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Meet Shane Sunn of Sunn Ranch

The Bear, by William Faulkner describes how the repetitive hunt for ‘Ole Ben’, a wily old black bear, transformed young Isaac McCaslin. Trips, you might even call them journeys, or quests, are imbued with the capacity to change the pilgrim. But first you must conceive a fish, a goal, a place, a celestial city enough to set out and cast your bait on the water. Pilgrims who persevere to the end receive the reward. My purpose is to help my clients experience earth’s beauty, mystery, power, and bounty and thus catch glimpses and tastes of the world to come.

The Rev. Shane Sunn grew up in Ackerman, Mississippi surrounded by hunters, fishers and story tellers.  For thirty years, Shane employed his gifts as a Presbyterian minister serving others, grabbling with words, telling stories, and writing sermons.  Perhaps it was inevitable his journey would finally lead to serving others through guiding, writing, and tellings stories, some old, others new, and some yet to come.

“Moon and Sunn-Memoir of a Fishing Legend and His Son” may be purchased under SHOP tab or from Amazon.

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About Sunn Ranch Outfitters

From the saltwater bays of beautiful Homer, Alaska, to the Elkhead Mountains of Hayden, Colorado, Sunn Ranch Outfitters offers two unforgettable outdoor experiences led by guide and storyteller Shane Sunn.

Summer in Alaska: From mid-June until the end of August, guests join Shane aboard The Ole Missy for sport fishing in one of the most spectacular places on earth or swing the fly for salmon and other species in the abundant local rivers. Enjoy a private beachfront home overlooking Kachemak Bay, delicious meals prepared by a local chef, while taking in the wonder of Alaska’s wild coast.

Autumn in Colorado: When the salmon run ends and the aspens turn gold, Sunn Ranch shifts south to Hayden, Colorado-48 acres of quiet wilderness bordering BLM land and the Routt National Forest. Here guests experience guided elk and mule deer hunts from a comfortable yurt basecamp.

Two Seasons. One Purpose. Whether you’re chasing salmon, jigging for halibut in Alaska or stalking elk and mule deer in Colorado, Sunn Ranch Outfitters is about more than adventure- it’s about the connection, reflection, and the stories you’ll carry home.

Introducing the Pastor and Ministry Leader Program

Individuals and/or churches can gift their pastors with a hunting or fishing trip to beautiful Colorado or Alaska by contributing the cost of the trip.

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  • "I have been to SunnRanch twice now. It is a stunningly beautiful place - sleeping in the yurt amongst the sage fields, the mountains, the stars, and the bugling of elk is an awesome and unique experience. Combine that with it also being the place where I killed my first bull elk, my first cow elk, and my first mule deer, and you have the perfect hunting destination."

    David Daniel Athens, Georgia

  • “Words cannot adequately communicate the thrill of bagging my first cow elk! That moment will live on the rest of my life!”

    Richard Rieves, Memphis, TN

  • “Sunn Ranch is uniquely situated to take advantage of the migration of this massive herd. Taking my first cow and bull with those views was awesome! I witnessed 300-400 elk stampede within 100 yards of me. Epic life moment I will never forget!”

    Jay Harvell- Nashville, TN