I'm hoping some of you can suggest a good way to go about getting a Merriam's? I live in Michigan and have only hunted Easterns to date. I've always wanted to bag a good Merriam (the fan is gorgeous). I'm hoping this might be the first serious step to actually making it happen. Where is my best chance (WY, MT, SD, NE, CO, AZ or NM), do I have to go guided, or can I get it done on public land? Any recommendations as to good outfitters that provide great Merriams hunts?

Appreciate your help.