Black Diamond Outfitting

Black Diamond Outfitting operates under permit from the Bridger-Teton National Forest in some of Wyoming's most remote country. Their main hunting camp sits at 8,500 feet in the Tosi Creek drainage of the Gros Ventre Wilderness—accessible only by horseback, which means the trophy bulls and bucks stay where they belong: far from roads.

• •Elk Hunting is their bread and butter. They hunt Elk Area 93 (limited quota) and Area 82 (general season) with an 85% success rate on bull elk. Their philosophy: never kill anything smaller than a 5x5, and most bulls taken are 6x6 or better. Combination elk/deer hunts are also available.

• •Mule Deer Hunting operates in Area 162 (limited quota) and Area 155/Region H (general), September 15–October 7 depending on the draw.

• •Moose Hunts access Areas 3 and 5, September 20–October 31.

• •Bighorn Sheep Hunts take place near Green River Lakes in hunt areas 8 and 23. These are serious mountain hunts—5-day backpack operations staged from base camp. Rams typically score 160–175 points with mature broomed sheep and 15" bases. Guided by Greg Petersen, one of the most respected sheep hunters in the region with 25+ years in these exact mountains.

• •Antelope Hunts run September 10–October 31 in designated areas.

• •Elk (Private Guide): $4,500
• •Elk (2 Hunters per Guide): $4,000
• •Elk/Deer Combination: $5,500
• •Mule Deer (5 Days): $3,500
• •Moose (Private Guide, 7 Days): $5,000
• •Antelope (Private Guide, 5 Days): $2,000
• •Bighorn Sheep (Private Guide, 10 Days): $7,500

Rhett Bain brings nearly three decades of Rocky Mountain guiding experience. Owner and operator with 13+ years hunting and guiding in Wyoming. All guides are professionals who know these mountains intimately—no part-timers.

During summer, Black Diamond runs 5- and 7-day wilderness fishing trips in the Bridger Wilderness (1,300+ lakes in the Wind River Mountains) and Gros Ventre Wilderness areas. They're permitted for the entire 100-mile Pinedale Ranger District on Bridger-Teton National Forest.

Summer Pricing: - $275/day per person (standard) - $225/day per person (5+ people, 5+ days) - $175/day per person (children 8–18)

Includes all meals, transportation, permits, and taxes.

• •Upper Green River Full Day Float: $750 for two anglers. Guided drift boat trips targeting large trout in renowned waters.

Custom-priced gear packing services into the Wind River Range. Horses for riders, pack horses for gear only. Gear lease options available if you don't have everything.

Year-round hunting on private land in South Africa. All species available: elephant, rhino, lion, leopard, cheetah, African antelope. Various hunt types—night hunting from Land Cruiser, game drives, traditional spot-and-stalk. All free-range animals. Hunting also available in Botswana and Zimbabwe.

Licensed by Wyoming State Board of Outfitters and Professional Guides (License #BG-350). Insured by Markel Insurance. References available upon request.

Key Legal Points: - Non-residents must use a licensed outfitter to hunt big game in National Forest Wilderness areas (Wyoming State statute) - Wyoming Conservation Stamp required ($10, must be signed and in possession while hunting/fishing) - All license applications and deadlines handled through Wyoming Game & Fish Department

Sample Application Deadlines & Fees: - Non-Resident Elk (General): $493 | Deadline Jan 31 - Non-Resident Elk (Limited Quota): $893 | Deadline Jan 31 - Non-Resident Moose: $1,213 | Deadline Feb 28 - Non-Resident Bighorn Sheep: $1,913 | Deadline Feb 28 - Non-Resident Deer: $273–$473 | Deadline March 15 - Antelope: $227 | Various deadlines

In summer 2004, Black Diamond accommodated a National Geographic 3-day wilderness filming expedition into the Bridger Wilderness. The crew documented the discovery of Rocky Mountain Locusts found in Knife Point Glacier for the Explorer Channel.

"These folks cared so much about making my hunt the best it could be that by the time I shot my elk I didn't celebrate with hunting guides - I celebrated with good friends." — Marc Demers, Winter Park, FL (Boone & Crockett bull scoring 355)

Black Diamond Outfitting LLC 2469 Wind River Trail Cheyenne, WY 82009 📞 808-375-5085 📧 [email protected] 🌐 www.BlackDiamondOutfitting.com

Operating under permit by Bridger-Teton National Forest. Equal opportunity service provider.