Welcome To
Your PA ELK HUNTING OUTFITTER
Family owned and operated
Quehanna Outfitters
Welcome to the Heart of Pennsylvania Elk Hunting: Experience Authenticity and Success with Quehanna Outfitters!
At Quehanna Outfitters, we stand firmly in the tradition of Pennsylvania elk hunting, blending our commitment to ethical hunting, professionalism, and trustworthiness to offer an unmatched experience. As one of the region’s most reputable outfitters, we continually push our boundaries to deliver even greater experiences.
Choosing Quehanna Outfitters for your elk hunt means choosing assurance. We boast a solid 100% success rate for bull hunts, an impressive 95% success rate for cow hunts, and unwavering victories across the majority of hunting zones. With Quehanna Outfitters, you’re not just partaking in a hunt; you’re embarking on a journey to fulfilling your hunting aspirations.
Outstanding Elk Hunting Experience
The Lowdown
My journey into the world of elk hunting began in the early 80s, with self-guided archery elk hunts across WY, CO, UT, and ID. Following my passion for wildlife, I transitioned into a role as a crew supervisor for the PA Game Commission’s Quehanna Food and Cover Crew. This experience allowed me to work intimately with the elk expansion project, establishing and maintaining elk habitat across the PA Elk Range. It was through these endeavors that I gained invaluable knowledge and understanding of the PA Elk herd.
In 2007, after a fulfilling career in wildlife habitat enhancement, I retired. However, my love for elk and hunting gave birth to Quehanna Outfitters, a venture that allows me to share my love for elk and the art of hunting with others. For over 15 years now, I have served as an experienced and dedicated elk guide, turning hunting trips into unforgettable wilderness experiences.
Quehanna Outfitters embodies more than just our love for elk and hunting. It stands as a testament to our commitment to provide you with an exceptional, immersive elk hunting experience that respects the wildlife and the environment. Trust us to be your guide in your next elk hunting adventure, and rest assured, it will be an experience like no other.
Experienced Guides
Guides
Ethical Hunt
We respect the land, the animals, and the hunt. We pride ourselves on professionalism
Success Stories
Check out our success stories and let them speak for themselves
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Success Rate on Bulls
Al Scott
Guide
Bill May
Guide
Chuck Stone
Honorary Guide - May He Rest In Peace
Dave Billotte
Guide
Dave Billotte, II is a farrier ( horse shoer) by trade. When he isn’t shoeing, training or competing in cowboy mounted shooting he is riding the mountains of PA and enjoying the grandeur of what nature has to offer. An affectionado of the old west and firearms of the era, he prefers to usually hunt with a lever action.
Dave Lotridge
Guide
After moving out to the “country”, Chester County, Dave’s love of hunting grew to include archery hunting for deer. One of his favorite places to be is in southern Potter County, WMU 2G, hunting for deer, turkey and black bear.
In 2020, Daves dream of hunting an Elk in Pennsylvania came true when he won the lottery for a bull tag. On November 2 2020 he harvested a beautiful 8×8 bull. Because of that dream come true, Dave has a passion to help others bring their own dream to fruition in guiding them to harvesting an Elk of their own.
Dave is happily married to his wife Colleen, they have a daughter and a son along with two grandchildren.
Jim Kauffman
Guide
Jim Kauffman is a Wildlife Biologist by trade, with degrees from Penn State and East Stroudsburg University. Throughout his career he has worked for multiple state and federal agencies, pursuing his passion of wildlife research and management. Jim enjoys many recreational aspects of the outdoors, including hunting, fishing, wildlife photography, traveling, exploring nature, and spending time at his family’s cabin. Jim has been an elk guide with Quehanna Outfitters since 2018. In that time he has successfully guided two cow hunters and two bull hunters, which included the harvest of a bull with traditional archery equipment. Jim enjoys guiding to ensure an enjoyable, ethical hunting experience for those lucky enough to draw a Pennsylvania elk tag. Jim resides in Berks County with his girlfriend Adrienne and miniature dachshund, Schnitz.
Jim Teats
Guide
Steve Shuster
Guide
Steve’s number one passion is archery hunting each fall for Elk. Steve loves guiding for Quehanna Outfitters delivering lifelong memories.
Steve, has over thirty five years in the Outdoor business with Gore and the Sitka brand. His favorite place is spending time unplugged at his cabin in Potter County “God’s Country” Pa. in Zone 14.
Steve is happily married to his wife Diane and has one son Jacob.
Travis Chandler
Guide
Will Leete
Guide
Born and raised in Potter County, and currently living and working within the PA elk range as a forester, Will enjoys spending his days outdoors hunting, fishing and hiking throughout north central PA. Will also enjoys the occasional trip to Montana or Colorado. Time in the PA Wilds amongst our beautiful elk herd is always time well spent.
Services and Pricing
COW OR BULL HUNT
$3200
Dedicated, one-on-one guidance for an entire week of hunting (Monday to Saturday, while the archery season runs from Saturday to Saturday)
Comprehensive field care, ensuring your elk is properly handled and removed from the woods after it’s downed.
Assistance at the check station to ensure smooth processing.
Skinning and quartering services for your elk.
We can also provide recommendations for a trusted local butcher
50% deposit for hunt required upon booking. Partial Hunt packages and discounts not available.
Additional Details
Accomodation
- Hunter lodging is complimentary.
- Please be aware that we primarily recommend Lakeview Store and Cabins for your lodging needs. The pricing depends on the amenities provided by the cabin and its availability. However, based on the hunter’s assigned elk hunting zone and cabin availability, alternate lodging arrangements may sometimes be necessary. Quehanna Outfitters reserves the right to make these adjustments as required. Please note that any alterations in the lodging arrangements will affect the final price that the hunter will be charged.
Meals
- Hunter is complimentary. There are no discounts if hunter does not partake in meal package.
- $40.00 per day each guest. Our breakfast is a quick ready to go in the morning to get you out into the field at first light, lunch is a bag lunch, and our dinner is a home cooked meal prepared by our camp cooks. Meals can be included if you have your own lodging.
- Tips for guides and cooks are encouraged.
Regulations
- All game laws, rules and regulations and sportsmanship will be strictly adhered to during the hunt by all participants, which includes your guide, the elk hunter and his/her guest.
- A valid, current year Pennsylvania Game Commission Elk Tag is required to book a hunt
Testimonials & References
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