06/07/2026
The outfit up the trail from where I guide is putting on a Women’s retreat this year. It’s beautiful, rugged country up that way. I thought maybe some of you gals would enjoy a backcountry pack-in experience, so I’m sharing the info if you’re interested!
Five Bears Outfitters in pairing up with 5mountainsretreat.com for an opportunity for our lady followers to enjoy an all women’s expedition in our backcountry camp. Maybe you are interested in a retreat or just an opportunity to enjoy a wild backcountry experience. Whatever the reason, click on the link above and spread the word! We look forward to seeing you on the trail…..happy spring!
03/30/2026
Great article from Boone and Crockett Club on tipping for western big game hunts.
They used a picture of Bird doing his thing! ❤️
"How much should I tip my guide?" If you've ever booked an outfitted big game hunt, chances are this question has crossed your mind at least once.
It's one of the most universally asked questions in the hunting world, and yet straight answers are surprisingly hard to find. Steve Wagner digs into the economics of guiding, what tips actually mean to the people who make your hunt possible, and how to navigate gratuities with confidence.
Whether you're planning your first guided hunt or your twentieth, this is worth a read.
Read more: https://www.boone-crockett.org/tipping-points-guide-gratuities-big-game-hunters