Are you an avid hunter who keeps getting passed over year after year in the Arizona hunting permit-tag drawing? The solution to that problem may be located right in Woodruff.
According to the Arizona Game and Fish Department, there is a 20 percent allocation on big game permit-tags. This means that 20 percent of authorized hunt permit-tags in each hunt number for deer, antelope, elk, turkey, javelina, and spring bear may be issued. This also applies to big horn sheep and buffalo. Although 20 percent are available, there is a 10 percent cap on nonresident permit-tags. This can make it challenging for local sportsmen who have to compete with nonresidents for a limited number of big game permit-tags.
Located on nearly 600-acres of beautiful high desert territory, Blue Rooster Ranch in Woodruff offers a private hunting experience. The property includes a one and a half mile long canyon with the Little Colorado River winding through.
The planning process for Blue Rooster Ranch was over a year in the making. Jace and Lindsay Baum along with Tom and Angie Caldwell brought this project to fruition after their own frustrations with not getting drawn for big game hunts year after year. It can be disappointing for devoted sportsmen to not have the opportunity to hunt. That is where private hunting ranches like Blue Rooster Ranch fill the gap.
Blue Rooster offers the opportunity to hunt over 15 different species of goat and sheep as well as a variety of feral hogs and bison. The advantage is that because it is private, no state issued permit-tag is needed. This provides both new and experienced hunters a way to create incredible memories while also bringing meat home to their family table.
Blue Rooster also provides overnight stays during your hunting trip if you desire. You may camp out under the star filled Arizona skies on the property in a tent or reserve the beautiful 2,432 square foot, three-bedroom lodge. The lovely hunting themed lodge sleeps up to 10 people and includes amenities such as a fireplace, pool table, and large flat screen television.
Once you have bagged your prize game they can assist with some processing for a fee. They have a 2,000 square foot Quonset hut near the lodge that is outfitted for processing.
Another advantage that they offer is assistance for those with mobility issues or a disability. At no extra charge, the ranch makes its ATV/UTV available. If you want the full experience of hiking all that spectacular high desert terrain, you are free to do that as well. Blue Rooster also offers guide assistance if you struggle in locating the game you desire.
This is not like shooting fish in a barrel. The vast ranges of the property along with canyons and rock ledges provide a challenge. You are not guaranteed to harvest an animal but you will create a memorable experience. Hunting packages start at $500. For more information call Blue Rooster Ranch at (928) 241-3221.
