The other members brought up some good questions to ask an outfitter. You may also wish to discuss your options with a reliable booking agent that has dealt with the outfitter himself. There are several long standing agents you will place you with the type of hunt and outfitter you are seeking. I even know of 1 booking agent that I have used on many occasssions that offers a good will plan, stateing that if you are unable to get the opportunity for game, they will provide you 1/3 of your outfitter cost toward a future hunt booked thru them, and it does not have to be with the same outfitter or for the same animal. Speaking as both an outfitter and a hunter, be careful when booking. The best surprise is no surprise and the most expensive is not always the best, and you do get what you pay for.