...Bighorn Outfitters offers quality deer hunting in Pike and Calhoun counties in West Central Illinois. The deer herd in our area is known for producing many of the nation's largest trophy whitetail.

..We offer quality deer hunting during the archery, shotgun and muzzleloader seasons as well as a bow / gun combo hunt. Shotgun and muzzleloader permits are acquired through a lottery draw from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

...Once you have your archery hunt booked and your hunt date has arrived, you will check in the at the main lodge between 8:00 am and 11:00 am on the day prior to your hunt. This day will consist of a short meeting. This meeting will cover hunting guidelines, introduction of the staff and guides, and review of all permits and licenses.

..Each hunter will be given time to change, unpack or head straight to the hunting area. A Bighorn guide will place you in a scouted hunting area to start your hunt. You will be given an aerial photograph to use to learn your hunting area and to go over with your guide during your hunt.

..Single hunters or group hunters will be given the opportunity to work their area with their guide to get a closer shot if necessary. Bighorn wants you to be able to hunt your deer like you do at home. You will not be restricted to a single spot. However, hunters are required to be able to hang their own hunting stands and equipment. Each hunter will have on the average 60 to 100 acres to hunt depending on the terrain. If everything goes smoothly, most hunters are able to get an evening hunt in on check in day.