THE ARIZONA ELK APPLICATION PROCESS:

We will help you with the entire ELK Application process free of charge!
If you are interested in booking a guided hunt with us, give us a call and we will get you started.  We thoroughly understand Arizona's elk application and drawing process.  We will take the time to personally and expertly consult with you.  We will help you formulate an Elk Application strategy based on YOUR expectations and goals. 
Call us today to get started! (800) 383-6223

All of Arizona's elk hunting opportunities are on a draw system. In order to elk hunt with us in Arizona you must draw a tag first. The Arizona hunting regulations become available in late December each year with an application deadline of the 2nd Tuesday in February each year.  

Arizona's draw is unlike any other states.  Contact us and we will guide you through the entire process so that you are assured of making no mistakes on your application. 
If you apply through us, you also guarantee yourself a spot to hunt big bulls with us should you draw!

If you do get lucky and draw a tag, time is of the essence. We book up very quickly so don't delay in calling us and reserving your spot.  The 2012 Elk results should be available during the latter part of March! 
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PREPARING FOR YOUR ELK HUNT
We at Chappell Guide Service want to maximize your Arizona Elk hunting opportunity. Rest assured that we will be prepared for your hunt with us. We ask that you be prepared to the utmost as well.

ARCHERY HUNTERS
We have nothing against recurves or long bows, but we highly encourage our hunters to use a modern compound bow. Shots typically range from 10 to 50 yards. Try to familiarize yourself with what 300", 320", 350", 370", & 400" bulls look like so when we call them up you will have an idea of what you are looking at.

FIREARMS HUNTERS
Elk are extremely tough animals. We recommend that our hunters shoot a Bolt Action rifle equipped with a quality scope. The Winchester "Short Magnums" in .270, 7mm, & .300 are all excellent choices as well as other magnum calibers (270 and larger).  Choose bullets constructed for large, thick-skinned game. On the early bull hunts prepare for 20 to 300 yard shots. Late bull hunts prepare for 100 to 400 yard shots. A quality scope with a ballistic reticle is highly recommended.
Muzzleloader hunters should equip their gun with a quality scope and be prepared and capable to shoot out to 200 yards.  Being prepared for a quick reload is a must.

ALL HUNTERS
Due to an elk's incredible senses we insist that you wear camo clothes that are dead silent. Waterproof clothing is noisy and should only be worn when it's raining. Please choose quiet footwear and bring along a pair of Super Sneakers, Safari stalkers, or something similar.
A great camo pattern that "fits" well in all types of elk habitat is the Cabela's "3D Seclusion Pattern". 

Please be in the best shape of your life upon arriving for your hunt. Nothing will affect the outcome of your hunt more than your conditioning. If you are ready to walk 2 to 4 miles at a steady pace in rolling elk country, you are ready to kill a big bull.