HOW MUCH SHOULD I TIP MY GUIDE?: Because many hunters ask me what they should tip our guides I can tell you that the average is around 20% of the cost of the hunt for deer hunts and often more for turkey hunts where the level of personal service is greater based on the type of hunt. Our guides work hard for you when you are here and before you arrive. The guides scout for prime locations, set up our many tree stands, help get you to and from your designated spot each day etc. and we hope you show your appreciation of their efforts.
ARE DOE TAGS AVAILABLE IN UNIT 4F?: Unit 4F DMP tags are usually received by hunters who apply for their DMP before
October 1.
Be sure check the New York State hunting web site for complete information and for your convenience, a link to
the ENCON hunting web site is provided on our home page.
DO YOU HELP WITH GAME RETRIEVAL?: Yes.
If you shoot a deer we ask that you call us on your mobile phone. If you need help we will come help drag or take the ATV. Either way, we'll get your deer out
of the woods for you.
WHAT OTHER COSTS DO I NEED TO PLAN FOR?:
Licenses, tips for the guide, meals etc.
IS THE HUNTING STILL GOOD AFTER OPENING WEEKEND?:
Yes it is. Lots of hunters want to be in the woods for opening morning, whether that be for turkeys or deer. But, we have a high game population here and later hunts are often very successful. In fact, many guys like coming later as the woods are quiet,
we are not as busy, and they just seem to enjoy their time more.
DO I NEED TO BRING MY OWN TREE STAND?
We do have many stands set in areas that are productive each year. However, we certainly encourage you to bring your own equipment, especially
if you are most comfortable with your own stands. ** Please be sure to bring a safety harness with you.** We do ask that you not cut any trees or limbs etc. as we are hunting on private leased land.
CAN I GET REFERENCES FROM GUYS WHO HAVE HUNTED WITH YOU?
To maintain privacy we do not post names and phone numbers on our web site, but we will be glad to give you
numbers to call. We have many return hunters each year so you'll be able to get a good idea of what to expect should you
decide to hunt with us.