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About Us:

Self-Guided Hunts offers the experienced hunter an opportunity to access private land without the added costs associated with an outfitter or guide service. We operate out of two ranches in eastern and central Montana. The Ingomar Ranch in eastern Montana is home for our antelope and prairie dog hunts, while the Martinsdale Ranch in central Montana is home for our whitetail and elk hunts. We’ve tried to provide as much information as possible about our hunts on our website so be sure to check the various links. We will also be more than happy to do what we can to work with you in planning your hunt and answering any questions you might have. Located in eastern Montana, the Ingomar ranch is host to one of the most impressive Antelope populations in the country. There are several herds that are permanent residents on the 250,000 acre ranch. Although the antelope are free-ranging they are also territorial which keeps them within their home range on the ranch.

What makes us unique:

The size of the ranch also allows us to better manage hunting pressure throughout the season by rotating hunting areas between groups. We will never schedule hunts back to back for any particular area.

About our trips:

Depending on the size of your group you can expect your hunting area to be anywhere from 4,000-12,000 acres. You'll be the only ones assigned to your area so you won't have to worry about competing for game with anyone else.

Our history:

Because of the size of the ranch it also covers a wide variety of terrain from steep cliffs and buttes, to rolling hills and prairie, to winding coulee’s and river bottoms. However no matter where you may be on the ranch you will never be too far from one of the 100+ ponds and reservoirs where you will commonly find antelope watering. Hunting out of a blind on a watering hole is the preferred method used by most hunters. It is recommended that you have a sturdy or reinforced blind to withstand strong winds. Eastern Montana is well known for strong steady winds that frequently gust up to 30-35 mph, and can at times maintain a steady 20-25mph “breeze”. Many hunters also use decoys during rut, which is typically 10-12 days beginning around Sept. 12th.

Trips Offered:

Antelope Hunting