Fallow Deer

Fallow Deer Hunting Season:
The sought after Fallow Deer are typically hunted September-March when their antlers have hardened. But come fill your freezer with this great venison anytime of the year as there are no hunting restrictions.

Come experience the uniqueness of Flat Top Mesa at Covered S Ranch for an exotic hunting experience like none other in Texas!

Our Fallow Deer are from top genetics. Archery and rifle hunters will hunt Fallow by spot & stalk in the 3,000-acres of Flat Top Mesa game preserve. With their palmated antlers, spotted coat and distinctive long tail, these make beautiful mounts. These are a beautiful animal to hunt and are gaining great popularity in the United States.

2 Nights/3-Day Hunt: $2,400 + Trophy Fee
3 Nights/4-Day Hunt: $3,200 + Trophy Fee
Hunter Additional Day: $800
Non-Hunting Guest: $550/Day Single Occupancy
Non-Hunting Guest: $350/Day Double Occupancy

Includes:

• All-Inclusive: Lodging, Meals & Beverages
• Experienced Guide: 1:1 - Discount hunt package $450 if 2:1
• Rustic Luxury & Genuine West Texas Hospitality at The Hacienda: Bar, Pool, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Pickleball/Basketball Court, Casino Style & Game Tables, Pool Table, Large Screen TV’s + More
• Transportation to/from Lubbock, TX International Airport
• Access to Covered S Ranch Airstrip & Hanger 
• Access to Covered S Ranch Shooting Range
• Firearm & Ammunition provided, if needed 
• Enclosed Blinds
• Field Dressing & Caping
• Cold Storage on site
• Freezer Boxes if needed.
• Transportation of animals to local meat processor/taxidermist or may ship to requested at client’s expense. (Client responsible for all meat processing/taxidermist costs.)
• Hunting vehicle for varmint hunt

Fallow Trophy Fee: $8,000

See Price Page for additional information

Origin: Europe
Antler Size: Male: 26-38 inches, Female: No antlers
Weight: 55 - 250 pounds

Interesting Fallow Hunting Information:

• These elegant spotted deer date back to the 1660’s in Ireland. Often considered the only Old-World deer with flat antlers.
• The uniqueness of the Fallow lies in the four different color variations “common”, “menil”, “melanistic” and “leucistic”.  However, the unique palmation shape of the horns is common across the species.
• Like Elk, a Fallow Deer rut can be just as fascinating to witness as the bucks use their methods to court with females similar to bull elk by waving its antlers and vocalizing loudly with each dip of its antlers, barking and using the scent of their urine to attract females.  Female’s trying to leave a bucks territory may be blocked by the buck, who moves with exaggerated, dancelike steps.
• Gestation: about 7 months producing 1 young a year.
• Lifespan: 12-16 years