California Bighorn Sheep

Fifth in the Grand Slam! One of the largest rams taken in our territory scored 174. Bases range from 14 to 17 inches (35 to 43 centimetres) and lengths range from 28 to 38 inches (71 to 96 centimetres). We have both full-curl, open-season hunts and ¾ curl ram permit hunts available. The season runs from September 10 to October 20.

Our area’s sheep population is increasing and the average age of rams taken is 9 years. The hunts are all done by horseback across the tops of sandy shale mountains. Usual accommodation is either base-tent cabins or spike camps, located near the sheep.

The species California Bighorn Sheep was recently separated as a sub-species of the Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep. California Bighorn Sheep are recognized by Safari Club International (SCI) to complete the Grand Slam. SCI minimum score is 150, so any full-curl ram in our area will make the book!

Testimonial “As they came out, I started counting 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 — there were 10 rams all told. I can’t explain the anticipation as these sheep worked their way toward us. My ram scored green at 170, with 15� inch bases and a horn length of 35 inches. In the group of 10 rams I saw earlier, there was at least 2 bigger rams than mine. Thanks for a great hunt.” Dana Ellis New York, USA

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