Just got back from a guided 6 day hunt in Idaho. Wow beautiful scenic country. Did see some elk but hunting partner and I came home to tag soup. Outfitter was not good. Hardly said more than 10 words to us. His head guide only said hi when we came into camp. There were 3 other guys in camp, one doing a 1x1 hunt the others like us a 2x1 hunt. The 3 other guys were done on day 2. 1 kill and the other 2 guys hit elk but no recovery. Camp rules if you cripple and don't recover you are done. Our guide busted his a@# for six days for us. Gave my buddy a opportunity that almost worked on a real nice 350+ bull. The owner and other guide did not help our guide at all. They also would not let him take us into the spots they typically hunt. We learned that the 3 other guys in camp were long time (5 year) return customers, they were also the reference given to us. Would never go back there, feel bad for the way our guide was treated. Question: I would like to hunt in Montana next year. How can I go about finding a reputable guide?? Can someone recommend one?? Price range would have to be around the 36-3900 range. Or if someone could help me with a general area and DIY I would be interested. Question #2: is it typical for a outfitter to not help his guides?? I am 58 and don't have much time to waste anymore. Only my 4th elk hunt. I did find out I could handle some VERY steep rough country, sure glad I walked hills at home this summer!!