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A Lifetime of Hunting, A Passion for the Outdoors

Hunting isn’t just a profession—it’s a way of life. Founder Ernie grew up in a Wisconsin logging family, developing a deep passion for the outdoors. After moving to Montana in 1999, he guided for top outfitters before launching Montana Big Game Pursuits in 2006.


With experience hunting big game from Wisconsin to Alaska, Ernie is committed to providing ethical, high-success hunts that create lasting memories. Join us in the heart of big game country for an unforgettable adventure.

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Chasing Trophy Elk in Montana with Ernie Jablonsky and Montana Big Game Pursuits

There’s a place where the mountains kiss the clouds, the wind carries the scent of pine and elk, and time slows to the rhythm of boots on dirt. That place is Montana. And if you’re looking to chase trophy elk in Montana, there’s one name you oughta know: Ernie Jablonsky of Montana Big Game Pursuits.


Ernie’s not just another name on a list of Montana hunting guides — he’s the real deal. A man who’s spent more time in the backcountry than most of us spend behind a desk in a lifetime. He’s part guide, part storyteller, and one hundred percent committed to the hunt.


Montana Elk Hunting the Way It Oughta Be

The kind of hunts Ernie runs ain’t about shortcuts or guarantees. They’re about fair-chase, early mornings, and the kind of silence that only comes when you're deep in the timber, waiting on a bull to bugle. These aren’t your average Montana hunting trips — these are rites of passage.

With Ernie, you're not booking a vacation. You’re signing up for a damn adventure.


Whether you’re bowhunting during the rut or glassing snow-covered ridges late in rifle season, this is the land of giants. And Ernie? He knows every game trail and bedding area like the back of his weathered hand.

More Than Just a Guide – A Montana Elk Hunting Outfitter with Soul

A lot of folks call themselves Montana elk hunting outfitters, but few walk the walk. Ernie Jablonsky does. With years of boots-on-the-ground experience, he’s become one of the most respected Montana hunting outfitters out there. From setting camp to packing out your bull, every detail’s handled with grit and know-how.


You want guided hunts in Montana that feel like they were pulled from an old outdoor magazine? You just found ‘em.


Tailored Hunts for Those Who Respect the Land

Every client Ernie takes into the field gets a hunt built for them — not some cookie-cutter package. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned veteran, his Montana elk hunting guides outfitters approach is hands-on, personal, and effective.


This ain't about stacking tags. It's about earning 'em.


Book Your Spot in the Wild

Truth is, spots with Ernie don’t stay open long. Hunters from all over come here for Montana hunts that stay with them long after the dust settles. So if you're dreamin' about chasing bugling bulls through golden aspens or watching the sun rise over the ridgeline with a rifle in hand — now's the time.


This is your shot. Your story. Your mountain.