ElkGuyd's Hunting Service

ElkGuyd's Hunting Service operates as a licensed outfitter (#0-3337) specializing in guided elk hunts throughout southern New Mexico's Lincoln National Forest. Owner and main guide Reyne Roman brings 18 years of professional hunting service experience, with four additional years working as a guide for another outfitting business before launching his own operation.

Reyne Roman - Owner & Main Guide (18 years experience) Armando Benavidez - Partner, Wrangler and Senior Guide (16 years) Ernie Nevarez - Veteran Guide (4 years) Tim Holguin - Guide (2 years) Gary Chavarria - All-species Guide (6 years)

Support staff includes Helen Butt (cook, packer), Justin Butt (cook, packer), and Riley Roman (guide in training).

• •Archery elk hunts - Bow hunting during archery season
• •Rifle elk hunts - Rifle hunting during rifle season
• •Muzzleloader hunts - Black powder hunting opportunities
• •Mobility-impaired hunts - Specialized hunts for disabled hunters
• •Youth hunts - Dedicated hunts for young hunters
• •Multi-species hunts - Other big game including mule deer

ElkGuyd's operates Avis Ranch, a 3-bedroom ranch house situated on a hilltop overlooking grassy pasture. Accommodations include:

• •3 bedrooms (sleeps 7 total: one room sleeps 3, two rooms sleep 2 each)
• •Full kitchen with all amenities
• •One full bathroom with hot shower/bathtub
• •Washer/dryer in laundry room
• •Big-screen TV with Dish Network
• •WiFi throughout the house
• •Landline phone with calling card for outside calls
• •Propane wall heater and fireplace
• •Front porch for breaks and evening relaxation

Operating near Cloudcroft, New Mexico in Otero County, at 8,676 feet elevation within the Lincoln National Forest. Despite the arid surrounding region, the high elevation provides mild summers and quality hunting conditions. Cloudcroft was named by Fodor's in 2002 as the #3 "Most Overlooked and Underrated Destination Spot."

"Share what we know and what we've learned. Be sincere and honest about our experiences. Dedicate ourselves to the task at hand and do our job to the best of our ability."

The company treats every customer with respect and understands that an elk hunt may be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Success is measured not just by harvest, but by creating treasured hunting memories.

Potential hunters must:

1. Contact Reyne Roman before applying to the New Mexico Game and Fish draw 2. Discuss and agree on specific hunt codes 3. Complete the 2025 Draw Hunt Contract & Hunt Packages 4. Download and review essential items for an elk hunt

• •Important: Do not apply on the NM Game and Fish website until discussing options with Reyne.

• •Phone: (575) 639-1291
• •Email: [email protected]

Office Hours: - Monday - Friday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm - Saturday: 8:00am - 5:00pm - Sunday: Closed

Physical Address: 5140 Noche Bella Loop Las Cruces, NM 88011

Partner with A&M Meat Processing (21 US Hwy 82, Alamogordo, NM) for field dressing and processing services. Open 24 hours daily.

ElkGuyd's Hunting Service has been featured on "Grace Camo & Lace," a hunting show documenting elk hunts with their team. Multiple successful hunts documented, including archery, rifle, and family hunts.