There’s no doubt that interest in western mule deer hunting has grown steadily over the past decade. From the high plains to alpine basins above timberline, mule deer continue to capture the imagination of big game hunters across North America.

At SNS Outfitter & Guides, we’ve seen this trend firsthand. With Wyoming offering some of the best and most accessible mule deer hunting in the West—from the rugged peaks of the Greys River to the open prairies—we’ve guided hunters through nearly every terrain mule deer call home.

We’ve had a fun fall bear season here in western Wyoming! If you’ve ever visited the Wyoming high country in September, you know exactly why this is one of our favorite hunts of the year. Rocky Mountain weather in September is typically sunny, with warm days and crisp nights, and the leaves are starting to change. Most importantly, the bears are getting very active! 
During early September, black bears enter a period of hyperphagia, which is their fall feeding frenzy. They begin a constant foraging, looking to put on calories before the winter hibernation. 
Unlike the summertime when bears are mostly nocturnal, black bears begin feeding all throughout the day during this hyperphagia period. It is a great time to target trophy black bears in Wyoming. Boars are big and fat, and their coats are typically in great condition. 
Our fall black bear hunters have had a wonderful time this season, staying in the comfortable Box Y Lodge along the Greys River. The Greys River valley runs south of Jackson, Wyoming and is home to the largest concentration of black bears in Wyoming. This area produces mostly color phase bears with outstanding hides. 
Here are a few photos from the fall black bear hunts this year: 




From the SNS staff and the staff at the Box Y Lodge, we’d like to thank our hunters who joined us on a Wyoming black bear hunt this fall! It was a pleasure hunting with each of you. 
If you’d like more information about Wyoming black bear hunts with SNS Outfitter and Guides, please visit our Black Bear Hunting Page or refer to Hunt number 9 in our Brochure. You can also call us for specifics and availability at 307-266-4229.

It’s hard to believe that we’ve wrapped up our 40th season here at SNS—time flies. It’s been another year of outstanding trophies, unforgettable memories, and first time hunters. We are thankful for all of the hunters who chose to experience their Wyoming (or Montana) hunts with us.
As usual, we kicked off our 2017 season at the Box Y Lodge in the Grey’s River Valley. The Spring Bear hunts are a favorite of ours. As expected, the bears are slowly withdrawing from their hibernation, and there is typically still snow on the ground. This makes for an anticipatory hunt, both for the hunter and the guide. Our Spring Bear hunts also begin at the perfect time: we’re typically getting antsy for hunting season, and this relinquishes our hunting fever (at least until the fall)!
Every year, as the leaves begin to change, the meat of our hunting season begins. Between the memories that will be made, the stories that will be told, and—of course—the animals that our hunters will go home with, SNS is proud to offer a unique hunting experience. Year after year, some things simply stand the test of time: the smile on our clients’ faces as they head out for a hunt, the memories they come back to share, and the pride they feel. This season, we had first time hunters on our antelope and elk hunts; we truly love seeing the hunt through their eyes. And, of course, we had veteran hunters and returning clients—a true testament to the experience we offer.
Finally, we wrapped up our hunting season with our Montana Deer hunts, hunt 11, on November 19th. This makes for a long season, but it’s totally worth it! So, thanks again to all who hunted with us this year, as well as the previous 40 seasons!
As a quick reminder for you, the Wyoming Elk application deadline is January 31st. Please contact us with any questions you may have. You can request a brochure here.