Answer the call of the South Texas brush country with a fully guided, fair chase whitetail hunt at the legendary Harris Ranch during the peak of the 2026 rut. This four-day adventure includes expert guides, comfortable lodging, trophy-class whitetail potential up to 150” gross score, and the opportunity to harvest additional does and culls. Your Texas hunting license and up to $1,000 in travel are covered, and you’ll gear up in premium Sitka apparel built for the pursuit. Captured in stunning cinematic footage and backed by the powerful mission of the Harris Ranch Heroes Initiative supporting veterans and first responders, this experience isn’t just a hunt — it’s a chance to be part of something bigger while chasing the buck of a lifetime.
Harris Ranch Heroes Initiative Sweepstakes – Grand Prize Experience
4-day fair-chase whitetail hunt at Harris Ranch, South Texas
Valid hunt window: November 29 – December 20, 2026 (peak rut)
Trophy potential: Up to a 150” gross score whitetail
Does and culls included
Fully guided hunting experience
Lodging included
Base hunt value: $5,250
Added Benefits (Included)
Texas state hunting license required — cost covered by the sweepstakes
Up to $1,000 in travel reimbursement for transportation to and from the ranch
Premium Sitka hunting apparel package, including:
Medium-lightweight hunting pants
Medium-lightweight hunting jacket/top
Final sizing and style coordinated with the winner; subject to availability
Mission Statement
Hometown Hero Outdoors’ mission is simple but powerful: to provide active duty military, veterans, and first responders with the opportunity to experience the healing power of the outdoors. Through fishing, hunting, camping, and other recreational adventures, we create a safe space for heroes to escape the pressures of their service, heal from visible and invisible wounds, and find renewed strength through community.
The Harris Ranch Heroes Initiative is a long-term partnership focused on improving mental health through intentional outdoor experiences. Sweepstakes proceeds help ensure that military service members, veterans, and first responders can participate in these experiences at no cost, while also expanding the initiative’s reach and impact.
Who We Help & Impact
Founded and based in Stillwater, Minnesota, Hometown Hero Outdoors is a volunteer-driven nonprofit with chapters across the country. Our network of more than 150 dedicated volunteers hosts hundreds of trips each year, reaching thousands of service members, veterans, and first responders. The result is measurable improvement in mental health, reduced stress, and stronger bonds among those who have sacrificed so much for others. Whether it’s a weekend fishing trip, a once-in-a-lifetime hunt, or simply connecting with peers who “get it,” we are making a difference—one adventure at a time.