Rolling Bones Outfitters

Rolling Bones Outfitters specializes in rifle and archery hunts for pronghorn antelope across sprawling South Dakota private land near Buffalo and Hermosa. Every hunt is fully guided on a 1:1 basis with experienced outfitters who know the terrain and the game.

You'll spend significant time behind quality optics glassing vast landscapes to locate trophy bucks. Once you spot your target, the stalk begins. A major portion of the hunt also uses strategically placed ground blinds positioned near water sources—a proven approach that capitalizes on where antelope concentrate.

Average buck classification: 65-75 inches. Most hunters take bucks around 70 inches.

Rifle Hunters: - Need 1-2 draw points for the special antelope rifle license - Should be proficient to 400 yards (outfitter prefers 150-250 yard shots) - Recommended calibers: .270, .30-06, .25-06, 7MM, .300 - Bring 40+ rounds of ammunition - Requires blaze orange safety gear (hat or vest)

Archery Hunters: - Licenses available over-the-counter (OTC) - Must be proficient to 60 yards - Check tension strength regulations on South Dakota Game and Fish website - Bring 2 dozen hunting arrows plus extra broadheads and fletching - Camouflage outerwear required

Light hiking required when stalking spotted bucks. The outfitter supplies all field transportation via vehicle. Most of the archery hunt involves sitting in blinds, so it's accessible for hunters with varying fitness levels.

Final flight destination is Rapid City, South Dakota. You'll rent a car and drive to the ranch near Buffalo or Hermosa depending on where the outfitter determines the best hunting opportunity.

• •Available: August 16, 2025 through April 30, 2026

• •8 spots available for 2025. Licenses and tags are NOT included in the hunt price.

• •Rifle (40 rounds) or bow (24 arrows + extras)
• •Binoculars and rangefinder
• •Hunter orange (rifle hunters)
• •Durable, comfortable hiking boots
• •Cooler for meat transportation
• •Game bags and day pack
• •Warm layered clothing (South Dakota weather is unpredictable)
• •Rain/snow gear, hat with ear flaps, warm gloves

Deposits are non-refundable—your payment reserves your dates. If you're concerned about illness or unexpected cancellation, Rolling Bones recommends trip insurance through specializing providers like globalrescue.com. If you have to cancel and they can book a replacement at regular price, they'll work with you to apply your deposit to another adventure.

• •Note: State and government license fees, application fees, draw results, and tags cannot be refunded or transferred.