Young Gun Trophy Hunts

Young Gun Outfitters was established in 2024 by Tyler Sanchez, a New Mexico native who grew up hunting with his dad. After guiding for several top outfitters across New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado, Sanchez decided to build his own legacy. The operation is family-run and built on hard work, dedication, and faith.

What separates them from other outfitters in the state is simple: they intentionally limit client numbers each year to ensure everyone gets the attention they need on what could be a once-in-a-lifetime hunt.

Your hunt starts way before you arrive at camp. Young Gun's team puts countless days in the field during the off-season, constantly scouting to build a solid game plan for opening morning. This preparation is foundational to their success.

New Mexico Elk: Hunts are conducted mostly on public land with permits obtained through the state's draw/lottery system. They also hold unit-wide guaranteed landowner tags. They specialize in Game Management Units 10, 12, 13, 15, all of 16s, 17, 34, and 36, though the team has experience statewide.

Arizona Elk: Arizona offers world-class elk hunting. If you have points ready to burn or want guidance on where and how to apply, they can put together a custom plan.

Fully Guided + Accommodations includes food, lodging, transportation during the hunt, and full game care (field care, trophy prep, quartering, packing, and caping for mounts). Lodging varies by location—hotel, personal wall tent, or cabins.

Archery Seasons: 1st season September 1-14 (hunt dates 1-7 or 8-14); 2nd season September 15-24 (hunt dates 15-21 or 18-24). Days can be added or subtracted for additional fees.

Youth Hunts: New Mexico offers peak season dates for young hunters. Youth can participate in rifle and muzzleloader hunts during the rut in Units 13, 15, 17 (muzzleloader) and 16C, 16E, 23, 24, 34 (rifle).

New Mexico Semi-Guided: A budget-friendly option for DIY hunters seeking better draw odds. New Mexico's outfitter pool allocates 10% of tags for each hunt code. Clients obtaining tags through the 10% guided pool must be contracted through a registered outfitter and accompanied by a guide for at least two days. During these two days, guides show you areas to continue hunting if unsuccessful.

Guided hunts available. They maintain a trophy gallery showcasing successful mule and Coues deer harvests.

New Mexico and Arizona antelope hunts. Custom packages available.

Specialized guided hunts for trophy big horn sheep.

• •Barbary/Aoudad Sheep
• •Oryx
• •Ibex

Guided turkey hunts available in New Mexico and Arizona.

• •What to Expect: Predator hunting is action-packed and suitable for anyone. Hunters can expect to call in a handful of coyotes each day. Fox and bobcats are rarer but possible. Young Gun has called in 15+ coyotes in a single day. Cold weather and snow on the ground are optimal for getting predators on their feet and charging the call.

• •Rates: $800 for 2 days (1x1); $100 per extra hunter. Predator hunts can be booked year-round depending on availability. Limited spots ensure areas don't get over-hunted. Groups of 2-3 hunters are ideal; larger groups may require splitting with an additional guide.

• •Licenses: Only a valid New Mexico or Arizona hunting license is needed for coyotes. New Mexico requires a furbearer license for bobcats (season valid November 1 - March 15).

• •Locations: Hunts take place in the North and Southwestern parts of New Mexico and Northern Arizona, based on scouting, time of year, and your preference.

Note: The team spends most of their time in the hills with limited cell service. Allow time for responses. :::

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