Call Us Today!- What do I need to bring with me?
- What is the preferred weapon for hunting?
- Is this a guided hunt?
- Does the ranch have a gift shop?
- What happens if I wound an animal?
- Where do I sign-in once I’ve purchased my hunt?
- What deposits are needed to buy a hunt?
- Where can I mail my payment?
- What type of clothes should be worn?
- Is a freezer and ice available at the ranch?
- What type of hunting license do I need?
- Do I need a Hunter Education Card?
- Is there a taxidermist available for my trophy?
- Can someone clean and quarter my animal?
- Can I take my animal back home if I am flying?
- What do I need to know when flying with my weapons?
- Where is the ranch located?
- What airport should I fly into?
- What other costs should I expect once I’m on the ranch?
- Do I need to rent a car?
- Can I add days to my hunt?
- What other animals can I hunt, and what is the cost?
- What if I want to bring an extra hunter?
- What if I want to bring a non-hunting guest?
- What is the customary gratuity?
- How are the hunts conducted?
- Is this hunt recommended for younger hunters?
- Is the Ranch Handicap friendly?
- How long do I have to book the hunt once it is purchased?
- What are the lodging facilities?
- Do I need to bring a cooler?
- Are meals provided?
- Is there a place to sight in my weapon once I arrive?
- Can we hunt at night?
- Is an insect repellent needed?
- Is Alcohol allowed on the ranch?
- Ranch policy changes
- What if I need to cancel or reschedule my hunt?
- What to bring on your hunt…
- Do I have to bring my own firearm?
- Are pets allowed?
1) What do I need to bring with me?
Bring appropriate clothing and your weapons of choice. It is recommended that you bring bottled water to carry with you in the field. Effective Hunter Orange vests & hats are REQUIRED to be worn by all hunters while hunting on the ranch. We will have some hunter orange apparel for sale in our pro shop.
2) What is the preferred weapon for hunting?
At 4 Amigos Ranch we recommend you shoot a .243 caliber rifle or larger when hunting all animals. We recommend that our hog hunters shoot a .270 caliber rifle or larger, with a .243 caliber being the minimum! If you decide to bring the minimum caliber, please use at least a 80 grain bullet or larger. Bow hunting is also a great means of harvesting your game. You can also hunt with pistols and crossbows at 4 Amigos Ranch. NO Full Metal Jacket Bullets Are Allowed, you must use a hunting round. Bow Hunting with 3 or 4 bladed broadheads only! No 2 Bladed Broadheads will be Allowed for Hog Hunting!
Our hunts are not fully guided, but rather semi-guided. Your guides will drop you off and pick you up from your hunting area. Fully guided hunts are available upon request.
4) Does the ranch have a gift shop?
Yes. We have caps, T-shirts, microfiber shirts, knife sharpeners, mesquite wooden cutting boards, and other items available.
5) What happens if I wound an animal?
Ranch policy states once blood, hair, bone or any other sign of contact with the animal shot at is found, the animal is then the responsibility of the hunter and will count as a kill.
6) Where do I sign-in once I’ve purchased my hunt?
You will fill out your Release of Liability and Hunter Profile when you arrive at the ranch. All guests are required to fill out both.
7) What deposits are needed to buy a hunt?
To purchase your hunt, you will need to place an initial deposit with 4 Amigos Ranch. The initial deposit will be based on the particular hunt package you are purchasing. A hunt requires 50% down, with the balance due no later than 30 days prior to arrival. If you purchase your hunt within 30 days of arrival, the entire balance will be due immediately. The ranch can accept all major credit cards by phone.
8) Where can I mail my payment?
Please mail payments with name and contact information to the address below.
9) What type of clothes should be worn?
In Texas, you always have to be prepared for any weather. You will want to bring waterproof boots in the event of bad weather. In fall, winter, and spring, be prepared for cool to cold weather. In the summer months, you will need to dress light. Bring your camouflage, sunscreen, etc. We will have microfiber shirts available in our Pro Shop.
10) Is a freezer and ice available at the ranch?
A walk in freezer is available at the ranch. The Ice machine is for lodge use only, please be prepared to get your own ice on the way home from your hunting trip.
11) What type of hunting license do I need?
If you are hunting hogs, cats, varmints, and exotics, non-resident hunters will need a non-resident 5-day special hunting license (type 157) which can be purchased at any Texas sporting goods store or Wal-Mart. Youth license for under 17 yrs. old; resident or non-resident (type 169). Texas residents will also need a general hunting license. For hunting whitetail deer, you will need a Resident Hunting (type 101) or General Non-Resident Hunting (type 105). Please refer to the Texas Parks and Wildlife link on our website for more details.
12) Do I need a Hunter Education Card?
Yes, you will need to have a hunter education card. Please refer to Texas Parks and Wildlife for all of the hunter education regulations. You will need a hunter educations card if you were born on or after September 2nd, 1971.
13) Is there a taxidermist available for my trophy?
Yes. Your trophy will be completed and shipped to your home within a reasonable time.
14) Can someone clean and quarter my animal?
It is mandatory that the ranch skinners handle the cleaning of any animals harvested on any of our ranches. Hog Cleaning $100 per hog. Please add an additional $20 to each skinning fee if you would like your animal deboned. All skinning fees subject to change please check website for most up to date prices before your trip.
15) Can I take my animal back home if I am flying?
Yes. Your meat can be packed in a cooler that is bought at the local Wal-Mart and taken home on your flight. Please check with you airlines for specific carry-on and check-on information.
16) What do I need to know when flying with my weapons?
All airlines allow guns to be flown with the luggage. Please check your airline for their specific guidelines.
17) Where is the ranch located?
The ranch is located 60 miles southwest of Uvalde, TX and 140 miles southwest of San Antonio, TX. The closest town to us is Eagle Pass, TX.
18) What airport should I fly into?
For those planning on flying, we are conveniently located near the Eagle Pass airport which is capable of handling a wide range of private aircraft.
The San Antonio International Airport is the closest airport for commercial flights (about 2 hours away).
19) What other costs should I expect once I’m on the ranch?
Please allow for guide fee, animal cleaning fee, and gratuities. We accept all major credit cards.
Yes. Because of the distance, we are not able to pick you up.
21) Can I add days to my hunt?
Typically we cannot add any additional days to your package due to our schedule, but you can purchase an additional hunting package and stay for 5 days and 4 nights. This will need to be planned out ahead of time to ensure availability.
22) What other animals can I hunt, and what is the cost?
We have several varieties of rams, axis deer, fallow deer, blackbuck antelope, feral hogs, and whitetail deer. Most exotics can be hunted year-round. Native animals can only be hunted when in season. Exotic hunts range in price depending on species. Prices Subject to change.
23) What if I want to bring an extra hunter?
Extra hunters can be brought when booked in advance. Please call the ranch for availability.
24) What if I want to bring a non-hunting guest?
Non-hunting guests are welcome for $400 per person. Prices subject to change.
25) What is the customary gratuity?
Gratuity is not mandatory, but is always appreciated. If you have enjoyed your hunting experience with 4 Amigos Ranch, and our staff has done a great job with you and your party, give your guides and cooks a tip…It’s a great way to say thank you!
| Guides | Cooks | |
| Hog Hunts | $125 | $25 |
| Ram Hunts | $170 | $35 |
| Exotic Hunts | $300 | $50 |
| Deer Hunts | $600 | $100 |