I had an amazing first hunt with my buddy, and Clay had us on the boars in a short while. after…read moredriving us over and through the golden Central coast hills in his awesome 4x4 side by side!! I took my first shot ever through a small break of brush up hill at 245 yards when a herd of running boar were passing on the trail and dropped it in the spot. We raced up and found my quarry and I quickly dispatched him. Clay took care of the meat in his refrigerator and had it ready for me to deliver to my butcher the next morning!!! Clay showed us great spot to set camp under a line of White oaks and had time to set up in my trailer and being able to shoot at range and do a final sight in from camp is fantastic! can't wait to go again and maybe get the turkey hog combo. I highly recomend Clay's guide service.

From the owner: Guided wild pig hunting on the Central Coast that guarantees a shooting opportunity and plenty of…read morememories to share with your friends and family. It's not just hunting... it's heritage.

OUTSTANDING!!! Tony and Ross of All Season Outfitters will do everything in their power to insure…read moreyou have a fun, successful, and safe hunting trip. I shot my first wild boar (and a trophy for that matter) because of Tony and Ross' tenacity and passion for hunting. It's very clear they love to hunt, and they will absolutely work/hustle to make sure you get chances to shoot. I took down a 220lbs boar from 60yds. We saw boars on every outing. Just some background - I've fished my entire life, love the outdoors, but have never hunted. This couldn't have been a better introduction. If you are at all hesitant, don't be, because you would be missing out on a truly memorable experience. We stayed at the Priest Valley outpost. The accommodations are great and far from roughing it. Nice kitchen and large dining room table to enjoy a couple beers and some meat off the grill after your hunt with friends. There is also a pool table, sizeable flat screen TV, and sofa sectional. Bunk beds are very comfortable. Tony and Ross do a great job of getting you comfortable with the rifles, again safety first. After the detailed tutorial on the rifles, some target practice, and a briefing on how the hunt would go down, we were off on the truck. Not to get all soft on you - but the ranch(es) you prod for game are really pretty. You are spending a lot of time cruising around in the sun and fresh air, couldn't be better. Will spot all sorts of wild life - we saw elk, deer, wild turkey, and quail, to name a few. The cherry on top was the trophy boar I bagged on day 2. Again my hat's off to Tony and Ross - I look forward to many more trips.

I have hunted and fished in numerous states with many different outfitters and I can honestly say…read morethat Tony and Ross provide an experience you will not regret. Both Tony and Ross gave or group opportunities to shoot pigs. They worked hard and moved us from ranches that were not showing signs of pigs to give our group an opportunity to get a shot at a couple groups of pigs.

a very rewarding weekend . This was a father son trip and our second attempt at boar hunting. We…read moregot skunked at another outfitter and decided to give bitter water a try based on the ratings. Upon arrival we sighted in our rifles and hit the ground running. Knowing it was my son's first attempt the guides made sure he got first crack at the wild pigs. The staff to the guides , the butcher everyone was friendly supportive and helpful. Everyone went out of their way to help you succeed . Very confidence building. Yes the days were long but well worth it. This place is top notch . Everyone in our group got a pig . The effort and the professionalism and experience really shows. You have multiple opportunities to hunt as much or as little as you desire. The staff are experts and it shows. I would highly recommend this place and for us staying on the premises made a huge difference not having to commute to and from the facility. Give this place a try they are worth it. Plan on returning for sure .

What an amazing place! Now that I am moving, I wish I had found Bitterwater Outfitters earlier as I…read moreusually do my hunting in West Virginia and Texas. They are a 5 star operation from hunt, guide, to gutting and cleaning of animals and to skull cleaning! I only wish they did their own Taxidermy work. Tara who arranged my trip has always been kind, courteous and obliging. She scheduled me in February and I went solo looking to finish my Texas Ram Slam and Texas Big Horn Slam which I did. I took a Merino Ram ( Rambouillet) and took a Corsican. The prices for each were in line with what I have paid in Texas and West Virginia. The Merino Ram had nice horns, over full curl and a quarter which is how I like them since I do euromounts. The Corsican was also a full curl and a quarter and you can see the skull, he looked fabulous! There is a search for the rams but that comes with hunting . I took a 200yrd shot on the Merino and 50-60yrd shot on the Corsican. By the way, the property is huge!!! Apparently over 400k acres. My 40 acres that I own is nothing compared to this place. My guide was Dugan and he was a pro and I liked him a lot. I actually requested him again on a trip back this St. Patrick's Day! He knew what he was doing and where to look. He also took great pics and videos. He gutted the animals quick and professionally and once we were back at base camp he cleaned them up for meat processing fast and nicely. Bitterwater does a great job with the guides and he is a 5 star guide for sure. Meat processing was also done exceptionally well! I only took the Merino since it is the better of the two rams and yes, it was yum. The meat was packed professionally and labeled very well. The butcher is from New Zealand or Australia and is wonderful person to deal with and the sausage they made was fabulous by the way! Serious meat processing alone was worth 5 stars! Kudos to places that do their own meat processing. I had a great and memorable time! The only drawback was they use a Taxidermist called Life Like Taxidermy which is a piece of shit operation. Avoid them at all cost and wished that Bitterwater didn't use them. See my review on them...They are out of Madera, CA and should be avoided at all cost. Use Mounts Unlimited in Los Gatos, CA instead. I loved my experience at Bitterwater Outfitter so much I am taking my cousin's husband this St. Patrick's Day and already Tara has done a great job of white gloving my experience! If you are looking for a great place to go hunt hog, rams, exotics and whatever else they have on their menu, you will NOT be disappointed! I highly recommend Bitterwater Outfitters for a hunting experience that will be memorable and fabulous! Thank you Tara and staff!

The best compliment to any business is repeat business. My son and I just wrapped up our second…read morehunt with Sarah and Rocky. Sarah is very easy to work with making the reservation, meeting us at the hunting house and ensuring we are settled and ready for the next day hunting. Rocky was our guide both trips and I can't say enough about how great he is. Very professional, experienced, knowledgeable, and most importantly focused on our safety. Rocky had us on pigs at first light and by 8am we had everything we needed. He took the time to show us how to gut a hog and explained their life cycle, and surprisingly wasn't annoyed with all of my questions. After our hunt, Rocky took us around the land to show us the sites and track other pigs for future hunts. Back at the house, Rocky prepped our pigs for the long drive home. The hunting cabin is very cozy, comfortable, clean, and the beds are comfortable. Schmidt Guides has a client for life!

I spent a considerable amount of time researching California pig hunting outfitters before deciding…read moreto book with Schmidt Guide Service, and I'm glad I did. For the price, nearly everything is included except food, making it an excellent value. Our group of four booked approximately six months in advance. I highly recommend reviewing their website beforehand, as it answers most common questions and provides a clear understanding of what to expect. About a week before our hunt, Sarah reached out to confirm our arrival and finalize details. Hunters can check into the lodge by noon the day before their scheduled hunt. Due to scheduling constraints within our group, the guides arranged for us to head out the same day we arrived at 2 PM. Upon arrival, Sarah was there waiting for us, handled check-in efficiently, completed paperwork, and provided our lodge key. The hunting lodge itself is a nostalgic home built in 1936 on roughly half an acre. You can feel the history the moment you walk in, reinforced by decades of photos displayed throughout the house. The lodge includes everything needed for a comfortable stay: a full kitchen stocked with cookware, plates, silverware, and essentials; a dining room; living room; four bedrooms; and 1 1/2 bathrooms. The bedrooms comfortably accommodate up to eight hunters. Outside, there's a fire pit, horseshoe pit, and seating area to unwind after a day in the field. Off to the side of the property sits an old-school saloon, butcher area, and walk-in meat locker, all adding to the unique experience. Now for the best part: our guides, Luke and his son Josh. From the start, both were friendly, professional, and welcoming. The ranch we hunted was about 25 minutes from the lodge. I was paired with Luke in his UTV, and his experience was immediately obvious. Having guided with Schmidt for 32 years, his skill and knowledge are impressive. His ability to spot hogs without binoculars or spotting equipment was unbelievable. We encountered our first group of hogs around 4 PM, and two members of our party successfully harvested by 4:20 PM. Luke quickly field dressed the hogs, and we were back hunting in no time. Later that day, Luke located another group, allowing our third hunter to harvest before the end of day one. The following morning, Luke and Josh were ready to go by 5 AM sharp. Not long into the hunt, Luke spotted a sizable boar, and our fourth hunter successfully harvested him just after 8 AM. After returning to the lodge, Luke and Josh immediately got to work skinning and preparing the hogs for processing. Their efficiency and expertise were impressive. By 11 AM, everything was packed on ice and our group was ready to head home. Our experience with Schmidt Guide Service was outstanding from start to finish. Luke and Josh are tremendous assets to the operation and truly made the trip memorable for our group. If you're considering a guided pig hunt in California, I would absolutely book with them again.

Was looking for a outdoor adventure which included my nephew and his 14 year old son. Wanted to…read moreshare a great experience with them and #santaluciaoutfitters did produce an exceptional experience indeed. Can't wait to do it again.

Jim is an incredible guide. We came down for 2 days on a pig hunt with him, and he was extremely…read moreknowledgeable of the ranch and the habits of the game there (and about them in general). He also has a great sense of humor, and is extremely personable. It was a pleasure to have him guide us. While we saw a few pigs early, Jim advised us that "we didn't want those ones", which showed me his patience in order to not just "get the job done" but instead to make sure we had the best possible outcome for our hunt. He was with us from sunup, and brought us to an area in the evening, explaining that the valley was where they most often moved through at that time, and sure enough, I got my pig there right before sundown, and couldn't be happier. As a plus, he takes an incredible picture!!! I look forward to my next opportunity to hunt with him in the future, and would not consider another guide in the area. Thanks again Jim!

If you want to hunt for wild boar, this is the place to hunt! Excellent crew of guides to get you…read morein position to hunt wild Hogs. I went with my hunting friends and we meet our guides Craig, Jos and Robbie who knew where to take us and glass for huge hogs. We spotted several and we got on the hunt early. Definitely exciting to stalk and hunt! My suggestion is bring a good rifle and scope dialed in at 100 yards. You will need a hunting license, pig tag, lead free cooper ammo. They will get you in hunting range to test your skills! This is a great trip and I will comeback again next year! The hogs we harvested taste great cause the boars are wild and organic since they destroy farms all night long. Most hunts are a two day trip if you don't get a pig early so plan to spend the night at a nearby hotel or their onsite cabin. Bring your own drinks and food since no places to eat or drink nearby. Once the hogs are harvested they will quarter and package your meat for you or take it to the nearby butcher to make sausages or cut into pork chops. This is one of the best hog hunting trips I have been to and I would highly recommend the experience.

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Was there this past weekend. Thanks to guides: Preston, Joe, and Mathew. It is the second time I…read morehave hunted with Joe and we had a great time. No one works harder at getting you a shot than these boys. Would recommend HW for anyone who wants to get away, stay in a cabin in the woods, and hunt lots of great country.

Awesome place! This place is a blast. Whether you are a beginner or an expert Hunter. This mountain…read moreterrain, ranch is beautiful. I would recommend this to New Hunters because it is semi guided in a point you in the right direction. And experienced Hunter's because they will let you go on your own and do your thing. Really a great time here.