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Montana beginner hunting guidance

Your hunt starts right here.

Educational mentoring and practical planning support for beginning your Montana hunting journey safely, ethically, and confidently.

Your starting point

You don’t need to know everything. You just need to know where to begin.

Whether you have never handled a hunting rifle or have been shooting your whole life, She Starts MT Hunts helps you move from “I want to hunt” to a realistic, organized plan.

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Start with the basics

Understand Montana’s hunter education, licenses, tags, seasons, and draw system.

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Prepare with confidence

Choose practical gear, plan for Montana weather, and understand field recovery and processing.

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Plan the hunt

Research districts and public access, organize your trip, or get help comparing guides and outfitters.

Karen Gehrke hunting in Montana

Meet Karen Gehrke

Montana experience. Veteran determination.

Karen Gehrke is an Army veteran, lifelong Montana resident, and experienced hunter with more than 28 years in the outdoors, including two years of archery hunting.

Karen brings more than 28 years of hunting experience, a mission-ready planning mindset, and a commitment to safe, ethical participation in Montana’s hunting traditions.

About Karen

Seven consulting packages

Choose the support that fits your hunt.

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Free 30-minute consultation

Your Montana hunt starts with a conversation.

Tell Karen where you are, what you hope to hunt, and where you need help.

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