How much does it cost to shoot an aoudad?
How much does it cost to shoot an aoudad?
This is a guaranteed shot opportunity hunt.
THE HUNT | WHAT’S INCLUDED | PRICE |
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Ram up to 25-27″ | $3000 | |
Ram up to 28-29″ | $3500 | |
(These prices are for preserve | Ram up to 30-31″ | $4000 |
hunts only and don’t apply to free range hunts) | Ram up to 32-34″ | $4500 to $5000 |
Are there wild aoudad in Texas?
Aoudad, or barbary sheep, are native to North Africa and were brought to Texas and New Mexico after WWII. They thrived in the rugged, West Texas mountains and now biologists estimate that there are more than 25,000 of the animals in the Lone Star state.
Can you hunt Aoudad on public land in Texas?
A very limited amount of public-land, limited-draw hunting is available in Texas for auodad but in New Mexico, over-the-counter tags allow for year-round hunting on public lands. For hunters that might never draw a tag for a native North American sheep, a public lands auodad hunt offers the next best thing.
What is considered a trophy aoudad?
Most hunters and exotic game ranchers consider a trophy size Aoudad to be anything that measures over 26-27″, which makes quite an impressive mount.
Are aoudad free range?
All of our aoudad hunts are completely free-range and fair chase. You’ll be pursuing multiple aoudad herds in their natural habitat on top of some of the most beautiful mountains in Southwest Texas.
How much is an aoudad tag in Texas?
You MUST possess a valid, current hunting license issued by the Texas Parks & Wildlife to hunt aoudad in the state of Texas. For residents, this is a type 101 license and the cost is $25. For non-residents (out of state hunters) the license is a type 157 – 5 day special hunting license and the cost is $48.
Is aoudad good to eat?
Aoudad meat is edible. When prepared properly, it can be tasty even. Even though aoudad are technically a goat/antelope subspecies, everyone in Texas just calls them sheep. Most of the knowledgeable people I’ve talked to about aoudad hunting said that I couldn’t eat the meat.
Can you eat an aoudad?
Are Aoudad good to eat?
What is a Texas Dall sheep?
The Texas Dall Sheep was derived from cross breading Corsican and Mouflon Sheep. This beautiful animal typically has a bright white coat and weighs in at a hefty 140 to 150 pounds. Male Dall Sheep are called Rams and feature rounded horns that make for a very attractive and exotic mount.
What is a free-range aoudad?
Well… technically they are a goat, but you get the point! Also known as aoudad, these animals never quite get the respect they deserve because they are often harvested in high-fence operations in other parts of Texas. Hunting free-range aoudad is a completely different animal.
Where is the best aoudad Hunt in Texas?
Free Range Aoudad hunts in the mountains of West Texas are some of the most fun, and challenging, hunts in Texas and I’ve got over 400,000 acres of some of the best aoudad country West Texas has to offer! With ranches in the Chinati, Davis, Glass and Sierra Vieja Mountains I can hunt one ranch for several days and then move to another ranch.
How much does aoudad hunting cost at Ranger Creek Ranch?
Several aoudad that have been harvested on the ranch have scored in the SCI record book. The Ranger Creek Ranch Aoudad herd is heavily managed and only a select few Aoudad Hunts are offered each year. All inclusive Package includes 4 Nights of Lodging, meals, 3 Full Days of Guided Hunting $2500 per person plus a $2500 kill fee.
Why free-range aoudad sheep hunting?
Come and see why Free-Range Aoudad hunting is a top hit in the sheep hunting world today! This is a real sheep hunt, so your gear list can be very important for your success and comfort. One can expect long range shots ranging from 250-500 yds. Practice shooting before you come!!!