After the New Mexico big game draw, we inevitably receive questions about landowner tags in New Mexico. If I didn’t draw, can I still hunt New Mexico this year? Are landowner tags available? How much do they cost? Here’s a quick breakdown of what you need to know...
The New Mexico application deadline is March 22, 2023. If you’re interested in hunting elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, Barbary sheep, pronghorn, ibex, turkey or Oryx this year, it’s time to plan your hunt. All applications must be submitted by the March 22nd deadline....
Across the western United States, there are seemingly endless options for hunters looking for an elk hunting outfitter. We speak with hundreds of hunters each year and as a consumer, we know how daunting this search can be. How you find the right elk hunting...
The opportunity to hunt Barbary sheep among free-range, wild herds is something uniquely available in in New Mexico. These are bar-none some of the best hunting experiences that New Mexico has to offer. Here are a few of the top reasons why we love hunting Barbary...
On any free-range big game hunt, there are no guarantees of coming home with a trophy. But knowing that it’s always a possibility, hunters should be ready to make taxidermy decisions on how they’d like to display that animal. We are happy to recommend taxidermists but...
As we look forward to a new year of elk hunting in New Mexico, we hope many of you are also getting excited about next year’s hunting plans. No sooner does one season end, than planning for the next one begins! When it comes to planning a New Mexico elk hunt, from the...
New Mexico offers some of the best big game hunting opportunities of any western state. To learn more about why you should be applying in the New Mexico big game draw, go see our previous article on that subject. Here’s an overview of how the New Mexico big game draw...
When many hunters think of elk hunting, it often comes with thoughts of loud bugles and aggressive bulls. But outside those few weeks in September and early October, calling isn’t the most productive tactic – in fact even during the rut, other tactics can sometimes be...
Every so often, a big bull strolls right into your shooting lane and everything is perfect. While lucking into them is always nice, having a solid elk calling strategy only increase your odds of success. It’s one thing to get them talking. It’s another thing entirely...
New Mexico may not be known for sheer numbers of pronghorn, especially compared to destinations like Wyoming. However, when it comes to quality and trophy potential, it would be difficult to top pronghorn hunting in New Mexico. When folks ask us about our antelope...
If there’s one thing that can kill the mood on any hunt, it’s scent. When an elk or deer catches your smell, it’s often game over and they are gone. Playing the wind is obvious but the thermals are often more nuanced and should be used to guide each stalk. The...
New Mexico Oryx hunting is an action-packed hunt. And it’s the only place in North America to hunt them free range! These are beautiful animals that make exceptional trophies. And the meat is some of the finest wild game you’ll find anywhere. If you’re interested in...
We are excited that the 2022 big game hunting season in New Mexico is now officially underway! Our pronghorn hunts began recently and our hunters have already taken some great bucks so far this year. It has been a great start to the season and we’ve only just...
Drawing an early season tag for a New Mexico elk hunt in one of the great units that we hunt here at LOH Outfitters is flat-out exciting. Our hunters average over 90% opportunity rates on quality New Mexico bulls. For those who weren’t able to come up with a tag in...
Hunting packs tend to take a beating and they serve multiple purposes by hauling gear and meat. Ideally, a meat hauling frame pack will handle the bloody work but some trips call for quick packouts and you might find yourself loading up the day or overnight pack to...
Elk calling during the rut is one of the most exhilarating things on this planet. When 700-pound animals scream at each other and you’re in the mix of things, it’ll make your heart jump out of your chest. However, it doesn’t always happen this way. Sudden silence can...
Embarking on a guided hunt is extremely rewarding. Having access to the expertise of guides, local knowledge and access is all exciting and presents a number of advantages. Although the resources are excellent, showing up prepared is still absolutely necessary. Here...
A fully guided elk hunt isn’t cheap. Nor would you want it to be. The bitter taste of a poor experience can last a long time. We receive many questions about the cost of a guided elk hunt. So we thought it would be worthwhile to break it down. What is the cost of a...
The off-season is the time to dial in critical hunting gear like boots and backpacks. Make sure everything is ready for the hunting season. Don’t procrastinate and cram your to-do list into the final weeks before the hunt. Start now, and use this time to properly...
The spring and summer months are the perfect time to prep for the hunting season. Take the time during the off-season to get your gear dialed in. One of the first things on your off-season to-do list should be finishing any necessary changes to your bow or firearm...
The New Mexico elk hunting season is on the horizon. It’s time to get ready for a guided New Mexico hunt of a lifetime. Our hunts boast a 90+% shot opportunity and the trophy quality is exceptional. Hunters should arrive ready to hike hard, glass hard, and hunt hard....
If you’re anything like us, you probably have more than one hunting trip on the books for this fall. If you’re lucky in the draw, maybe you’ll even be joining us on multiple hunts right here in New Mexico – it’s not unheard of for our hunters to join us on a hunt for...
It’s application time in New Mexico! The big game application deadline is coming up quickly. If you intend to apply in New Mexico this year, the first thing you need to do is create an account on the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF) website. In...
Anyone who has dreamed of chasing big bull elk out west has found themselves looking at New Mexico more than once. New Mexico is widely known for the Gila units, which can produce monster bulls. These units are the most sought after tags in all of New Mexico. These...
LOH Outfitters is hosting a Long Range Shooting School this summer, in partnership with our friends at Best of the West in Cody, Wyoming. This is an outstanding opportunity to improve your marksmanship skills and become a more effective rifle or muzzleloader hunter....
