Shed Hunting Closures

SHED HUNTING CLOSURES Shed antler and horn collection closes each year in various areas and for various dates and time.  Here is a summary of the closures for several Western states. [Disclaimer:  Rules and regulations are subject to change over time.  Verify all rules and regulations in the area you plan collect shed antlers and … Read more

Colorado Archery Pronghorn- A Spot and Stalk Story

Lessons are learned in many different ways. We read directions or hear someone teach, and the information sticks in our brains. But the most significant lessons in life are often learned by doing…either through experiences or mistakes. In August 2022, I killed my first big game animal outside Walden, Colorado. A lifetime of decisions and … Read more

AG + REC [How Agricultural and Recreational Properties Generate Income]

At St. James Sporting Properties, it is obvious that we work hard to promote the wildlife, fish, and various recreational opportunities that exist on every one of our ranch listings. What may not be quite as obvious is how aware and appreciative we are of the Agricultural roots that many of our ranch listings possess.  … Read more

The Great Northwest of Colorado- A Hunter’s Paradise

The Great Northwest of Colorado is a part of the state that holds true to its Western heritage which was built on, and continues to represent, the hard working American. In addition to its blue collar roots and western Americana this region may be better known for its big bucks and being the Elk hunting … Read more

How Utah’s Conservation Permit Program Benefits Hunters and Big Game.

Let’s face it, the management of Big Game and wildlife in the Western U.S. costs a lot of money, and the reality is it’s going to continue to cost money.  As hunters, we generally understand this cost and the benefit, and have done the majority of the heavy lifting when its comes to funding programs … Read more

Rule The Night

Thermal Imaging used to be reserved for the CGI visual effects of sci-fi movies (think Predator) and military technology, but that is not the case today.  Nowadays thermal imaging technology is available to the public in an easy to use product, and has a huge array of applications.  Zeiss has engineered a thermal imaging camera … Read more