Overview
Rifle elk hunts will be offered on the Perry Ranch for the first time in 2010. Only two bull-elk tags are available. This ranch borders the Hondo Ranch.
The Hunting Area
The Perry Ranch is approximately 1,300 acres and is located in the foothills of the Sacramento Mountains in central New Mexico. Although small by elk-ranch standards, the property is in a prime location. The terrain is hilly with moderate amounts of juniper, oak and pinon pine. Grass and rocks are abundant.
Difficulty of the Hunts
On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the easiest place possible to hunt elk and 10 being the toughest terrain on earth to hunt elk, we give this hunt a difficulty rating of 2. The rocks are the most unforgiving part of the ranch.
The low difficulty rating stems from the lack of any considerable vertical terrain. The maximum vertical relief on the ranch is less than 500 feet.
Expectations for the Hunts
Every hunter arrives with high expectations for a hunt, as they should. But, there are many factors that affect the outcome of a hunt. The first and foremost factor, outside of weather, that will dictate the "success" of this hunt is patience. Much more than conditioning. That's a change from most elk hunts we offer.
With all that said, what are reasonable expectations? Determining actual shot-opportunity percentages are difficult due to the extreme range of hunting abilities, conditioning, expectations, and hunters not sticking with their minimums (i.e. sliding scales). If you will hold steadfast on your minimum, and will stick with the hunt for the duration, the following shot-opportunity percentages are what our guides feel they can produce for a 1 on 1 hunter on the Perry Ranch, any given week:
Minimum
Chances at a Shot
Size Class
Opportunity
Comments
260+
95%
Ranch minimum. Average 5 points and small 6-points.
280+
85%
Nice 5 & 6 points.
300+
75% Good 5 & 6 points with high success.
320+
60%
Getting harder, but still reasonable.
340+
30%
Entering the uppermost class of bulls. Almost asking too much.
360+
10%
Too high of a minimum. These bulls just seem to happen.
380+
2%
A gift from the gods.
Tactics
The early-season dates will allow calling to be a vital part of locating and hunting the bulls. As always in rifle elk hunts, spot and stalk hunting will be an important component of the hunt.
Most days will start with glassing from one of the high points on the ranch. Once spotted, closing the distance to get the shot will be the next step. Glassing and more glassing can be expected. It's where the patience issue becomes so important.
The hunting areas will be accessed by vehicle and all hunting will be done on foot. All hunters will be guided 1 on 1.
Accommodations/Meals
The accommodations for the Griffin Ranch hunts are in our lodge, a modern 4-bedroom house. All the conveniences of home are available.
Meals will be provided with breakfast and lunch consisting of easy-to-make items. A full dinner is prepared in the evenings.
Airport Information
Air service is available by flying into either Albuquerque, NM or El Paso, TX. The ranch is located centrally between the two airports. You will need to rent a 4x4 vehicle (in case of inclement weather) and drive to the lodge. The drive time is approximately 2 1/2 hours.
It is the first year the Perry Ranch has ever applied for elk tags. There is no history. However, we have hunted the adjacent Hondo Ranch for years and feel this property should deliver similar results. We expect bulls anywhere from 260 to 360. If we can't find a respectable bull, we will make it up to you. We stand behind our hunts.
2010 Perry Ranch Hunt Prices
5-Day Rifle Elk Hunt
$5,900 - Bull Elk (1 on 1)
2010 Perry Ranch Seasons
5-Day Rifle Elk Hunts
Oct 23-27, 2010
2010 Perry Ranch License Fees
Landowner Permit Elk License - Rifle - $571
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