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Extreme Bear Hunts: Challenging the “Beast” Within

Are you looking for a bear hunt that will push your potential for physical endurance, challenging the “beast” within, and increasing the odds for a big trophy bear. Hunting spring bear in the Salmon River Canyons is a good match for the guy who is fit and can climb a rocky, snag riddled side

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Extreme Wolf Cougar Combo Hunt (and Fishing Too!)

A friend and I booked an “extreme” Cougar/Wolf hunt with Buck and Joni Dewey at Mackay Bar Ranch for the Spring (March) of 2015. This was not done lightly as I had “interviewed” the Dewey’s and Mackay Bar with two shorter visits prior to the Cougar/Wolf hunt. My friend and

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Idaho Cougar: A Most Extreme Rugged Predator Hunt

A Most Extreme Rugged Predator Hunt This blog article was originally posted at MackayBarRanch.com in March 2014.   We’re republishing for those planners who want to hunt BIG CATS in the Frank Church “River of No Return” Wilderness with lodging, jet boat transport and outfitting services provided by Buck Dewey,

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Extreme Bear Hunting in Idaho’s Salmon River Backcountry

If you’re seeking a guided bear hunt in Idaho’s Salmon River backcountry, Mackay Bar Outfitters can push your potential for physical endurance, challenging the “beast” within, and increasing the odds for a big trophy bear,  Mackay Bar Outfitters may offer just the challenge you’re seeking.We offer EXTREME BEAR HUNTING adventures during the spring season, running annually April 15th through June 30th. Among

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Awesome 2013 Trophy Elk Hunt!

What a hunt! All of my experiences with MBO [Mackay Bar Outfitters] have been great. My October 2013 elk hunt was my first big game hunt with MBO. Buck and Joni Dewey (the owners of MBO) provide a first class wilderness experience. So far with MBO, I have fished for

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