What's the Real Difference? This is a question we are asked many times each year. Wyoming's two-tiered license pricing system for nonresident elk, deer, and antelope licenses is unique among western states. No other western state offers this structure. The system has been in place for more than 30 years and was originally supported by Wyoming's outfitting industry. The concept behind the system is straightforward: applicants who are willing to pay a higher license fee receive better draw odds. M...

What It Takes to Build a Remote Hunting Camp Most people assume a wilderness hunt begins when the hunter arrives at camp. In reality, it begins months earlier and it certainly doesn't start at the trailhead. At SNS Outfitter & Guides, our Wyoming wilderness camps sit roughly two and a half hours in on horseback. Before a single hunter rides in, every piece of equipment needed for the entire season must be packed into the backcountry. Wall tents. Wood stoves. Cots. Cook equipment. Food. ...

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...