Arcady Ridge Ranch

Said Creek Outfitters, operated by Joe W. Hargrave (Outfitter #BG244), runs guided hunting trips from Arcady Ridge Ranch near Dubois, Wyoming. This isn't a high-volume operation. They take a handful of hunters each season and give each one full attention—no crowded camps, just you, your guide, and some of the best hunting country in Wyoming.

Said Creek Outfitters offers fully guided hunts for:

• •Bull Elk (Rifle) – 7 days, $8,767.60 | Fall hunts in prime migration corridors
• •Bull Elk (Archery) – 7 days, $8,767.60 | Early-season rut hunting with up-close action
• •Cow Elk – 5 days, $3,665.82 | Late-season, high-success hunts
• •Mule Deer – 7 days, $6,728.80 | High-country and foothills spot-and-stalk
• •Bighorn Sheep – 10 days, $13,892.35 | Limited tags, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
• •Bighorn Sheep Scout Hunt – 14 days, $16,000 | 5-day scout + 9-day hunt with spike camp
• •Moose (Shiras) – 10 days, $13,972.57 | Trophy hunts in remote valleys and river bottoms
• •Antelope – 5 days, $3,465.82 | Open country with high success rates
• •Black Bear – 7 days, $5,698.80 | Baited and spot-and-stalk options

Hunts run fall, winter, and spring depending on species and Wyoming Game & Fish regulations. Groups of two or more receive a 10% discount on guided hunts.

All hunts operate in some of Wyoming's most productive territory:

• •Wind River Mountain Range
• •Absaroka Mountain Range
• •Wind River Valley and surrounding area
• •Jackson Hole area (Unit 78 and state/private lands)

Most hunts are horseback-based, but alternative transportation can be arranged if discussed before booking.

• •Hunting licenses and tags – You're responsible; Joe helps navigate Wyoming's preference point system
• •Taxidermy – They'll recommend local professionals
• •Meat processing and shipping – You arrange and pay separately; recommendations provided
• •Gratuity – Not required but customary (10–20% of hunt price for guides)

5:30 AM – Meet at Arcady Ridge Ranch for hot breakfast and hunt planning with your guide

6:00 AM – Saddle up and ride or hike into prime hunting country

All Day – Spot, stalk, and glass for game; eat packed lunch in the field

Evening – Return to the ranch for home-cooked dinner and relaxation

"Joe and Traci were phenomenal guides and hosts. Not only did Joe quickly fill my elk tag, they also invited us over for a fantastic dinner at their house. I would highly recommend them." – Michael S., recent client

• •One-on-one attention. Group size is capped at four hunters maximum with a 1:1 or 1-guide-for-2-hunters ratio. No cattle-drive hunting.

• •Year-round support. Joe tracks your preference points, reminds you of deadlines, and helps with strategy. Many clients return year after year and stay connected to the "Said Creek Outfitters family."

• •Expert local knowledge. Joe knows Wyoming's tag system, the backcountry around Dubois, and where the animals move. At age 80+, one client trusted him enough to book a second hunt and took a large 6x6 both times.

• •Front-country comfort with wilderness hunting. You get the full mountain experience—but return each night to a warm bed and Traci's cooking. Recent clients praised her "gourmet meals" and "chocolate chip muffins for breakfast."

• •Community atmosphere. Hunters sometimes overlap a night or two at the ranch, and sharing stories around the table is often a hunt highlight.

• •How to book: Call (307) 231-2574 or submit a reservation request online at their website. Walk-ins are not accepted.

• •50% deposit due at booking to secure dates
• •Final balance due 45 days before hunt start date
• •If you don't draw a hunting license, full refund within 30 days of the draw

• •Cancellation policy: No refund for early departure. See reservation documents for other terms. Travel insurance options available.

• •Arrival/Departure: Plan to arrive mid-afternoon on day one (includes gun range time). Departure typically before 10 AM on final day.

Joe W. Hargrave (Wyoming Outfitter #BG244) is a working outfitter who runs this as a family operation with his wife Traci McClintic. Traci handles meals and lodge management. Clients consistently describe Joe as patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely skilled at spotting game and reading country. One 80-year-old client noted: "Joe did the hunt our way" despite limited physical ability.

Said Creek Outfitters operates under special use permit with the Shoshone National Forest, Bureau of Land Management, and Wyoming Office of State Lands and Investments.

• •Said Creek Outfitters: (307) 231-2574 | [email protected]
• •Arcady Ridge Ranch: (307) 231-2574 | [email protected]
• •Address: 199 Uphill Road, Dubois, WY 82513