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Kennedy Hunting Services operates from Des Moines in the northeast corner of New Mexico, running guided trophy hunts on private land across northern New Mexico and southern Colorado. The operation focuses on four primary game animals with a reputation for consistently delivering quality trophy experiences.

All hunts package three essentials: - Professional guide service (guides stay on-site during entire hunt) - Lodging at Turkey Track Lodge (sleeps 20, two hunters per room) - Meals throughout the hunt

What hunts DON'T include: Out-of-state licenses, airport transportation, meat/trophy shipping, or gratuities. Hunters arriving early pay $250/day. Non-hunting guests also $250/day.

These are the flagship offering. Nearly every year Kennedy has harvested bucks close to 200" or better, with all taken animals averaging over 6.5 years old—a combination of great genetics and selective hunting pressure.

2024 Pricing: - Colorado (December, Ranching for Wildlife Program): $13,500 - New Mexico (October): $7,000–$8,500

Colorado Changes in 2023: After 30 years in the Ranching for Wildlife program and numerous 200+ bucks, they now limit Colorado deer hunts to 2-3 hunters in December and require Colorado preference points. Hunters without preference points can pursue New Mexico deer, which remains over-the-counter on private land.

In 2023, Kennedy harvested their two highest-scoring bulls ever during 45 years in business. Results: 27 rifle hunters took 27 bulls in New Mexico; 3 archery hunters harvested 2 bulls. In Colorado, 4 hunters killed 3 bulls averaging 403 inches gross.

2024 Elk Hunt Pricing:

Hunt Type	Dates	Price
Archery Elk (NM)	Sept 12-16 (5 days)	$10,000
Rifle Elk (CO)	Sept 6-10	$15,000
Rifle Elk (NM)	Oct 1-5	$11,500
Rifle Elk (NM)	Oct 8-12	$11,500–$10,000
Late Season (NM)	Nov 17-21	$10,000
Cow Elk (NM)	Nov 23-25 (2.5 days)	$2,500

Combination Deer/Elk Hunts (Oct 26-30, NM): $6,500 for deer only + $6,500 kill fee for elk. In 2023, 11 of 12 tags filled by 6 hunters—described as "action packed."

With huge tracts of private property on the high plains of northeastern New Mexico and southern Colorado, Kennedy consistently delivers trophy antelope hunts. 2023 results: 20 hunters took 20 bucks.

2024 Antelope Hunt (NM, Aug 24-26): - $3,500–$5,000

They market these as suitable for hunters aged 8 to 80, from first-time hunters to hardcore trophy chasers. Hunt format includes a pre-hunt barbecue and post-hunt storytelling.

Bears have averaged over 6.5 feet squared in recent years. Available in all color phases.

2024 Bear Hunt (NM, August 16-18): $3,500

Designed for hunters filling grand slam requirements or seeking a quality spring turkey experience.

2024 Turkey Hunt (April 16–May 10, 3 days): - New Mexico: $2,000 - NM/Colorado Combo: $2,500

Location & Airports: Closest airport is Colorado Springs, Colorado. Denver (CO), Albuquerque (NM), and Amarillo (TX) are alternatives. Kennedy recommends renting a car; they offer ground transportation at $250 each way.

Arrival Timing: Hunters should arrive shortly after noon the day prior to hunt start. Those filling tags early can stay the full duration at no additional charge.

License	Cost
Out-of-State License (all states)	$65 + $5 habitat stamp
Bull Elk (NM)	$610
Bull Elk (CO)	$761
Cow Elk (NM)	$395
Mule Deer (NM)	$270
Mule Deer (CO)	$395
Black Bear (NM)	$260
Pronghorn (NM)	$340
Pronghorn (CO)	$395
Turkey (CO)	$100

Payment Terms: 50% deposit within 10 days of booking; remaining 50% upon arrival.

Meat transportation to processor and shipment, along with taxidermy costs, have become expensive. Kennedy recommends hunters arrange to transport meat/trophies home if possible. UPS shipping available at actual shipping cost plus $50 handling fee.

Contact: - Colby: 505.350.2416 - Kirk: 505.205.7842 - Email: [email protected] - Mailing: Kennedy Hunting Services, 41 Outfitters Rd, Des Moines, NM 88418