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Busting Common Hunting Misconceptions

The very nature of this sport means there are different opinions on whether hunting is good or bad. Bad hunting misconceptions run rampant online. Soap Mesa Outfitters is here to bust a few hunting misconceptions and provide the truth of ...

Benefits of Hunting on Private Land

Off-season is the best time to prepare for your next hunting adventure. But should you go for a public or private land hunt this upcoming fall? To help make your decision, here are a few benefits you can look forward to ...

7 Elk Hunting Mistakes to Avoid

When elk hunting, the only thing for certain is that nothing is for certain, so mistakes will happen. Elk are majestic creatures with an uncanny ability to give hunters the slip over and over again. The key is preparing so ...

The Importance of Staying Fit as a Hunter

Hunting fitness is crucial for being prepared for big game season, though it might be low on lots of people’s radar. Even with the latest gear and gadgets, if you’re not fit for hunting, you’ll have bought that stuff for ...

Choosing the Best Hunting Backpack

Before you can go on a guided hunt, you need to go on a gear hunt, and one of the top things on your list should be a backpack. We can’t tell you what to buy because it’s not about ...

Guided Hunting Trips: Perfect Father-Son Bonding

Having a father-son bond is incredibly special. However, sometimes that bond isn’t as strong as you’d like it to be. With COVID, doing regular bonding activities like going to a sporting event or going to your favorite restaurant together have ...

First Field Dressing Gear

It's a common phrase to hear, "That real work begins after nailing your shot." Once you bag your buck, now you have the hard work in field dressing and packing out your game. What are some of the must-have gear ...

Critical Hunting Gear for Elk Hunts

At Soap Mesa Outfitters, we know that having quality gear can make all the difference in a hunt. Keep reading to discover the critical hunting gear you need for this season's elk hunts. Tripods This piece of gear can sometimes ...

How to Prepare for Bowhunting Large Game

Soap Mesa Outfitters provides the highest quality archery hunting, or bowhunting, for both elk and mule deer. Big game season for archery begins in September. Therefore, there's no time like the present to begin exploring which bows and accessories you'll ...

Muzzleloader Hunting: A Blast from the Past

Muzzleloader guns are like the American muscle car: Everyone wants one, whether it be the timeless classic or the newer, more improved version. Moreover, they are big, loud, and they produce a heck of a lot of smoke! Not to ...

Colorado’s 2020-2024 New Hunting Season Dates

Now is the time to be scheduling your unforgettable 2020 hunting trip with Soap Mesa Outfitters. Here are a list of changes to Colorado's 2020-2024 new hunting season dates, as well as some new regulations. Even the deer don't ...

5 Delicious Ways to Prepare Elk Steak

One of the rewards of hunting is fresh meat! Wild game and venison is a little different to cook than most things you may be used to. We go over 5 different methods of cooking elk steaks as well ...

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