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Cedar Ridge Outfitters Deer Clinic and Guide School

Deer Clinic | Guide School

Deer Clinic - Hal Blood’s, Big Woods Bucks

For reservations and more information contact us today!

This 3 day clinic, will teach the basics of hunting the greatest of the whitetail deer in some of the biggest and harshest forest of North America. These huge animals can reach live weights at over 350 pounds and are not easy to hunt. Accomplished Author and hunter Hal Blood will teach the basics of how to’s for these monster bucks, both in the class room and in the field. Whether you are a novice or experienced deer hunter, you are sure to gain more knowledge to take you to the next level in your skills of deer hunting.

The list of topics to be covered are:

1. The Nomadic Whitetail
2. Understanding Rubs and Scrapes
3. Stand Hunting
4. Getting Prepared
5. Navigating the North Maine Woods
6. The Future of Hunting Big Woods Bucks
7. Hunting Different Weeks of the season
8. Still Hunting
9. Tracking
10. Once he’s Down
11. Equipment
12. Calling Deer
13. Weather and Deer

Dates for 2013 deer clinics are:
April 26 – 28th

Hal Blood has captured the attention of the Hunting world. He has taken over 36 whitetail bucks in his lifetime and more than half of those have been over 200 pounds (fully dressed). He not only is one of the best hunters in the world, he is a wonderful teacher and loves to share his gift with others with that dream of chasing that monster trophy. Hal does not guide deer hunters these days, but he does teach a deer clinic in the spring to share his knowledge with others.
Check out Hal's Deer Clinics

Each weekend clinic is limited to 15 people
Arrival time is after 3:00pm pm Thursday
Departure is Sunday morning after breakfast

2013 price for this 3 day / 3 night seminar is $695
includes three hearty meals a day that are served in the lodge, Thursday evening until Sunday morning. Clean, Private and comfortable lodging is provided as well.

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Hal Blood, the author an exceptional book titled "hunting big woods bucks" has also filmed a 90 minute DVD with more on the way. He and his camera man Chris have a web site, www.bigwoodsbucks.com that we invite you to visit. Bigwoodsbucks.com it is full of information from ordering products, buck photos, dates for Hals speaking engagements, Deb's "secret" recipes, a buck of the month club and much more.

We post the dates for the next clinics & School, and all pertinent information at the beginning of the new year by email. If you cannot make this years class or are interested in updates & newsletters from cedar ridge throughout the year, e mail us and we will put you on the mailing list.

"Hi Deb and Hal, We both wanted to say thank you so much for a great time! As you know this was a birthday gift for Todd, and everything exceeded our expectations and then some!! Todd had a great time at the clinic and walked away with alot of new info. His favorite part was the day in the woods - he affectionately refers to now as "Hals boot camp" ha ha ha! We both got spoiled by Deb's cooking .....it was phenomenal!! I have to admit we are currently going through withdrawls and reminisce about the meals. I look forward to the cook book! Hopefully, we will get a chance to come that way again - Todd mentioned going back for ATV riding, which we both love to do! Once again, THANK YOU so much for a great time!!! Sincerely, Todd and Valerie

"Hi Deb and Hal, Just wanted to write a quick note and say thanks again for a great clinic. My father and I really enjoyed your hospitality, Hal's knowledge, and Deb's wonderful cooking. You are really down to earth people, and we felt right at home, especially watching Hal blow out his birthday candles with his granddaughter on his lap! Hope you have a great summer. I'm sure we'll see you in the near future. Thanks Again."-- Brent and Scott Teweksbury

"Hal and Deb, I just wanted to say Thanks Again for the guide course. I learned so much more than I thought I would and makes me so much more confident. Hal is an excellent teacher and and very easy to learn from. I would also like to thank you personaly Deb for your GREAT meals and your hospitality!!! Thanks again for everything."-- Danny Chase

"Deb- Thanks for the "sustenance" and hospitality. I can't imagine a better outfitter experience exists in the state of ME.
Hal- My thanks and appreciation to you as well for sharing your skills and expertise. I put some of my learning to work up north where there was 2-3" of snow. Located the does and a few big bucks but with only two days to hunt I ran out of time. Much of what you said in the seminar and book have now been internalized with a week in the field. Still hoping to return for the ultimate challenge "tracking".
Best of luck during the muzzleloader season and thanks again."-- Steve and Cindy Kinky

"Again I would like to say thanks to Deb for the great food and Hal for an excellent deer clinic. I received alot of information. Going to take the information and apply it to the deer in the adirondacks. You can use me as a reference. I have nothing but high praise for the work that you both have done. Thank You."-- Mike Hathaway

Registered Maine Guide School

A secluded lodge and sporting camp in Northern Maine. Built 10 years ago by Hal & Debbie, with the idea of giving people personalized service and an unique outdoor experience and knowledge with you. Hal first taught this course through the adult education in Jackman from 1994 through 1999. Primarily why we decided to teach this course through Cedar Ridge was that it made it easier for people from a distance to take a course. Being that they get their lodging and meals right here on the premises and they can finish the course in 3 & 1/2 days instead of going one night a week for 13 weeks.

Cost for the 4 Day / 4 Night Course is $745:
The price includes: Classes, Material, Private & comfortable Lodging, and 3 hearty meals a day. Topnotch Instructors, State Approved Curriculum.

Dates for 2013 Class:
April 18 – 21st

Course Description
This course is designed to prepare an individual to take the written and oral exams and become a registered Maine guide. In all categories from hunting, fishing, and recreation to Masters. It will do so with a combination of class room and field work. This course is also great for the individual that just wants to learn more outdoor skills, without taking the exam.

Course Outline
This course will cover subjects including map & compass, canoeing, hunting, fishing, safety, watercraft, observations of animals & recreation, and a fun (but important) night lost person exercise.

Course Goal
Our goal is to prepare you to become a Registered Maine Guide in spirit as well as license. By giving you a better understanding of the responsibilities of guiding in the woods & waters of Maine.

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