Hadley Creek
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WATCH OUT THIS GUY IS SHADY ! Runs tons of people through his outfit and maybe 10% success rate at best (11 of us in camp, 1 guy was successful and it was a DINK (and on the last day)). And the 'trophies' they banter around aren't what you will see.
If you're after a 120 class whitey, this place is for you. If you're after a 140+ deer, you're wasting your time and money (they claim 140+ minimum, but when you see a 130, they say "oh, it's close enough, he's old, he's a shooter, shoot him if you see him again" or, "it's a character 6pt., you can shoot him, score doesn't matter.")
Also, the dude randomly charged my card for 2 DEPOSITS and refuses to refund my money. He literally stole money right out from me! His excuse is 'he gave me a good deal and we had talked about maybe hunting with him again.' Both are true (I booked last minute (few weeks prior to hunt) cause he 'had some cancellations' so the price was reduced). Also, I DID mention to him that if it's good, I'd come back. Apparently he thinks that gives him the right to charge me an extra $500....! Wow, the dude has some balls.
And they won't return emails or phone call inquiries about this. After reading all the other similar complaints about deposit theft plastered all over the interweb - and even some subsequent litigation on this dude - I now know why; part of his business model is to steal from people.
He gets you coming then sticks it to you again leaving (over-hyped hunt with crappy success rate, then steals more money from you afterwards).
Feel free to call me if you are still unsure, and I'll tell you all about the hunt and the theft. Jake Jovanovich (406) 851-1503
Was the outfitter notified of problems? - YES
None to date. If you are the outfitter please email us.
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