Hunt difficulty
Careful observation is key. Groups can be difficult to sort through, and different coat colors do not tell you everything about an animal. Cover and the planned approach determine how much walking is involved.
DOUBLE DRAW FIELD GUIDE
Dama dama
A different character in the country.
Fallow deer occur in several coat forms, including spotted, dark, and white variations. Mature bucks are known for broad, flattened sections of antler called palms. Fallow are social deer and feed on grasses as well as other vegetation.
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Species reference photoCareful observation is key. Groups can be difficult to sort through, and different coat colors do not tell you everything about an animal. Cover and the planned approach determine how much walking is involved.
A combination of woodland, grassland, and open feeding areas. Fallow make use of cover while also spending time grazing in openings.
Largely grazers, feeding on grasses along with herbs, shoots, leaves, and seasonal woodland foods.
3.5 / 5
Double Draw Ranch’s taste rating
Lean venison suited to steaks, roasts, and everyday ground-meat dishes. A useful choice for a varied freezer, with tenderness depending on the animal and the cut rather than coat color or antler size.
Hunting difficulty varies with the approach and conditions. Table fare depends on the animal, handling, and preparation.
THE HUNT AT DOUBLE DRAW
First hunt or years of experience, you are welcome here. We host and guide you personally, making time to watch wildlife, learn the land, and talk through harvest decisions together.
Talk through your hunt ↗The $750 base hunt fee per person covers three days of ranch access and hunting for hogs, coyotes, and foxes, which have no trophy fees. For species with a trophy fee, the applicable fee is added when you shoot at the animal—whether you miss, wound, or harvest it. We confirm the applicable fee before the hunt. See rates & how it works ↗
We typically host in December and March, with some flexibility on dates. Species opportunities and the plan for your group are confirmed personally before booking.
Talk with us about terrain, walking, time in the field, and any mobility needs. We will discuss the practical demands of your visit.
Tell us about your hunting experience, comfort walking in rough country, and what you hope to get from the trip. We can discuss how the current opportunity fits your group.
Ask us for the plan for your visit, including clothing, footwear, equipment, camp arrangements, and meat care. Confirm the details with the ranch before traveling.
Send an inquiry with your species of interest, group size, and preferred timing. We will discuss the details directly before any dates are agreed.
LET'S START A CONVERSATION
First hunts, family hunts, and time together. Tell us who is coming, the kids’ ages, and what you hope to experience. We typically host in December and March, with some flexibility on dates.
An inquiry starts a conversation. Dates and hunting opportunities are confirmed directly with the ranch.