Upfront Outfitters

Upfront Outfitters guides hunters across Western Oregon and Washington for blacktail deer, Roosevelt elk, black bear, and turkey. They're permitted throughout Western Oregon but concentrate on the highest-producing counties in the state—areas known for excellent genetics and mild winters that produce quality trophy bucks.

Blacktail Deer Hunts: - Early season: Tree stands and ground blinds on travel routes and near bedding areas - Rut season: Spot and stalk from vantage points, glassing heavy brush and timber - Still hunting and tracking depending on terrain and conditions

• •Terrain: Expect deep canyons filled with brush and heavy timber. Public land hunts take place in areas with challenging Pacific Northwest geography.

"We guarantee year-round scouting, hard hunting from daylight until dark in productive areas, great guides, and that you'll be around deer every day. We do whatever we can to make success happen—this is fair chase hunting."

Unlike outfitters claiming guaranteed success, Upfront focuses on what they control: game cameras throughout the year, strategically placed blinds and stands, heavy scouting, and daily effort. They take a small number of clients annually to keep success rates high.

• •All meals and lodging
• •Guide service and in-camp transportation
• •Skinning and field preparation
• •Meat and hide processing coordination with local butcher and taxidermist
• •Help preparing animals for airplane transport or donation

30% deposit to book (non-refundable). Balance due 60 days before hunt. Most economical to fly into Portland (PDX), though Eugene (EUG) or Medford (MED) may apply depending on hunting area. One non-hunting companion welcome for $250/day.

Hunts qualify for North America Grand Slam, SCI, Boone and Crockett, and Pope & Young recognition with Columbia Blacktail harvests. Partners with the Grand Slam Club to help hunters achieve their slams.