Step 1 - Each applicant needs to print, complete, and sign this agreement. Send all pages along with the required deposit to:
Elite Outfitters P.O. Box 764 Ruidoso, NM 88355
Step 2 - Check all draw elk hunts and preferences below you are interested in considering. You will be contacted to discuss your application options prior to the deadline.
Check All Draw-Elk Hunts You Are Interested In
____ Archery - Sacramento Mtns Elk (6-Day Hunt)
6-Day Archery Draw Elk Hunt - Date Preferences (List 1st & 2nd choices)
____ Sep 5-10, 2012 ____ Sep 17-22, 2012
6-Day Archery Draw Elk - Guiding Preference
____ Guided (1 on 1) $5500
____ Muzzleloader - Sacramento Mtns Elk (5-Day Hunt) October 8-12, 2012
5-Day Muzzleloader Draw Elk Hunt - Guiding Preference
____ Guided (2 on 1) $4500 ____ Guided (1 on 1) $5500
____ Rifle - Sacramento Mtns Elk (5 Day Hunt)
5-Day Rifle Draw Elk Hunt - Date Preferences (List 1st & 2nd choices)
____ Oct 14-18, 2012 ____ Oct 28 - Nov 1, 2012
5-Day Rifle Draw Elk Hunt - Guiding Preference
____ Youth-Only Rifle Elk (5-Day Hunt) Oct 7-11, 2012 - $4900 (1 on 1)
____ Rifle - Youth-Only Ibex (7-Day Hunt) Sep 24-30, 2012 $4900 ____ Rifle - Ibex (7-Day Hunt) Nov 26 - Dec 2, 2012 $4900 ____ Muzzleloader - Ibex (7-Day Hunt) Feb 11-17, 2013 $4900 ____ Archery - Ibex (7-Day Hunt) Jan 1-7, 2013 $4900
The guided, draw hunts include all meals, field accommodations and transportation, packing of gear and trophies, in-field game care and guide fees. All 2 on 1 hunts require booking 2 hunters. The hunter is responsible for transportation to/from the hunt location, hunting license cost and applicable sales tax. All hunt dates and camp locations are tentative and subject to change due to weather or regulatory or schedule changes.
Step 3 - To Apply for a Draw Elk Hunt:
Please enclose a personal check for $500, for each hunter, as a deposit on the hunt. Each hunter must also submit a credit card number with an expiration date of 07/2012 or later. Your credit card will be billed a small application fee at the time the application is made. In early April, your card will be billed for the highest license fee on your application. Should you be unsuccessful in the draw, your license fee will be credited back to your credit card. Upon drawing a license, a 50% deposit on the hunt is due to Elite Outfitters by July 1. The remaining 50% balance is due 30 days prior to the hunt. If you fail to draw a license and you wish to receive a refund on your deposit, notify Elite in writing and Elite will refund your deposit (minus a $100 licensing fee) within 30 days of notification. Upon drawing a license, all deposits are nonrefundable.
Step 4 - Check the applicable Private-Land Hunt or Guaranteed-Tag Hunt you are interested in booking.
____ Archery - Alan Ranch Elk (5 days) Sep 13-17, 2012 - $9,500 (1 on 1) ____ Archery - Alan Ranch Elk (5 days) Sep 18-22, 2012 - $9,500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Alan Ranch Elk (5 days) Oct 1-5, 2012- $10,500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Alan Ranch Elk (5 days) Nov 15-19, 2012 - $10,500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Alan Ranch Elk (5 days) Nov 29 - Dec 3, 2012 - $10,500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Alan Ranch Elk (5 days) Dec 6-10, 2012 - $10,500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Alan Ranch Elk (5 days) Dec 27-31, 2012 - $10,500 (1 on 1)
____ Archery - Hondo Ranch Elk (5 days) Sep 1-5, 2012 - $8900 (1 on 1) ____ Archery - Hondo Ranch Elk (5 days) Sep 13-17, 2012 - $8900 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Hondo Ranch Elk (5 days) Nov 15-19, 2012 - $9500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Hondo Ranch Elk (5 days) Dec 6-10, 2012 - $9500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Hondo Ranch Elk (5 days) Dec 13-17, 2012 - $9500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Hondo Ranch Elk (5 days) Dec 27-31, 2012 - $9500 (1 on 1)
____ Archery - Gordon Ranch Elk (6 days) Sep 17-22, 2012 - $8900 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Gordon Ranch Elk (5 days) Oct 1-5, 2012 - $9500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Gordon Ranch Elk (5 days) Oct 22-26, 2012 - $9500 (1 on 1)
____ Archery - Steven Ranch Elk (6 days) Sep 5-11, 2012 - $8900 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Steven Ranch Elk (5 days) Oct 1-5, 2012 - $9500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - Hondo Ranch Elk (5 days) Nov 15-19, 2012 - $9500 (1 on 1)
____ Archery - Guar. Tag - Sac Mtns Elk (6 days) Sep 5-10, 2012 - $8900 (1 on 1) ____ Archery - Guar. Tag - Sac Mtns Elk (6 days) Sep 17-22, 2012 - $8900 (1 on 1) ____ Mz - Guar. Tag - Sac Mtns Elk (5 days) Oct 8-12, 2012 - $8900 (1 on 1)
____ Archery - Hondo Ranch Mule Deer (5 days) Jan 2-6, 2013 - $3000 (2 on 1)
____ Rifle - TX Axis Deer (4 days) July 7-10, 2012 - $2500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - TX Axis Deer (4 days) July 12-15, 2012 - $2500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - TX Axis Deer (4 days) Aug 1-4, 2012 - $2500 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle - TX Axis Deer (4 days) Aug 7-10, 2012 - $2500 (1 on 1)
____ Rifle - TX Axis & Whitetail Combo (4 days) Dec 17-20, 2012 - $4250
____ Rifle - TX Aoudad Sheep (4 days) Jan 2013 - $4500 (1 on 1)
____ Rifle or Archery - NM Black Bear (5 days) Aug 16-21, 2012 - $3000 (1 on 1) ____ Rifle or Archery - NM Black Bear (5 days) Oct 1-5, 2012 - $3000 (1 on 1)
____ Fixed Date - NM Mountain Lion (5 days) Dec 6-10, 2012 - $4500 (1 on 1) ____ Fixed Date - NM Mountain Lion (5 days) Jan 2-6, 2013 - $4500 (1 on 1) ____ Fixed Date - NM Mountain Lion (5 days) Feb 2-6, 2013- $4500 (1 on 1) ____ On Call - NM Mountain Lion (5 days) Nov, 2011 - Feb, 2013 - $3900 (1 on 1)
____ Shotgun/Archery - Unguided Merriam Turkey (4 days) Apr 15-18, 2013 - $550
For Ranch Elk Hunts Only - Check Non-Hunting Guest Package if Desired ____ Non-Hunting Guest - $750 (Staying/dining at the ranch and attending the hunt)
The guided private-land and guaranteed-tag hunts include landowner permits (private-land elk), all meals, field accommodations and transportation, in-field game care and guide fees. The hunter is responsible for transportation to/from the hunt location, hunting license cost and applicable sales tax. All hunt dates and ranch locations are tentative and subject to change due to weather, regulatory changes or schedule changes.
Step 5 - To Book a Private-Land Hunt or a Guaranteed-Tag Hunt:
Please enclose a 50% deposit. The remaining 50% deposit is due 30 days prior to the hunt. All deposits are nonrefundable.
Step 6 - Check below to book an Elk-Hunting Class or Scouting Service.
_____ Scouting Service - Jun-Aug, 2010 - $500 base fee + $250/actual scouting day
Species ______________________________ State ____________ Unit________________
# Scouting days requested _______. We will contact you to discuss specifics.
Step 7 - To Book a Scouting Service:
Please enclose a 50% deposit. The remaining 50% deposit is due by June 1 of the service year. All deposits are nonrefundable.
Step 8 - Everyone must fill out the information below.
To all persons, be it known, that _______________________________________________________________, GRANTOR/HUNTER, does hereby make and grant a limited power of attorney to Bradley LaBounty of Elite Outfitters and does thereupon constitute and appoint said individuals as my attorney-in-fact. My attorney-in-fact shall have limited powers and authority to undertake such acts as herein described on my behalf that I could do personally, with full power of substitution and revocation. Granted are the powers to apply such special hunt applications and licenses in the state of New Mexico. My attorney-in-fact hereby accepts this appointment subject to it’s terms and agrees to act and perform in said fiduciary capacity consistent with my best interests as he, in his best discretion, deems advisable, and I affirm and ratify all acts so undertaken. This power of attorney shall be revoked by disability of the Grantor, and shall otherwise continue in full force and effect until revoked by subsequent writing.
In consideration for my being permitted to participate in the activities of Elite Outfitters, I agree to the following waiver and release. I acknowledge that hunting and other wilderness activities have inherent risks, hazards and dangers for anyone, that cannot be eliminated, particularly in a wilderness environment, I understand that these risks, hazards and dangers include without limitation: 1) Activities involving mules and horses in rugged country; 2) Encounters with wildlife, animals and insects; 3) Activities involving wilderness travel and camping; 4) Inclement weather conditions; 5) ATV’s and other vehicles; and 6) Activities involving bows/arrows and firearms. I understand the risks, hazards and dangers described above and have had the opportunity to discuss them with Elite Outfitters. I understand that these activities may require good physical conditioning and a moderate degree of outdoor skills and knowledge. I believe I have good physical conditioning and the degree of outdoor skills and knowledge for me to safely engage in these activities. I understand that I have responsibilities. I am voluntarily using the services of Elite Outfitters with full knowledge of the inherent risks, hazards and dangers of the activities described above and have discussed them with Elite Outfitters. I hereby assume and accept any and all risks of injury, paralysis or death. Lastly, I, for myself, my heirs, successors, executors, and subrogees, hereby knowingly and intentionally waive and release, indemnify and hold harmless Elite Outfitters, their directors, officers, agents, employees and volunteers from and against any and all claims, actions causes of action, liabilities, suits expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) which are related to, arise out of, or are in any way connected with my participation in these activities.
Minors: In consideration for the listed minor to being permitted by Elite Outfitters to participate in the wilderness activities which include without limitation, the use of it’s services, animals and equipment, I, as parent, guardian or custodian agree to the following waiver, release and indemnification: The undersigned parent, guardian or custodian of the listed minor, for himself/herself and on behalf of said minor hereby joins in the foregoing Waiver and Release and hereby stipulates and agrees to save and hold harmless, indemnify and forever defend Elite Outfitters, their directors, officers, agents, employees and volunteers from and against any claims actions, demands, expenses or liabilities made or brought by such minor or by anyone on behalf of said minor, as a result of said minor’s participation in the activities of Elite Outfitters.
I have carefully read, clearly understand and voluntarily sign this contract/waiver and release agreement:
Grantor/Hunter Signature________________________________________________________ Date__________
Last Name__________________________________ First Name_________________________________ MI ____
Address______________________________________________________________________________________
City__________________________________________________ State ___________ Zip ___________________
Phone (Cell)___________________________________________________________________________________
Phone (Home)_________________________________________________________________________________
Phone (Work)_________________________________________________________________________________
Email_________________________________________________________________________________________
Height ____________ Weight _____________ Date of Birth _________________________________________
Eye Color ____________________________ Hair Color ______________________________ Sex __________
Last 4 Digits Social Security # ___________________Hunter Ed # (if under 18)__________________________
If you have applied for draw hunts in New Mexico during the last few years and have either a Customer Identification Number (CIN) or a username and password on file with the NM G&F, please list them below so we can apply you for the draw.
CIN Number______________________________________________
Username________________________________________________
Password________________________________________________
IMPORTANT! A Visa or Master Card number is needed only if applying for a draw elk or Ibex hunt. The expiration date of the card must be later than 07/12. Do not use a debit card unless the daily limit is over the amount of the license.
Visa or MC #__________________________________________________________________________________
Expiration Date__________________________ Last 3-Digits of Security Code on Back of Card____________
Name on Card ________________________________________________________________________________
List all members of your hunting group:
__________________________________________________Group Contact
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