Four brands. One epic prize pool.
This Giveaway is sponsored by Mellon Creek Outfitters, Star-Batt LLC, and Outdoor AI Solutions ("Sponsors"). By entering, you agree to be bound by these Official Rules and represent that you meet all eligibility requirements stated herein.
The Giveaway is open only to legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older as of the date of entry. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees, contractors, directors, and officers of the Sponsors and their immediate family members and household members are not eligible to enter or win.
The Giveaway begins at 12:00 AM ET on May 15, 2026 and ends at 11:59 PM ET on June 14, 2026 ("Giveaway Period"). Six (6) winners will be selected and notified within 30 days after the close of the Giveaway Period. Entries submitted before or after the Giveaway Period will not be accepted.
During the Giveaway Period, eligible participants may earn entries through the following actions. No purchase is necessary to earn any entry.
| Action | Entries | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| Submit name and email via official entry form | +3 entries | Form submission — required for eligibility |
| Like the official giveaway post on Facebook or Instagram | +1 entry | Self-reported; winners subject to verification |
| Follow Melon Ranch Hounds on Instagram | +1 entry | Self-reported; winners subject to verification |
| Follow Mellon Creek Outfitters on Instagram | +1 entry | Self-reported; winners subject to verification |
| Follow Star-Batt on Instagram | +1 entry | Self-reported; winners subject to verification |
| Follow TINE Hunt on Instagram | +1 entry | Self-reported; winners subject to verification |
| Follow Melon Ranch Hounds on Facebook | +1 entry | Self-reported; winners subject to verification |
| Follow Mellon Creek Outfitters on Facebook | +1 entry | Self-reported; winners subject to verification |
| Follow Star-Batt on Facebook | +1 entry | Self-reported; winners subject to verification |
| Follow TINE Hunt on Facebook | +1 entry | Self-reported; winners subject to verification |
| Share the official giveaway post publicly on Facebook | +2 entries | Automatically tracked at time of drawing |
| Tag a friend in the comments (Facebook or Instagram) | +1 entry per tag — unlimited | Automatically counted from post comments at drawing |
| Register on Kickstarter & click "Notify Me on Launch" for TINE Hunt | +3 entries | Self-reported; winners subject to verification |
Submission of the entry form with a valid email address is required to be eligible for any prize. Participants may only submit the entry form once. Duplicate entries will be disqualified. Tagging of friends in comments is unlimited with no cap on entries earned through this method.
| Place | Prize | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Prize (1 winner) | 3-Day Guided Bobcat Hunt with expert houndsman Dan Braman near Refugio, TX. Includes 3 guided days, 3 meals daily, private lodging, transportation to/from CRP Airport, and field dress/skin/taxidermist drop-off. Hunting license, taxidermy, and travel to/from CRP not included. Must be scheduled within 12 months of notification. | $5,000 |
| 2nd Place (1 winner) | Star- Batt Mini portable power unit. 576Wh LiFePO4, IP65, USB-C PD, USB QC 3.0, solar input up to 160W. Starlink Mini not included. | $1,100 |
| 3rd Place (1 winner) | TINE Hunt 1-Year Subscription. Subject to app availability at time of award. | $100 |
| Runner-Up (3 winners) | Mellon Creek Outfitters hoodie (1), Melon Ranch Hounds hoodie (1), Star-Batt hoodie (1) | $30 each |
Total approximate retail value: $6,290. All prizes are non-transferable, non-exchangeable, and not redeemable for cash.
Six (6) winners will be selected within 30 days following the close of the Giveaway Period using a weighted random drawing. Winners will be notified via direct message and/or email. Winners must respond within 7 days or the prize may be forfeited. Winners may be required to execute an Affidavit of Eligibility and Liability Release prior to receiving any prize.
The odds of winning depend on the total number of eligible entries received and the number of entries accumulated by each participant. Participants with more entries will have proportionally greater odds of selection.
Except where prohibited by law, participation constitutes the winner's consent to the Sponsors' use of their name, image, likeness, photograph, voice, and biographical information for promotional and marketing purposes in any media worldwide, without further compensation.
Sponsors reserve the right to disqualify any individual who tampers with the entry process or violates these rules. Sponsors reserve the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the Giveaway at any time if fraud, technical failures, or any other factor impairs its integrity.
By entering, participants agree to release and hold harmless the Sponsors, their affiliates, employees, officers, and agents from any and all liability for injuries, losses, or damages resulting from participation in the Giveaway or use of any prize. Sponsors are not responsible for late, lost, or misdirected notifications.
All entry information is subject to the Sponsors' respective Privacy Policies. By entering, participants consent to the collection and use of their personal information for administering this Giveaway. Email addresses may be used by all Sponsors for future marketing communications. Participants may opt out at any time.
If the total prize value exceeds $600 USD, the winner may be required to complete IRS Form W-9 and may receive a Form 1099-MISC. The winner is solely responsible for all applicable taxes, duties, and charges.
This Giveaway is governed by the laws of the State of Texas. All disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Victoria County, Texas.
Mellon Creek Outfitters — PO Box 400, Victoria, TX 77902-0400
Star-Batt LLC — 6141 West Maine St, Spirit Lake, ID 83869
Outdoor AI Solutions (TINE Hunt) — 784 South Clearwater Loop #4398, Post Falls, ID 83854
Melon Ranch Hounds — PO Box 400, Victoria, TX 77902-0400
To obtain the names of the winners (available after June 15, 2026), send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
Requests must be received no later than 60 days after the close of the Giveaway Period.