Business Details
Premier Hunting Outfitters in Arizona & Mexico
At Wards Outfitters, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering unparalleled hunting experiences across Arizona and Mexico for over two decades. Our team of professional guides brings decades of combined expertise in archery and rifle hunting, ensuring clients access to prime private lands spanning 550,000 acres. With a proven track record of 95% harvest rates and world-record trophies, we prioritize personalized service, combining adventure with education to help hunters achieve their goals. Our family-owned operation emphasizes meticulous scouting, ethical practices, and exceptional accommodations, fostering lasting relationships with clients who return year after year.From Coues deer to Gould's turkey, we tailor each hunt to individual preferences, leveraging intimate knowledge of terrain and animal behavior. Our commitment to excellence extends to safety, client satisfaction, and preserving the integrity of the sport, making us a trusted leader in the hunting community. Join us to experience why hunters consistently rank Wards Outfitters as their top choice for trophy pursuits.
Services
Coues Deer Hunting
Mule Deer Hunting
Trophy Elk Hunting
Javelina Hunting
Gould's Turkey Hunts
Archery Guided Trips
Rifle Hunting Expeditions
Private Land Access
Bowhunter Accommodations
Spot-and-Stalk Guiding
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of expertise in archery and rifle hunting.
- Our 95% harvest rate spans two decades of consistent success.
- Professional guides specialize in Arizona and Mexico's unique terrain.
- Access 550,000 acres of private land for exclusive hunting opportunities.
- World-record trophies taken by clients validate our proven methods.
What people say
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Services
Coues Deer Hunting
Our Coues deer hunts target elusive desert whitetails in Arizona's rugged terrain. With expert guides who intimately know migration patterns and bedding areas, we utilize spot-and-stalk techniques and tree stands. Clients consistently harvest trophy bucks exceeding 90 inches, benefiting from decades of localized scouting and ethical hunting practices.
Trophy Elk Hunting
Pursue record-class elk across Arizona's expansive forests. Our guides leverage 20+ years of experience to locate herds using vocalizations and terrain knowledge. Seven-day packages include backcountry access, with clients averaging six trophy sightings per hunt and harvesting P&Y-caliber bulls in prime condition.
Gould's Turkey Hunts
Specialized spring turkey hunts focus on Arizona's Gould's subspecies. We employ decoys, calls, and blind setups in areas with proven high tom concentrations. Hunters benefit from early-season access to private lands, with guides skilled in approaching wary birds in challenging desert terrain.
Javelina Hunting
Target collared peccary in Arizona's Sonoran Desert. Our hunts use spot-and-stalk methods during cool mornings when javelina are most active. Clients receive expert tracking instruction, with opportunities to harvest trophy boars in areas supporting dense populations across 550,000 acres of private land.
Archery Guided Trips
Dedicated archery packages cater to bowhunters seeking immersive experiences. Guides specialize in close-range setups using ground blinds and treestands. Equipment tuning assistance and shot-placement coaching ensure ethical harvests, with accommodations featuring secure bow storage and practice ranges.
People
Steven Ward
Owner/Guide
Third-generation outdoorsman with 25+ years guiding experience. Specializes in Coues deer and elk hunts, known for locating trophy animals through meticulous scouting. Combines family legacy with modern techniques to deliver consistent client success.
Rodney Ward
Lead Guide
Experienced tracker and spotter with expertise in Arizona's desert ecosystems. Assists hunters in identifying mature bucks and positioning for ethical shots. Maintains intimate knowledge of water sources and feeding patterns critical to successful hunts.
Questions
What species do you offer guided hunts for?
We specialize in Coues deer, mule deer, trophy elk, javelina, and Gould's turkey hunts across Arizona and Mexico.
What is your success rate for trophy animals?
Clients maintain a 95% harvest rate for trophy-class animals, with multiple world records taken since 2009.
Do you accommodate bowhunters specifically?
Yes, we provide specialized archery setups with treestands, ground blinds, and close-range stalking opportunities tailored to bowhunting ethics.
What areas do you hunt in Arizona?
Our private land access spans 550,000 acres across prime Coues deer and elk habitats in southern Arizona's mountain ranges.
Are non-hunters welcome on trips?
Absolutely. Our lodgings accommodate non-hunting companions with wildlife viewing opportunities and comfortable amenities.