U.P. Bow Hunting Prater Custom Archery
and Outfitter

Michigan's Upper Peninsula

You draw the bow.
We carry the weight.

A personal, guided bowhunting experience in the timber of the U.P. Whether you need a warm lodge and an expert at your shoulder, or just a map and a drop camp, we are your partners in the woods.

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A Bow Hunter's Paradise.

Hunting the big woods of the U.P. isn't for the faint of heart. The deer are smart and the cedar swamps are endless. At Prater Custom Archery and Outfitters, we believe a guided hunt shouldn't feel like a transaction—it should feel like hunting with a knowledgeable friend.

We limit our camps to ensure every hunter gets our undivided attention. If you're struggling to figure out a pattern, we sit down over a topographic map and coffee to crack the code. If the weather turns brutal, we're right there adapting the strategy with you. Your success, safety, and experience are personal to us.

Expert Mentorship

Decades of U.P. woodsmanship, shared openly with our clients.

Exclusive Ground

Carefully managed private blocks and secluded public land honey-holes.

Upper Peninsula Whitetail
Choose Your Path

Tailored Hunting Experiences

Whether you want hot meals waiting for you, or just a push in the right direction, we have a camp setup for your hunting style.

Warm Cabin Fire

The Full-Service Lodge

Our premier offering. Arrive at our comfortable, rustic timber lodge and leave the logistics to us. We handle everything so you can focus 100% on the hunt.

  • Home-cooked hearty meals & packed field lunches
  • Warm, comfortable private lodging & hot showers
  • Guided stand placement, timing & wind strategy
  • Transportation to and from the hunt
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Remote Tent

DIY Minimal Guidance

Built for the independent bowhunter who wants the rugged experience of doing it themselves, but with the inside edge of local knowledge and secured access.

  • Pre-scouted drop camps or bring-your-own-camper spots
  • Map consultation & trail camera intel
  • Access to our exclusive managed properties
  • On-call emergency support if things go sideways
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When the Arrow Hits its Mark.

The shot is only half the battle. In the deep U.P. timber, recovering a harvested animal can be a grueling, complex task. We don't leave you hanging when the adrenaline fades and the real work begins.

Every booked hunter receives our full Recovery Support:

  • Expert blood trailing & tracking assistance, day or night.
  • ATV/Sled extraction from the deep timber. We do the heavy dragging.
  • Professional field dressing, skinning, and quartering back at camp.
  • Walk-in cooler storage and coordination with local butchers/taxidermists.

Plan Your Hunt

Drop us a line. Tell us what you're looking for, and we'll build the right experience for you.