California Blacktail Deer Hunting – Private Ranch in Wine Country

California Blacktail Deer hunting in world famous Napa and Sonoma County wine country.

Vineyards are visible or located on the ranches. Most ranches consist of moderately sloped hills with rolling oaks and open meadows. Quality Deer Management is practiced by this Outfitter. Get more information

On behalf of both of us thanks for a great outing, for hospitality, a terrific shoot, and most of all for being a kick ass guide to spend a few days with. It was a fun hunt for sure.” ~Richard Park

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Hunting Season
The California A-Zone Deer Season opens in July for archery hunts and rifle opener is in August running through the end of September. This is the earliest blacktail deer season opener in the state of California.

The B-Zone Deer Season archery opener is in mid-August and rifle opener is in mid-September running through October. There are special draw tags available and over the counter archery only tags that can provide extended season opportunities. There are many seasons throughout the state, please contact us and we can tailor a hunt to your needs.

Hunting Method
The State of California does not allow baiting, so the spot and stalk method is used. California blacktail deer hunting is typically in hot weather with temperatures between 80 and 100+ degree days. California has many different zones and seasons and a blacktail deer hunt may be tailored to a hunters needs. This Outfitter understands that each hunter has different needs and expectations and would like to accommodate you individually. We suggest contacting one of our consultants to plan your California Blacktail Deer Hunting experience.

-Spot and Stalk in rolling oaks and open meadows.
-Archery only areas are available for bowhunters.

Success Rates and Trophy Quality
-95% – 100% opportunity rate
-Blacktail deer average 18″ and 24″ wide. Bucks up to 27″ are occasionally harvested

The Ranch
California blacktail deer hunting in northern California’s world famous wine country. This Outfitter offers approximately 7,500 acres of private land hunting in the California A and B zones. They take pride in their QDM programs and trophy class deer are frequently harvested. All hunts are 100% fair chase and with high success rates, however as in all hunting there is no guaranty of harvest.

Travel
The nearest airports are San Francisco and Santa Rosa and transportation from the outfitter can be arranged.

Additional Activities
Additional activities can include California hog hunting as well as a variety of fishing options. Napa Valley/Sonoma County wine tasting tours, and private vineyard/winery tours. Additional charges for these services may apply. Please contact us and we can tailor a wine country experience that is very unique and matched by no other California Outfitter.

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