoming big game license. Wyoming's license system can be hard to understand.  Wyoming offers licenses and opportunity for several different species, multiple types of licenses, different draw dates, a two tiered license system and hard to understand hunting regulations. The SNS team ca...