Free-Range Scimitar Oryx Hunts in South Texas
Mellon Creek Outfitters is pleased to now offer low-fence, free-range Scimitar-horned oryx hunts on our main South Texas hunting ranch located in Refugio County.
If you are looking for an exotic hunting experience like no other, reach out to us today to book your Scimitar oryx hunt in South Texas!
What You Need to Know Scimitar Oryx Hunting in Texas
History Scimitar Oryx in Texas
Native to the arid grasslands and desert regions of North Africa, the Scimitar-horned, or Scimitar oryx, was introduced to areas of Texas in the early to mid 1970’s. Through careful management and development, much of the Hill Country, Trans-Pecos, and South Texas regions are now home to a healthy population of these highly sought-after exotic animals.
Hunting Licenses Needed to Hunt Scimitar Oryx in Texas
To hunt Scimitar oryx in Texas, hunters will need to purchase a valid hunting license. No tag or draw is required for exotics. Licenses can be purchased through the Texas Parks & Wildlife website.
Resident:
Resident Hunting License Item 101
Non-Resident:
Nonresident Special Five (5) Day Small Game/Exotic Hunting License Item 157
Guided Scimitar Oryx Hunts in South Texas
Hunt Details
Our guided oryx hunts are 4-day hunts. All hunts start on the evening of the day you arrive, and you will hunt the following two full days, the last morning, and conclude at noon. Guides will take all hunters to our range to sight in and check their rifles before hunting. Guides will field dress/skin/quarter/cape your harvest, and shipping to our recommended taxidermist is included. We will ship capes/horns to you or your taxidermist for an additional fee.
Hunting Methods
We offer free-range, low-fence safari-style hunting; spot and stalk, focusing on water sources and grazing areas. Once a desirable bull/cow is located, we will stalk the animal until we are within a comfortable shooting range. We typically hunt the first 2-4 hours and last 2-4 hours of daylight, depending on the time of year.
South Texas Scimitar Oryx Hunt Package
What is included:
- 4 Days worth of fully guided hunting
- Field dress/skin/quarter/cape.
- Drop off at our taxidermist.
- 3 meals daily, prepared by our on-site chef.
- Private bed/bath lodging with WiFi and laundry facilities.
- Transportation to/from Corpus Christi (CRP) Airport.
What is not included:
- Hunting license
- Shipping to you or your taxidermist
- Taxidermy cost
- Gratuity
*Please see the FAQ page for more information and details.
