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Oryx Green Chile Stew in a Dutch Oven
Did you ever wonder why big game hunting is allowed in New Mexico? Because it helps control the animal population and prevents crop damage on the many family owned farms in New Mexico. So what do you do with the elk, deer, antelope or oryx after the hunt? Make a great dinner of course. Here is a great recipe for Oryx Green Chile Stew. Continue reading
In Quest of a Trophy with Trophy Ridge Outfitters
We specialize in Elk and Mule Deer hunting. We are taking trophy bulls every year in the incredible units of the Gila National Forest. This area is known to produce 350 class bulls year after year. This is a must experience for any serious hunter that enjoys some of the finest scenery in the U.S.
Continue readingHunt for Elk in the Gila National Forest
The Gila National Forest is a protected national forest in New Mexico in the southwestern United States established in 1905. It covers approximately 3.3 million acres (5150 sq. mi., 13,000 km²) of public land, making it the sixth largest National Forest in the continental United States. Part of the area, the Gila Wilderness, was established in 1924 as the first designated wilderness by the U.S. federal government. Continue reading
Muzzleloader Deer Hunt
New Mexico youth-only hunts allow hunters under 18 years old to hunt elk, deer, and antelope. A Youth Hunter Education Course is required for all youths under the age of 18 prior to hunting with a firearm, purchasing or applying for a firearms hunting license. Bowhunter Education is not mandatory, but is highly recommend. Elk hunts are the first hunt and occur during the peak of the rut. The mule deer hunts run into the rut. We offer muzzleloader and rifle hunts in the Gila National Forest. Give your child the hunt of a lifetime with Trophy Ridge Outfitters. Continue reading
Deer Rut in Kansas
Males compete for the opportunity of breeding females. Sparring among males determines a dominance hierarchy. Bucks will attempt to copulate with as many females as possible, losing physical condition since they rarely eat or rest during the rut. Continue reading
Importance of Hunting and Fishing in New Mexico
You don't have to fish or hunt to enjoy the benefits of Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration taxes, but hunting and fishing do help keep our state WILD -- just the way we like it. Continue reading
Field Dressing an Elk in New Mexico
Find out the proper way to field dress your elk. For this you will need a set of top quality knives and a lot of patience. Continue reading
Elk Breeding Calls
The fall starts the breeding season for Elk in New Mexico. New Mexico Department of Game and Fish manage the elk herds and conduct a count each year to assess the total population of elk in New Mexico. Continue reading
Venison Green Chile Stew
Why is big game hunting in New Mexico? Because it helps control the animal population and prevent crop damage on the many family owned farms in New Mexico. So what do you do with the elk, deer, antelope or oryx when you kill it? Mad a great dinner of course. Here is a great recipe for Venison Green Chile Stew. Continue reading
New Mexico Pronghorn Antelope Trap & Release
See the multi-agency collaborative efforts as pronghorn antelope are trapped using a fence-funnel technique in NE New Mexico. After being capture, around 30 antelope were relocated on the Santa Ana Pueblo to re-establish a species that was once native to the landscape. Continue reading
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