Frequently
Asked Questions
General
Q:
What kind of clothing should I pack?
A: Generally, pack for cold, warm, and rainy weather. Clothing that
can be layered is best. We recommend that bird hunters include a pair of
snake proof boots and/or chaps and a hunting vest.
Q:
Are any of these items available at the ranch?
A: Yes. We have eight sets of leggings.
Q:
Do you have guns available for use at the ranch?
A: Yes. We have two 300 Winchester magnums, two Ruger 22 Hornets,
and eight Beretta over/unders (two 12's, four 20's, two 28's).
Q:
Do you have a rifle range?
A: Yes. We also require everyone to recheck zero prior to their
first hunt.
Q:
Which gauges of shotgun shells do you provide for the bird hunters?
A: We carry the following gauges; 12, 16, 20, 28, and 410.
Q:
Do you have high brass shells (mag loads)?
A: Yes, for turkey. These are 12's with #4 and/or #6. The 16's
and 410's are factory field loads. The others are custom loads: 12's
(3, 1, 7-1/2) 20's (2-3/4, 7/8, 7-1/2) 28's
(2-1/4, 3/4, 7-1/2).
Q:
Are the meals you provide low fat/low cholesterol?
A: No. However, if this is a concern, let us know in advance and we
will be happy to accommodate you.
Q:
Is there an evening dress code?
A: No.
Q:
What dates does the hunting season cover?
A: Refer to the FAQ's for that particular species.
Q:
Do I need a hunting license? If so, do you sell them?
A: Yes and no. The easiest way to obtain a license is by contacting Texas
Parks & Wildlife at 800-792-1112.
Q:
Do you give any type of group discount?
A: No.
Q:
What if I have a valid reason and cannot make the hunt?
A: You will need to find a replacement or, if possible, reschedule for the
current season. We will assist by trying to resell the hunt.
However, we do not rollover monies received into the following season.
Q:
Do you allow bow hunting?
A: Yes. However, we only accept a handful of bow hunters each
year. We schedule those hunting deer, turkey, hog, and/or javelina during
the regular bow season. Those that do not want to hunt deer we schedule
during the Spring turkey season. For dates, check the FAQ's for buck
and/or turkey.
Q:
I shot an animal, but was unable to recover it. Do I still pay for it?
A: Yes. Any animal hit is viewed as a kill.
Q:
How do you handle our meat and trophies?
A: Refer to our price list.
Q:
Do you take credit cards?
A: No.
Mariposa
Ranch 906 CR 225 Falfurrias, TX 78355
361-325-5752 fax: 361-325-5827
sullivan@mariposaranch.net
Hunts advertised are fair chase.
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