elk hunting texas

I live in Texas and want to go on an elk hunt this year, New Mexico or Colorado. How do I find a guide?
This is for me and my buddy. What kind of tags do we need? How long should we plan for? How much should we expect to pay?
colo 13 – 20 hrs drivin from dfw area good weatrer 600 fuel tags oc 500, most public lands ok no cost nw corner good routt natl,forest warm oct 3rd snow to blizzard,, best guided private same area better (CROSS FENCE) stagin area to flats (cavin sage grounds)2000,00 + 500 tags spend + gratuity. 2 days each way 4 lookin , hotels scarce booked in adv, 60 day modest or tents provided bring bag ,, want refrence post same
The “Royal” 7×7 Elk

