What happens when a 20-year chapter comes to a close in one of Wyoming's most iconic hunting regions? In this video, SNS Outfitter & Guides founder Sy Gilliland sits down to reflect on two decades of outfitting horseback elk hunts, trophy-class high country mule deer pursuits, and unforgettable Wyoming black bear adventures in the legendary Greys River. From the Box Y Lodge to Jackson Hole Outfitters camp, Sy recounts the moments, the hunters, and the wilderness that shaped this chapter of S...

Every year, new clients roll into camp with the same question:
“So, why is it called Camp Envy?”

To answer that, let’s take a walk down memory lane.

The May 31st deadline to apply for Wyoming hunting licenses is right around the corner-and if you're still looking to get a hunt on the books for this fall, now's the time to move. We have a limited number of antelope hunts available for those with 5 or more preference points. These are solid hunts in proven areas with high success rates. You can view details on the website, then give us a call for available dates and specifics. If you don't have enough points, there's still a chance to dra...

Your Best Chance at a Wyoming or Montana Antelope Hunt We're back in the SNS Outfitter & Guides classroom for our next installment; Random Antelope Application Program. If you've ever dreamed of hunting pronghorn antelope in Wyoming or Montana but weren't sure how to navigate the draw system, you're not alone. With demand at an all-time high, getting a license can feel like a challenge—but that's where SNS Outfitter & Guides comes in. Our Random Antelope Application Program gives hu...

Pronghorn Antelope fill the Wyoming plains

Wyoming has long been recognized for its abundant Pronghorn Antelope population. In fact, the Cowboy State is home to the largest population of antelope in North America. While states like Arizona and New Mexico are known for producing impressive trophy antelope, Wyoming consistently leads in the number of "Book" antelope harvested. However, Wyoming's antelope herds are susceptible to population fluctuations. Factors such as harsh winters, disease outbreaks, habitat changes, and human encroachme...

 As they say, if you know, you know! That adrenaline rush mixed with joy, relief, and pride as you pull the trigger and watch everything unfold in front of you. The exhaustion and exhilaration—it’s a feeling SNS Outfitter & Guides knows well.

For 46 seasons, we've had the privilege of hosting top-tier hunting adventures in Wyoming & Montana. Time and time again, our clients leave with unforgettable memories of a hunt well conducted.

If you're looking for a high-success, top-quality hunting experience, SNS Outfitter & Guides has a few rare opportunities available for 2025. These hunts are in prime locations with limited spots—don't wait to secure your adventure! We announce these openings to our loyal newsletter subscribers first. If you're not on the list and want to receive updates like this, sign up at www.HuntWyo.com Trophy Antelope Hunts for Point Holders  SNS Outfitter is the largest pronghorn antelope outfitt...

Plan Your 2024 Wyoming or Montana Hunting Adventure with SNS Outfitter & Guides

Last year, we shared our upcoming hunting availability with our loyal newsletter subscribers before releasing it to the public. This insider access gives our subscribers first dibs on booking their dream hunts. Keep in mind that our availability is highly fluid during this busy season, and spots fill up quickly. If you’ve been dreaming of a true western hunt in Wyoming or Montana or have been collecting preference points, SNS Outfitter & Guides has you covered. Without further ado, here are your options for the 2024 hunting season:

2024 Bull Elk Hunts

Wyoming’s elk hunting is thriving! The elk population continues to grow yearly, but increased demand has made licenses harder to draw, requiring more preference points.

At SNS Outfitter & Guides, we pride ourselves on offering the most diverse elk hunting opportunities in Wyoming. With several distinct camps to choose from, we provide top-tier hunting experiences that cater to a variety of preferences and styles. Over the years, we've guided 1,388 elk hunts with an impressive lifetime success rate of 72%—and we're just getting started! The positive feedback from our clients inspires us to keep doing what we love year after year. Here's what a few of them ha...

Rising to New Heights: Wyoming Elk Hunting's Golden Era with SNS Outfitter & Guides Wyoming elk hunting continues to reach new heights, both in quality and demand. If someone had told me 20 years ago that our state would hold the number of elk we see today, I wouldn't have believed them. Yet here we are, with elk herds thriving across much of Wyoming—even in areas of western Wyoming inhabited by wolves. For years, SNS Outfitters primarily focused on mule deer and antelope hunts. However, as ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Handling firearms during your hunt must be done in a safe manner where no one is placed in jeopardy from unsafe practices.  Welcome to another video in The SNS Outfitter Classroom series. Like any good trade teacher would do, there's always a day of instruction covering the safety rules for the classroom setting before getting to dive into the hands on portion. For this video we will be discussing the very important topic of Firearm Safety. This is easily the most serious topic we will be c...