Beat the Heat Special- AZ Archery Bear

Ira Hook- Outfitter and Master Guide
United States
Response rate: 100%
Response time: within a day

More about us

Our company was established in 2015 and operates in 2 territories.
  • We Proudly Offer all-inclusive fully Guided Bear and Lion Hunts in the state of Nevada and Arizona. There are no hidden fees booking with us and we strive to make every hunt a memorable and safe experience.
  • We have devoted not only our career, but our entire lifestyle to training and raising some of the best hounds in the industry. Choosing a quality master guide and a true houndsman is critical to your successful Mountain lion/Cougar hunt.
  • Nevada’s beautiful mountainous landscape is underestimated until one experiences it for themselves. With more Mountain Ranges than any other state in the lower 48 and over 80% public ground it’s an outdoor enthusiast paradise. We experience snowy conditions in the winter and have the freedom to gain elevation to escape the heat in the summer months. We are Proud to call Nevada HOME!
  • Ira is a true houndsman through and through. His entire life is dedicated to training and caring for his dogs.
  • From as early as ten years old, he knew he wanted to be an outfitter. Ira has over 10-years of experience as a licensed guide, Outfitter and Master Guide for various big game animals in Idaho, Arizona, Wyoming and Nevada.
  • However his true passion has always been mountain lion hunting. He has spent over fifteen years working on his bloodlines to have the fastest, cold-nosed, and well tempered hounds possible. All genetics go back to dry ground dogs from the southwest. For Ira, the drive comes from nurturing a young pup and working with him to come into his own and eventually catching his own lion.

About this hunt

Escape the summer heat and head to the mountains for an unforgettable September Black Bear hunt. All inclusive black bear hunts (with the exception of purchase of tags) September 6th- 20th ONLY (contact Outfitter if dates need slightly adjusted) Over the counter tags Two hunters Seven Day Hunt Archery This camp-based archery hunt offers an authentic backcountry experience with the use of experienced hounds to help locate bears. Giving exciting, close-range shot opportunities. If you've been looking for a true western bear hunt, this is it. Tags can be purchased here: https://license.azgfd.com/Account You will need: Non-resident hunt & fish combo license – $160 Bear hunting license – $165 If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Guided
(Regular trip)
Driven Hunt
Walk up With Dogs
Hunting season: Sep 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Success rate
90%
OTC Tag available

Where you will hunt

Territory

Fence type: Not fenced
Territory size: Statewide
Languages spoken by staff: English
Operating since: 2019 year

Entertainment services

hunting

Where you will stay

Wall Tent Camp

Our Arizona bear hunts come with a comfortable, backcountry wall tent camp setup that keeps you close to the action and deep in prime bear country. Nestled in the remote terrain of Eastern Arizona, the camp offers a true backcountry experience without sacrificing essential comfort. Each hunter sleeps in a heavy-duty canvas wall tent, equipped with cot beds, wood stoves (when needed), and all basic camp gear. Meals are hot, hearty, and cooked fresh at camp -- the kind that sticks with you through a long day in the mountains. Early mornings start with strong coffee, a solid breakfast, and the thrill of heading into bear country with a seasoned guide. This isn't a lodge hunt-- it's the real deal, run from a well-organized camp designed for serious hunters who want to immerse themselves in the hunt.
Bathroom

How to get there

Navigation guidelines

Drive
Transfer from airport: No
Transfer from railway: No

Other information

Gun rental: No
Vaccination required: No

Terms

Price includes

  • Accommodation
  • Transport on territory
  • Guiding by PH
  • Field trophy preparation
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Price does NOT include

  • Transfer from/to airport
  • Hunting license
  • Gun permits
  • Gun rental
  • Ammunition
  • Insurance
  • Snacks
  • Beverages/soft drinks
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Gratuities

Cancellation

  • (Business Name) stands by our return policy in these instances:
  •  In the case of the death of the licensee, any person who has authority to represent the
  • decedent as provided by a court order shall submit a written request for a license refund
  • supported by a copy of the opening of the regular season, or during the regular season,
  • resulting in the licensee not being able to participate in the majority of the regular season.
  •  In the case of the death of the licensee’s spouse, parents, grandparents, lineal descendants,
  • the licensee shall submit a written request for a license refund supported by the respective
  • death certificate. The date of death on such certificate shall have occurred during the
  • regular season, resulting in the licensee not being able to participate I the majority of the
  • regular season.
  •  In the case of incapacitating illness or injury of the licensee supported by a physician’s
  • sworn statement on the Department form that the licensee is incapable of performing tasks
  • necessary to exercise the privileges of the license;
  •  Military personnel who receive permanent chance of station orders, Military personnel
  • who are assigned away from their home duty station on temporary orders, for the majority
  • of the regular season, all of this being supported by a copy of official military orders from
  • the Armed Forces of the United States, and such orders require the affected personnel to
  • move away from their home duty station shall accompany the written request for the
  • license refund;
  •  When the Department determines one-hundred percent (100%) of the hunting opportunity
  • and access to the hunt area has been closed due to administrative actions of the state or
  • federal government in closing of the public access to public lands due to a natural disaster,
  • including but not necessarily limited to, wildland fires, the licensee of a limited quota
  • antelope, full price bighorn sheep, deer, elk, moose, or mountain goat license may request
  • a license fee refund.

Wounding

All attempts will be made to retrieve wounded animals.

Payment

Deposit

$2,000
Deposit deadline: 7 days after booking
Payment options provided by outfitter:
Bank transfer
Check
Credit card
PayPal
Venmo
Online deposit payment via BYH is available.

Final payment

Paid 30 days before hunt
Payment options provided by outfitter:
Cash
Bank transfer
Credit card
PayPal
Venmo, cashiers check

Payment notes

Every hunt that is booked through (Business Name) will require a $1000 non-refundable except in the case of subsequent death or incapacitating illness/injury of client prior to hunt. Remaining balance of hunt must be paid in full 30-days before scheduled hunt date, or Cash/Cashiers Check upon arrival.
US$ 7,500
US$ 9,000
Limited time offer
Instant booking
Online payment

This price includes:

Daily rate for 7 days
2 hunters
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