Arrow One Ranch

Arrow One Ranch operates 1,000 acres of managed hunting land on the slopes of Haleakala, roughly 25 minutes from Kahului Airport. The property mixes dense kiawe forest with panini (prickly pear cactus) and rolling terrain that takes about 3 days to fully cover. Since 1999, they've guided hundreds of hunters to trophy axis bucks and Mouflon sheep.

Axis Deer dominate the hunts. The ranch manages several hundred head with strict breeding practices. Hard antler bucks are available year-round—velvet bucks peak late March through early May. By late May through December, most bucks carry hard antlers. Late November into January, bucks shed.

"Axis deer are among the smartest deer in the world. They're cunning and challenging to hunt." - Ranch management

Mouflon & Hybrid Sheep also available. Gold Medal rams (3/4 curl or better) hunted on a 1-day rifle basis.

The ranch is run by bow hunters for bow hunters. Owner Jeff Grundhauser and manager Keoni Grundhauser prioritize the archer's experience. Typical archery shots run 20-40 yards. You might see 200-300 deer on a single day hunt, but the thick cover and smart game make it genuinely challenging. Bring your own archery setup.

Rifle hunters see faster results—99% success rate on trophy bucks in a single day. Recommended calibers: 30-06 or 308. The ranch provides quality scoped rifles free of charge (30-06 for trophies, 243 for doe hunts). Most shots run 100-150 yards.

What's Included: - Professional guided hunts (all-day stalking) - Lunch and drinks - Rifle use and binoculars (no charge) - All meat preparation and freezing - Trophy preparation (shoulder cape, antlers cleaned and cut) - No trophy fees, no tag premiums for monster bucks

A $500 deposit reserves your hunt. Final payment by cash, check, or credit card (CC adds 7% processing fee). Hawaii General Excise Tax (4.16%) applies to all fees.

Axis deer produces some of the best venison available. The ranch freezes all meat at no cost. Transport options: - 48-quart coolers ($25 each, holds 50 lbs max)—fits most airline baggage policies, cheapest shipping - FedEx shipping for meat, capes, and antlers - Baggage shipping for frozen venison and trophy components

Taxidermy is limited on Maui, so capes get frozen for transport home. Antlers can be split/cut or boxed and shipped.

The original ranch—called Erehwon ("Nowhere" backwards)—was settled around 1875 by the Vontempsky brothers. The family managed multiple Maui ranches including Ulupalakua and Kaupo. Today, Arrow One continues that ranching legacy with cattle, farming, and trophy hunting.

Scenic location: hunting with Pacific Ocean views from Haleakala slopes. Daytime temps run 80-85°F; mornings cool enough for a light jacket. Expect thick brush, challenging stalks, and year-round excellent hunting weather.

Jeff Grundhauser (Owner) – 20+ years experience. Bow hunter who understands archer needs. Direct: (808) 357-0469

Keoni Grundhauser (Manager) – Local expertise and experienced with trophy management. Direct: (808) 214-8301

Guides are experienced local hunters who know the deer, the terrain, and the hunting style. All hunts are guided—no one enters the property unguided.

"A quality property to hunt is invaluable. A good guide, worth his weight in gold. A guide that understands the archery dude's needs—even better yet. But to find all three in one place and in one guy is pretty dang rare." - Jeff Klippenes, long-time repeat client

"Arrow One Ranch was the highlight of our trip to Maui. Jeff treated us like family, organized trophy mounting, froze our venison, and left us with lifetime memories." - Jeff Barrow, Cincinnati, Ohio

"I've hunted with Jeff since the ranch went full-time 10+ years ago. The experience just gets better year after year. My days hunting axis deer amid the kiawe trees are among my all-time best memories." - Jay Strangis, bowhunter and outdoor writer

One veterinarian client noted: "Arrow One Ranch has some of the best feed in the islands, reflected in outstanding deer herds and antler growth."

• •Hawaii Hunting License Required – All hunters need a non-resident or resident Hawaii hunting license. If you have a Hunter Safety Card, buy online before arriving (easiest option). On-island options: state building (Mon-Fri 8am-4pm) or West Maui Sports (daily 8am-6pm).

• •Health Issues – Disclose any health concerns before booking. The terrain is steep and densely vegetated.

• •Children – Hunters under 16 must be accompanied by a parent.

Equipment to Bring - Archery setup (if bow hunting) - Camo clothes - Hiking boots - Small backpack - Sunscreen and water bottle - Rain gear - Light jacket (mornings cool) - Rifle hunters: bring nothing—quality rifles provided

Shooting Rules - You get 2 reasonable shooting opportunities per hunt - After 2 missed shots, the hunt ends and full fees apply - All wounded game counts as harvested - On management doe hunts, it's your responsibility not to shoot a buck—accidental bucks trigger trophy fees

Reservations required before entering the property. Call main office (808) 878-2683 or contact Jeff (808) 357-0469 or Keoni (808) 214-8301. Email: [email protected].

Hunts offered 360 days a year. No weather cancellations—Hawaii's year-round hunting weather means every day is huntable.

Cancellation: 72-hour notice required. Refunds only if the ranch fills your spot with another hunter.