The Arizona Coues Deer Hunt is one of the most overlooked hunts in the west, with opportunities at trophy caliber bucks ranging from 90-105 B&C on average, with some bucks harvested exceeding 110+ B&C. Arizona Rifle Coues Deer Tags are not difficult to draw in AZ. The guided hunts begin the last week of October and run through the end of December. Let us help you obtain a tag through our application assistance program.
Early season archery OTC coues deer hunts run from the end of August to mid-September every year. During this time of year we typically find coues deer bucks grouped together in bachelor groups of 3-5 bucks. Archery hunting methods for coues deer are either spot and stalk or sitting over water sources and salt licks where we have patterned big bucks using our Stealth Trail Cams. While spot and stalk hunting can be a little more exciting, sitting over water is extremely effective in this dry climate for those who are patient enough to sit and wait!
Late season coues deer hunts in mid-December to the end of January take place during peak rut! During this time of year, bucks are no longer hanging out in bachelor groups and are focused on one thing - does. Late season rut hunting often brings more frequent buck sightings and can be a really good time to get a spot-and-stalk coues deer buck, and you can expect to make at least one stalk per day on a trophy-caliber buck. Of course, stationary hunting over water/salt is always an effective hunting method at any time of the year.
Archery shots in out West tend to average around 50 yards. We find that most bow hunters these days are capable of making shots at this distance, and even further, but we highly recommend consistent practice at longer distances before your hunt to make sure you are ready when the moment of truth presents itself! No matter what, the Big Chino Outfitters guiding team will work with you to develop a hunting strategy that makes you most comfortable based on your skill set. We will put you on bucks consistently throughout your hunt!
Bow - 2 dozen arrows - 6 practice arrows - hard case - soft case - bow harness – don’t forget your release!
Weapon - 2-3 Boxes of Ammunition- ML 20 Bullets Sabots - Pellets - Bullet Starter - seating Rod - Rifle Case both Hard and Soft.
Late Season System Recommended Sub-Alpine Camo
