A 3-day immersive hunting course designed to give you a clear, grounded foundation in Bow hunting skills for hunting public land — from scouting and strategy to shot placement, processing, and gear. This curriculum is focused mainly on Elk and Deer hunting
Led by experienced bowhunters Cole Wilks and Joel van der Loon, this course is ideal for beginners and seasoned hunters looking to refine their approach.
📍 Sisters, OR | 🗓 July 23-25, 2027 | 👥 10 Students Max.
“I feel at least 10x more prepared going into this season than I did prior to the course. My approach will be vastly different based on the information and advice presented.”
— James McMillan, Colorado
Hunting is part of who we are.
For some, the call is to eat wild food.
For others, it’s a deeper connection to land, self-reliance, and challenge.
Where to begin can feel overwhelming.
This course removes confusion, shortens the learning curve, and gives you a clear, ethical, and practical path forward.
Hunting is a sacred ritual — far more than the kill.
It’s the full arc: scouting, patience, skill, responsibility, and respect.
You’ve never hunted and want a solid, ethical foundation
You have hunted but are struggling to find animals or get close enough
You feel called to harvest your own wild food
You want real world instruction, not internet theory
You want to improve confidence, accuracy, and decision-making
You value respect for animals, land, and process
No hunting experience is required.
This is a hands-on, field-based course with real instruction and real application.
Classroom and field instruction blended throughout each day
E-scouting and boots-on-the-ground scouting
Archery fundamentals and technique
Stalking, wind reading, and camouflage techniques
You will camp on site and live the rhythm of a real hunting camp.
Department of Fish & Wildlife rules and regulations
Species we focus on: Elk, deer, turkey
Wildlife identification, habitat, and behavior
Scouting methods:
OnX & Google Earth e-scouting
Tracks, sign, topography, and habitat reading
Essential gear selection
Hunting strategies and decision-making
Wind reading and approach tactics
Vocalizations and calling
Archery technique and safety
Basic survival skills
Field dressing, packing out, and animal processing
Cooking wild game
Confidence entering your next hunting season
A clear system for scouting and preparation
Improved accuracy and weapon handling
Ethical understanding of harvest and processing
Practical, real-world hunting skills
A grounded connection to the full hunting process
Dates
July 23-25, 2027
Start: 9am Day 1
Finish: Around noon Day 4
Location
Kalamataka Ranch
Sisters, OR
Exact address provided after booking
Group Size
10 Participants Max
5 Minimum to Run Course
Investment
$550
Dinner and coffee each day
Drinking water
High-level instruction
Camping facilities
Field and classroom instruction
Transportation to and from the ranch is your responsibility.
Food for breakfast and lunch
Warm clothing (75°F daytime / 30s at night)
Tent and sleeping system
Hiking boots
Water bottle
Mug, bowl, plate, fork, spoon
Small daypack
Headlamp
Swimsuit (river nearby)
Snacks
Notebook and pen
Recurve, longbow, or compound bow with arrows for target practice
Binoculars
OnX Hunting App (free trial recommended)
Any hunting or survival gear you’d like to test or discuss
Spots are limited and filled on a first-come basis.
Once registered, you’ll receive:
Gear checklist reminders
Exact directions
Course preparation details
Full payment required to secure your spot
60+ days prior: 50% refund
30–59 days prior: 25% refund
Within 30 days: no refund
If the course is canceled by us, a full refund or alternative date will be offered
A 3-day immersive hunting course designed to give you a clear, grounded foundation in Bow hunting skills for hunting public land — from scouting and strategy to shot placement, processing, and gear. This curriculum is focused mainly on Elk and Deer hunting
Led by experienced bowhunters Cole Wilks and Joel van der Loon, this course is ideal for beginners and seasoned hunters looking to refine their approach.
📍 Sisters, OR | 🗓 July 23-25, 2027 | 👥 10 Students Max.
“I feel at least 10x more prepared going into this season than I did prior to the course. My approach will be vastly different based on the information and advice presented.”
— James McMillan, Colorado
Hunting is part of who we are.
For some, the call is to eat wild food.
For others, it’s a deeper connection to land, self-reliance, and challenge.
Where to begin can feel overwhelming.
This course removes confusion, shortens the learning curve, and gives you a clear, ethical, and practical path forward.
Hunting is a sacred ritual — far more than the kill.
It’s the full arc: scouting, patience, skill, responsibility, and respect.
You’ve never hunted and want a solid, ethical foundation
You have hunted but are struggling to find animals or get close enough
You feel called to harvest your own wild food
You want real world instruction, not internet theory
You want to improve confidence, accuracy, and decision-making
You value respect for animals, land, and process
No hunting experience is required.
This is a hands-on, field-based course with real instruction and real application.
Classroom and field instruction blended throughout each day
E-scouting and boots-on-the-ground scouting
Archery fundamentals and technique
Stalking, wind reading, and camouflage techniques
You will camp on site and live the rhythm of a real hunting camp.
Department of Fish & Wildlife rules and regulations
Species we focus on: Elk, deer, turkey
Wildlife identification, habitat, and behavior
Scouting methods:
OnX & Google Earth e-scouting
Tracks, sign, topography, and habitat reading
Essential gear selection
Hunting strategies and decision-making
Wind reading and approach tactics
Vocalizations and calling
Archery technique and safety
Basic survival skills
Field dressing, packing out, and animal processing
Cooking wild game
Confidence entering your next hunting season
A clear system for scouting and preparation
Improved accuracy and weapon handling
Ethical understanding of harvest and processing
Practical, real-world hunting skills
A grounded connection to the full hunting process
Dates
July 23-25, 2027
Start: 9am Day 1
Finish: Around noon Day 4
Location
Kalamataka Ranch
Sisters, OR
Exact address provided after booking
Group Size
10 Participants Max
5 Minimum to Run Course
Investment
$550
Dinner and coffee each day
Drinking water
High-level instruction
Camping facilities
Field and classroom instruction
Transportation to and from the ranch is your responsibility.
Food for breakfast and lunch
Warm clothing (75°F daytime / 30s at night)
Tent and sleeping system
Hiking boots
Water bottle
Mug, bowl, plate, fork, spoon
Small daypack
Headlamp
Swimsuit (river nearby)
Snacks
Notebook and pen
Recurve, longbow, or compound bow with arrows for target practice
Binoculars
OnX Hunting App (free trial recommended)
Any hunting or survival gear you’d like to test or discuss
Spots are limited and filled on a first-come basis.
Once registered, you’ll receive:
Gear checklist reminders
Exact directions
Course preparation details
Full payment required to secure your spot
60+ days prior: 50% refund
30–59 days prior: 25% refund
Within 30 days: no refund
If the course is canceled by us, a full refund or alternative date will be offered
