General Info

New Mexico Non-resident License Fees

License fees do not include a mandatory $1 vendor fee, $4 habitat management and access validation fee, $5 habitat stamp or $15 administrative charge for landowner permits.

  • Elk: $555 Standard / $780 Quality or Quality/High Demand
  • Deer: $290 Standard / $375 Quality or Quality/High Demand
  • Pronghorn: $290
  • Cougar: $290 (Over the counter)
  • Bear: $260 (Over the counter)
  • Turkey: $100 (2 tags / Over the counter)
  • Oryx: $1,630
  • Ibex: $1,630
  • Sheep: $3,180

Two types of elk hunts we offer

Public land hunts with landowner permit:
This hunt is more expensive since a landowner permit has to be purchased. Landowner permits run anywhere from $1,500 to $6,000 depending on the unit and trophy quality.

(Fully guided for 5 full days of hunting at $3,800 plus landowner permit plus state fees).

Public land draw hunts:
These hunts are a great value. They’re the same exact hunt minus the landowner permit.

(Fully guided at $3,800 for 5 full days of hunting, plus state fees).

Youth Hunters

Our youth hunters have several exceptional opportunities to hunt big game in New Mexico.To be eligible for these hunts, each applicant must be younger than 18 years of age on the beginning date of the hunt.Youth hunters must be certified and provide proof of successfully passing a hunter education course.Youth hunters must carry their hunter's safety certificate with them at all times during the hunt.Youth hunters that hunt with H & A Outfitters, Inc. will receive a substantial discount on their hunt.Their parent or guardian will not be charged the usual non-hunter fee.

Mobility Impaired Hunts

New Mexico offers several big game hunts for mobility impaired hunters.Before a hunter can apply for these hunts, they must be issued a four-year Mobility Impaired Card.Forms and more information can be obtained from New Mexico Game and Fish Department.The mobility impaired hunter's guest will not be charged the non-hunter fee.

Non-Hunters

Non-hunters are welcome at our camps and depending on the circumstances, they may or may not be allowed to participate in the hunt itself. This should be discussed prior to their arrival. There is a $100 per day non-hunter fee for the entire hunt. Non-negotiable.

Airport Pickup

H & A Outfitters does offer airport pickup service for a fee of $250 per person round trip.This service is only available to hunters that are arriving the day before the scheduled hunt date and must be arriving before 12 noon and must be departing the day after the scheduled hunt date after 12 noon.If hunters don't meet this criteria, they will be responsible for their own transportation to and from camp.They will be provided with directions to camp or a meeting place.

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Camps

Our camps consist of either wall tents, ranch bunk houses, cabins or motels, depending on your hunt. Tent camps are part of a true western hunting experience.Each sleep tent will be equipped with propane heaters, lanterns, and comfortable cots.Hot showers will be available at our tent camps.A separate cook tent will be set up where meals will be prepared and eaten.On our fully booked camps with 4 to 8 hunters, there will be a full time cook.For camps with 3 or less hunters, the guides will prepare meals.Either way, there's always plenty to eat! Alcoholic beverages will not be provided by H & A Outfitters but are not prohibited.You're welcome to bring your own and drink in moderation at the end of each day.

Gratuity

Our guides and cooks work very hard to make your hunt as enjoyable and successful as possible.Although gratuity is not mandatory, it's very much appreciated.

Suggested Gear List

  • Knife and sharpener
  • Weapon and ammo
  • Sleeping bag rated at 10 degrees or less
  • Light rain gear
  • Light waterproof boots
  • 2 pairs of socks per hunting day
  • Day pack
  • Compass or GPS
  • Small first aid kit with aspirins
  • Flashlight and batteries
  • Camera and film/camera card
  • Rangefinder
  • Binoculars
  • Camo clothing and cap
  • Light and heavy jackets
  • Long underwear (winter hunts only)
  • Waterproof boots 400 grams (winter hunts only)
  • Waterproof gloves (winter hunts only)
  • Personal wash towels or wet ones
  • Sunscreen
  • Cover up scent
  • Windicator
  • Lighter and/or matches

Broadheads/Arrows

H&A Outfitters, Inc. strongly encourage the use of fixed blade, cut on contact broadheads rather than expandable or chisel tip style broadheads. It was always left at the hunter's choice and it still is if you insist. Therefore, we are forced to put in place a new wound policy. Due to wounding way too many bull elk during the past three archery seasons, if a hunter wounds an animal using expandable or chisel tip broadheads, unfortunately that could be the end of your hunt and you and your guide will spend the majority of your hunt looking for your wounded trophy.

I understand the importance of being as accurate with your weapon as possible, but keep in mind the kill zone on an elk is approximately 14" high and 10" wide. I think we can tune our bows to be accurate in a 6" radius using the appropriate tip and arrow for the size of the animal. A heavier arrow always seems to pass through with ease compared to a light arrow with a light tip. 85% of our shots are under 35 yards and the other 15% are under 45 yards. We owe it to the wildlife to be as efficient as possible.

Suggested Loads:

  • Archery: 125 grain minimum
  • Muzzleloader: 50 caliber minimum
  • Elk Rifle: 140 grain minimum
  • Deer Rifle: 140 grain minimum
  • Antelope Rifle: 140 grain minimum

New Mexico Average Temperatures:

  • September Hunts: Highs 70-95 / Lows 35-40
  • October Hunts: Highs 55-75 / Lows 20's
  • November Hunts: Highs 45-65 / Lows 10-20
  • December Hunts: Highs 25-50 / Lows 10 to below zero
  • January Hunts: Highs 25-50 / Lows 10 to below zero

Get More Info or Book Your Hunt by Calling (505) 474-6959