Garret Simpson shows off his five-point bull.
When Hunts.Net Customer Frank Simpson had two sons draw special tags for Utah's September youth elk season, he called us for advice. Rich LaRocco of Hunts.Net arranged a private-land hunt at a price that Frank could afford for both sons. These pictures show the results. If you have daughters or sons in the 14- to 16-year-old category, be sure to apply in February for this hunt. Prices vary from about $2,500 to $5,000, depending on the ranch. The less expensive hunts take place on private or private-access land where hunters in September would have a good chance of taking a 4x4 to small 6x6 bull. The more expensive hunts typically occur in an area where a selective hunter would have a good chance at a nice 6x6. Call for details.
Brandon Simpson with his first bull elk.
Frank Simpson, second from right, can't help but flash a smile over Brandon's elk.
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Garret's bull from another angle.
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| Hunts |
Price |
| Bull elk, September hunt |
$2,500 to $5,000 |
| Lodging |
Method of hunting
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| Depends on the area hunted, varies from motel to wall tents to trailers to bunkhouse |
Spot and stalk, bugling |
| Licenses |
Area |
| License application deadline is Feb. 26. Only 14- to 16-year-old hunters may apply. Click here for
latest prices. |
Central to northern Utah, either private or private-access land
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| Trophy size |
Transportation |
| Excellent hunt for branched-antler bulls, the cheaper hunts are excellent for 4x4 to 5x5 bulls, and the more expensive hunts offer a good chance at a 6x6 with a possibility of a 300 to 350-class animal. |
Fly to Salt Lake City, rent a car to drive to the ranch, 90 to 180 minutes away |
Another view of Brandon's bull.
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