ORIGINAL: Splitear_Leland
I would personally go for public ground. I would hate to go to another state, use an outfitter, and know that I'm hunting on property that was leased so that no local hunters could use it. I firmly believe that outfitters and personal leasing will be the downfall of this great sport. It's destined to become a rich man's sport. Just my two cents. Do it yourself and take pride in knowing that you usedYOUR skill to succeed and have a good time.
I'm a outfitter from Manitoba,Canada and to let you know not all outfitters lease land or own there own up here, I personaly knock on doors myself and when there hand comes out i shake it if they want more i tell them that i would ever take away hunting from any local for my own gain and leave with a thanks anyways.
For anyone considering hunting with a outfitter get involved with them call ahead and find out if they need help setting stands clearing shooting lanes and become there friend not just another client, any of the hunters i have had have been more than willing to lend a handand i always appreciate there imput they may be the ones sitting in the treestands or ground blinds I do this outfitting because ilove it!I don't do it to get rich!!