Elk Creek Outfitting - Elk, Mule Deer, Whitetail, Bear Hunting in Northwest Montana

The weather and walking won't always be tough, but a hunter has to be prepared for the worst conditions. Our hunters are responsible for anything on the lists on this page: we'll provide everything else for a comfortable and enjoyable hunt. Also, be sure to bring a good quality gun/scope or bow that you are familiar with and plenty of ammo. Contact us if you're concerned about appropriate calibers to match your trophy.

General Rifle Elk/Deer/
Sheep/Moose/Goat

400 sq. inch hunter orange
day back/fanny pack
water proof matches
extra batteries & bulb
shirt pocket flashlight (Mag Lite)
compass
2 piece lightweight long underwear
light rain gear
warm hat
1 light wool shirt
1 heavy wool shirt
1 heavy wool jacket
1 heavy wool shirt
1 pair light wool trousers
1 pair heavy wool trousers
warm gloves or mittens
*2 pairs broken-in hunting boots, lug soles or air bobs
small water bottle
sitting pad
emergency whistle

Spring Bear

day back/fanny pack
extra batteries & bulb
shirt pocket flashlight (Mag Lite)
light, but tough rain gear
2 pair light hunting pants
*1-2 pairs broken-in hiking boots, air bob soles
light wool shirt
heavy wool shirt
light warm jacket
gloves
sitting pad
emergency whistle
bear spray
safety harness

Archery Elk/Bear/Deer

day back/fanny pack
water proof matches
extra batteries & bulb
shirt pocket flashlight (Mag Lite)
light, but tough rain gear
2 piece lightweight long underwear
1 light camo trouser & shirt
1 pair heavy wool trousers
1 light wool shirt
1 heavy wool shirt
warm wool jacket
warm gloves
camo hat
*2 pairs broken-in hiking boots, air bob soles
small water bottle
sitting pad
emergency whistle
bear spray
safety harness

Optional

good binoculars
camera

*For ALL Hunts*
Please Bring Quiet Clothing
Preferably, Wool or Fleece

Bed Linens are included
no sleeping bags are required.

*Boot Recommendation
Schnee Boots - Style Hunter II
1-800-922-1562

REMEMBER: Terrain is rough! Get into the best shape possible!

LICENSE

Go online www.fwp.mt.gov then call 866-449-3468 ex-0 or (406)444-2950 ext-0 from 9 to 5 mt time.

They will help you step by step with the lic. Apply for the Big game combination license $959 then below that check box #1that says: I am not applying for an elk permit.This has to be done by March 15. If more then one hunter apply as a party.

Online License Available. Call for details 406-847-5593
Apply for state wide bear tag

Click for Montana Online Licensing Website
Online License Help Call 866-449-3468 Ex: 0

Go online www.fwp.mt.gov then call 866-449-3468 ex-0 from 9 to 5 mt time. They will help you step by step with the license. The elk deer combo state wide tag has to be done by March 15 and bear tags must be done by April 14, or tags can be purchased 5 days before you hunt. If more then one hunter, apply as a party.

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