DIY Elk Hunt Archery Week 2 Gardner, Colorado
Gardner, CO
Your Experience
Lodging for DIY Elk Hunt Located in Gardner, Colorado - Unit 85
WEEK 2 ARCHERY - September 10th - 15th (2023) - 6 Hunting Days
2023 - Booked
2024 - Available
2025 - Available
This lodging is located on 175 private acres adjacent to 5,596 acres of BLM land. Located at the base of Sheep mountain in hunting unit GMU 85. This property provides a privately owned connection between two large sections of BLM Land.
Elk Lodge Includes:
2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bath
Sleeper Sofa
Sleeps 8
Incredible Views
Varied Terrain
OTC Tags are available for this unit - You purchase before arrival.
175 Private Acres
Bear Hunting Available for Additional Fee
GMU 85 offers over-the-counter archery and rifle elk stages, making this Lodge a hunter’s paradise. Along with easy-to-draw tags for other species, you can plan your stay with us and be on the mountain year after year.
A minimum of 2 hunters are required to book. Non Hunting guests can be added for an additional fee. Maximum of eight guests including hunters and non-hunters.
Required additional fees include:
Water Haul Fee
Cleaning Fee
What's Included
Comfortable Off-The-Grid Cabin that Sleeps 8
175 Private Acres of Varied Hunting Terrain
OTC Elk Tags Available!
Incredible Views
2 Bedrooms
Sleeper Sofa
1.5 Baths
Situated Next to BLM Land
Hunt Bears for an Additional Fee
Your Host
Owner of Double D Outdoor Travel
Member since March 2022
Owner of Double D Outdoor Travel
Gardner, CO
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Rules & Guidelines
Elk Tag Draw: Draw Period Closes April 4, 2023 8:00 p.m. MT (2023)
Weeks 1-4 Archery - Bull Elk Tags - OTC (Over the Counter)
Week 1 Rifle -Bull Elk Tag - Must Draw, Takes 1 Point
Week 2 Rifle - OTC Bull Elk Tags
Week 3 Rifle - OTC Bull Elk Tags
Week 4 Rifle - Bull Elk Tag - Must Draw, Takes 0 Points!
All hunters must possess a hunting license in Colorado. Hunters under the age of 18 may purchase a youth license. Additional licenses, stamps, or permits may be required.
Hunters between the ages of 12-18 may purchase a youth big game license.
Colorado does not offer a hunting license specifically for senior citizens.
https://cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/RegulationsBrochures.aspx
Rules of the Camp -
NO SMOKING (including vaping) on the property. Not just the cabin, but the entire property.
We reserve the right to end client’s hunt once blood is drawn or an animal is wounded. Client must do everything in their power to recover wounded game.
To reduce hunting pressure / scent in the ara before you arrive there is no hunting, exploring, or scouting allowed on the day you arrive or depart from the camp
Client will share any pictures of animals harvested with us
ATVs and vehicles must remain on the road between the gate and cabin at all times. They can be taken off-road to assist in the recovery of a downed animal, No exploring, 4-wheeling, or scouting is allowed for ATVs or vehicles anywhere on the property in order to not spook game for other groups. This requirement will be strictly enforced.
Over-The-Counter bear tags are not available in unit 85. However, you can purchase a tag for bear and hunt on the 175 acres of private land owned by the the lodge. This property has a healthy population of large bears so we watch the population closely and depending on the numbers of bears harvested and/or sighted in a given year may impact the availability of this opportunity. Be sure to communicate with us prior to buying a bear tag to ensure this opportunity is available prior to your hunt.
No Pets Allowed on property
No open fires or campfires are allowed on the property
Hunting Rules-
All hunting shall be in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations
All rifle and muzzleloader hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of fluorescent orange on an outer garment above the waist, plus a fluorescent orange hat, while hunting in the State of Colorado. Camouflage fluorescent orange is not legal
Consumption of alcohol, marijuana, or illegal drugs before or during hunt is not permitted.
Weapons must be unloaded while in vehicles and while in camp
All hunting activities must be approved by the lodge
Hunting licenses and hunter safety cards must be on the client’s person at all times while on property.
Always hunt in a safe, lawful, courteous, and ethical manner.
Take ethical shots within a reasonable range.
Leave all gates as they were found.
Rude, disrespectful, or argumentative behavior will result in immediate dismissal.
Non-refundable Deposit -
Please note that there is a 50% non-refundable deposit included with your booking fee. The remaining 50% due is ALSO a non-refundable payment in accordance with the host's cancellation policy.
Dorado Elk Lodge Refund Policy -
In case of cancellation, Dorado Elk Lodge will make all reasonable efforts to apply those funds toward an available open date for a future hunt. Dorado Elk Lodge will look at each cancellation request on a case-by-case basis.
If you are booking the 1st Week or 4th Week of Rifle season, please be aware that drawing tags through the big game lottery is NOT guaranteed. Dorado Elk Lodge requests that you do your research, contact the booking agent, and understand the Colorado points system requirements BEFORE you book your hunt.
Check In:
09:00 PM
Check Out:
03:00 PM
Elk Tag Draw: Draw Period Closes April 4, 2023 8:00 p.m. MT (2023)
Weeks 1-4 Archery - Bull Elk Tags - OTC (Over the Counter)
Week 1 Rifle -Bull Elk Tag - Must Draw, Takes 1 Point
Week 2 Rifle - OTC Bull Elk Tags
Week 3 Rifle - OTC Bull Elk Tags
Week 4 Rifle - Bull Elk Tag - Must Draw, Takes 0 Points!
All hunters must possess a hunting license in Colorado. Hunters under the age of 18 may purchase a youth license. Additional licenses, stamps, or permits may be required.
Hunters between the ages of 12-18 may purchase a youth big game license.
Colorado does not offer a hunting license specifically for senior citizens.
https://cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/RegulationsBrochures.aspx
Rules of the Camp -
NO SMOKING (including vaping) on the property. Not just the cabin, but the entire property.
We reserve the right to end client’s hunt once blood is drawn or an animal is wounded. Client must do everything in their power to recover wounded game.
To reduce hunting pressure / scent in the ara before you arrive there is no hunting, exploring, or scouting allowed on the day you arrive or depart from the camp
Client will share any pictures of animals harvested with us
ATVs and vehicles must remain on the road between the gate and cabin at all times. They can be taken off-road to assist in the recovery of a downed animal, No exploring, 4-wheeling, or scouting is allowed for ATVs or vehicles anywhere on the property in order to not spook game for other groups. This requirement will be strictly enforced.
Over-The-Counter bear tags are not available in unit 85. However, you can purchase a tag for bear and hunt on the 175 acres of private land owned by the the lodge. This property has a healthy population of large bears so we watch the population closely and depending on the numbers of bears harvested and/or sighted in a given year may impact the availability of this opportunity. Be sure to communicate with us prior to buying a bear tag to ensure this opportunity is available prior to your hunt.
No Pets Allowed on property
No open fires or campfires are allowed on the property
Hunting Rules-
All hunting shall be in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations
All rifle and muzzleloader hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of fluorescent orange on an outer garment above the waist, plus a fluorescent orange hat, while hunting in the State of Colorado. Camouflage fluorescent orange is not legal
Consumption of alcohol, marijuana, or illegal drugs before or during hunt is not permitted.
Weapons must be unloaded while in vehicles and while in camp
All hunting activities must be approved by the lodge
Hunting licenses and hunter safety cards must be on the client’s person at all times while on property.
Always hunt in a safe, lawful, courteous, and ethical manner.
Take ethical shots within a reasonable range.
Leave all gates as they were found.
Rude, disrespectful, or argumentative behavior will result in immediate dismissal.
Non-refundable Deposit -
Please note that there is a 50% non-refundable deposit included with your booking fee. The remaining 50% due is ALSO a non-refundable payment in accordance with the host's cancellation policy.
Dorado Elk Lodge Refund Policy -
In case of cancellation, Dorado Elk Lodge will make all reasonable efforts to apply those funds toward an available open date for a future hunt. Dorado Elk Lodge will look at each cancellation request on a case-by-case basis.
If you are booking the 1st Week or 4th Week of Rifle season, please be aware that drawing tags through the big game lottery is NOT guaranteed. Dorado Elk Lodge requests that you do your research, contact the booking agent, and understand the Colorado points system requirements BEFORE you book your hunt.
Check In:
09:00 PM
Check Out:
03:00 PM
Additional Costs
Water Haul
$116.00
Each
Cleaning Fee
$288.75
Each
Non Hunting Guests
$406.00
Each
Bear Hunting Fee
$116.00
Each
Non-refundable Deposit
Please note that there is a 50% non-refundable deposit included with your booking fee. In case of cancellation, and in accordance with the Host's cancellation policy, the remaining 50% may be returned to you or applied towards rescheduling a future trip.
What to Bring
- Weather Appropriate Hunting Attire
- Valid Hunting License & Tags
- Personal Hunting Equipment
- Food & Drinks for Duration of your Stay
- Personal Overnight gear
- Travel Arrangements to & around hunting area
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