Podcast 56 – Cliff Gray with Flat Tops Wilderness Guides

Today we talk with returning guest, Cliff Gray, owner and lead wrangler of Flat Tops Wilderness Guides. Cliff and his outfit have been guiding elk and mule deer hunters in Colorado’s Flat Tops Wilderness Area for over 30 years so needless to say, he is a book of knowledge when it comes to hunting big game on public land.

During this episode, we dive into the advantages of hunting with an outfitter, setting realistic hunting expectations during a guided hunt, and what services they offer. We then discuss hunting trends and how certain factors such as weather, precipitation, and pressure affect mule deer and elk hunting year to year. Cliff also provides tips and strategies that his most successful clients implement on the mountain to have continued success year after year on highly pressured elk in over the counter units. We also cover the state of hunting in Colorado, the 2020 season date changes for big game, and policy legislation that could enhance the quality of hunting for the future.

For more information on Flat Tops Wilderness Guides, please visit www.ftguides.com.