Description

This is a wilderness hunt set in the middle of the Alaska Wilderness. Gear is important. Alaskan hunts are tough. We have nearly 100% opportunity to stalk trophy class animals. YOUR personal physical and mental preparation will be the determining factor in success. You do not need to go fast. You need to be steady. Keep placing one foot in front of the next, onward and upward, and know it will be tough. We have had a 24 year old that was physically fit, he quit on day 2, and had a 72 year old hunter take a sheep, moose, and a caribou in 10 days. Be in the best possible physical and mental condition. Our guides will not run you into the ground or run off and leave you. That is not how we operate. We will hunt as hard as you are willing and physically able so long as it is safe.

HuntX Scale (Low 1 - 5 High)

• Lodging & Accommodations: Cabin/Lodge
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  Lodging & Accommodations Scale

  5 - Cabin/Lodge

  4 - Bunk House/Trailer

  3 - Wall Tent

  2 - Backpack Tent

  1 - Client Provided/Hotel

Outpost camps provide comfortable accommodations in either cabin or deluxe tent camp including electricity, shower & heat. ,

• Menu & Food: Field Kitchen
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  Menu & Food Scale

  5 - 5 Star Catered

  4 - Full Kitchen

  3 - Field Kitchen

  2 - Backpack Food

  1 - Client Provided

Quality food and plenty of it. Food is the fuel that keeps us going on a successful hunt. Home cooked meals to hot lunches in the field will provide the necessary calories and the enhance your hunting experience.

• Physical Conditions: Heavy Hiking
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  Physical Conditions Scale:

  5 - All Vehicle Access

  4 - Light Hiking

  3 - Moderate Hiking

  2 - Heavy Hiking

  1 - Extreme Back Country

Our Outpost camps and the UTV/River boat minimize the approach walking. Most of Alaska is tundra. Soft, brushy, muskeg swamp, rocky stream beds and gravel bars, difficult walking. Our use of vehicles saves your legs and energy for the actual hunt and stalk.

Transportation (To/From Basecamp)

All flying including the charter from Anchorage is included. Once you arrive at the lodge all flying is in the outfitters professionally maintained aircraft. All deluxe outpost camps use of ATV/UTV/Boat for transportation and hauling trophies out. UTV Polaris 6X6 Rangers can even be used on sheep hunts to reduce some climbing and provide more hunting time.

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Description

More information regarding the gear is available upon request from your Personal Concierge Adventure Specialist HUNTING CHECKLIST NOTE: Most game is taken at 200 yards or less. A shot over 400 on sheep is occasionally required, moose normally under 200, bears 100-150 yards. □ Scoped Rifle □ Ammunition (40 Rounds min.) □ Gun Cleaning Kit □ Hard Gun Case (for airline travel) □ Bow with extra assorted parts (e.g, string, clips, etc.) □ 2 Dozen Hunting Arrows □ Padded Soft Rifle Case for transport in Super Cub and on UTVs □ Binoculars (10X40), waterproof (Leupold, Leica, Zeiss or Swarovski) □ Phone with wall and car charger and extra cable □ Headlamp and spare (don’t forget batteries) □ Sleeping Bag, rated to 0°F -10 C (We recommend synthetic or dry down) □ Sleeping Pad □ Knife with sharpener PERSONAL GEAR □ Sunscreen and Lip Balm □ Shower Kit and Towel □ Watch and Alarm Clock □ Insect Repellent (100% Deet) □ Sunglasses □ Prescription Glasses or Contacts (two pair) □ Head Net □ Books or Magazines (for bad weather days) □ Drinking Water Bottle (1 Liter minimum) □ Backpack, 4500 cubic inches minimum. We use mountaineering quality internal frame packs for all hunting. CLOTHING □ Merino wool or synthetic Long Underwear (2-3 sets) □ Pants, 3 pair (no cotton for field use) □ Shirts, 4 (2 heavyweight, 2 lightweight) □ fleece jacket or sweater windstopper is preferred □ Socks, 6-8 pair (2 pair midweight/heavy wool) □ Vest □ Puffy warm coat with a hood, synthetic or dridown □ ¾ Length Rain Coat and Rain Pants (Helly Hansen Impertech long guide coat works best,or other 100% waterproof fabric) □ Warm Hat with ear flaps □ Gloves or Mittens, 2 pair FOOT WEAR □ Gortex stocking foot hip boots, with Hiking boots sized to wear over the hippers and a pair of gaiters we use Outdoor Research Crocodiles. THIS SYSTEM WORKS! If you decide to bring something else you are at your own risk. Call with questions. We can help you with the boot system. Almost 30 years in Alaska guiding has proven this boot system. □ Camp Shoes (comfortable slip-ons, Crocs work great) □ Gaiters – Required on all hunts with Goretex Hipboots DUE TO THE DISTANCE OFF OF THE ROAD SYSTEM, ALL GOODS AND BAGGAGE MUST BE BROUGHT TO CAMP BY SMALL AIRCRAFT. SUIT CASES, RIGID CAMERA CASES AND HARD GUN CASES WILL NOT BE FLOWN OUT TO CAMP. IF YOU ARE TAKING MEDICATION PLEASE BRING 2-3 TIMES THE AMOUNT YOU NORMALLY TAKE (i.e, IF YOU TAKE 2 TABLETS PER WEEK, BRING 6 TABLETS). RAIN GEAR & OPTICS SHOULD BE OF THE BEST QUALITY. Camp is BYOB so feel free to bring your favorite adult beverage

What Outfitter Provides

• The outfitter will have all necessary camping gear for you to have an enjoyable, satisfying experience.

What to Bring

• Your pack should be large enough to EASILY hold and COMFORTABLY carry your sleeping bag, pad, a change of clothes, layers to stay warm when stopped, rain gear, ammo, camera, small personal items etc. and still have some room left over just in case. Don’t guess, put your stuff in, and make sure it fits comfortably on you. The most critical factor in pack selection is getting one with a mountaineering style suspension system that FITS. TRY IT ON! Go into the store get the pack fitted to YOU and load it up with 50 pounds walk around wear it a while with your hunting gear on. Believe me if your pack doesn’t fit it is worse than underwear 3 sizes too small. DO NOT buy a pack based on a gimmick like a spotting scope/rifle pocket, camo pattern, fabric, etc.
• A high quality sleep system will improve your ability to hunt hard! A quality sleeping pad and sleeping bag are a must. Waterproof down or synthetic

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