F.A.Q.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What type of Equipment do I need?

The following list is some of the items we feel necessary for a successful hunt. Clients may have other items that they personally require that should be included:

Sleeping bag – lightweight down or synthetic warmth factor to 0 degrees

Thermarest Mattress

Spotting scope, binoculars, range finder (if desired)

Daypack or fanny pack-we supply saddlebags

Camera & film

Rain Gear – jacket & pants (Very Important!!)

Lightweight outer jacket large enough for layering

Hiking boots – water resistant, vibrant soles for climbing

and/or rubber boots

Camp shoes for after hours in cabins

Gloves-insulated and water proof- 2 pairs

Rifle and ammunition – we supply scabbard unless you need an oversized model for special sized scopes & gun

Nylon Biking Shorts, snug fit - Helps chafing from horseback riding

Flashlight & Batteries

Personal Cosmetics-Prescriptions-Insect repellant-Sunscreen-Towel

Clothing-Usually 2-3 pairs of pants, denim, wool or fleece is sufficient – should fit loosely for comfort on horseback. Thermal underwear, outer shirts, socks, underwear- 2-3 sets in case of getting wet.

Satellite Phone – if you will need contact while in remote spike camps we recommend that you bring a satellite phone

2. Who will meet me upon my arrival at the airport?

Clients are met at the airport by our expeditor who will take clients to the hotel for the first night. (Clients that fly in on the morning flight will be met and transported to the charter flight.) Clients will be picked up the following morning and taken to the charter flight. We ask that all hard gun cases be left with the expeditor, as well as, any street clothes or gear that will not be needed in camp. We try to keep the charter flight weight at 50 lbs per person. The expeditor can also assist you with any last minute items that you may need.

3. What is the policy on tipping guides, wranglers, cooks, etc.?

Tipping is not a requirement, however, the employees in this industry are rewarded with tips. We pay our staff well to assure the best guides, wranglers, cooks and helpers but their personal rewards are from the hunters. A good rule of the trade is the traditional 10% of the hunt cost. It is personal choice and obviously depends on your particular situation and success. Most of the time the 10% is spread out between each of your personal attendees. You will have your own guide, and sometimes share the wrangler, cook and camp helper so you can decide depending on the personalized service you require and receive. Please assure your clients that they can feel free to discuss this with Kevin or Victoria anytime.

4. How do I pay Final Payments and/or Trophy Fee’s in the Area?

When paying for these items in camp they need to be in cash, cashiers checks or travelers checks. We cannot accept personal or business checks while we are in the mountains. We can accept Visa or Mastercard, there is a 3% administration fee.

5. What if my client needs to arrive/leave on an unscheduled charter flight?

The final payment includes the charter flight from Fort St. John or Whitehorse to camp and return in relation to your scheduled hunt dates. If for any reason you need to arrive before or after those specified dates you will have the need for a non-scheduled charter flight. This flight will be over and above the amount you have prepaid of $700.00US round trip for BC and $1,000US round trip for the Yukon. We can call for a plane for these non-scheduled trips at anytime depending on weather and do not mind doing so but want you to be aware of the charge for this service.

6. Meat Processing and Shipping:

Meat will be field prepared, ie quartered and in some cases boned. The government requires all meat to be flown out of camp. Your choice is to cut and wrap and ship to your residence or leave with us and we have a meat donation program. You are responsible for the flight of your meat. The cost is $400.00US per animal (elk, moose, caribou, goat) sheep meat is usually consumed in camp and there will be no charge. Processing of meat, shipping containers, export permits, import permit and custom clearing is available for $950US for Moose and $800US for Elk, this includes trucking to the Seattle Seatac FedEx station, from there your meat will be shipped via FedEx at an additional charge. If interested in a small amount, our recommendation is to take your meat with you as excess baggage. We can provide containers at a nominal charge. Once delivered to the airlines the meat is out of our hands as far as spoilage. A signed waiver will be required as well as a credit card number prior to shipping. You can also take a portion and leave the balance for the donation program. Please call us if you have any other questions.

7. Taxidermy:

The animals will be field prepared while in camp. We strongly recommend that you use our on-site taxidermist to crate and ship your trophies to either you or your taxidermist. He will properly dry the capes and then ship them. This service can be discussed with Bazil, of Peace Taxidermy (250) 785-3468. It is not possible to take them as excess baggage. All antlers and capes must be properly packaged and shipped as Air Cargo. Once again, this is why we recommend Peace Taxidermy. To prevent any unexpected delays, shipping is usually preferred.

8. Liquor:

We operate liquor free camps. If you choose to bring something for yourself we do not mind but request that it not be shared with employees. If you wish to purchase liquor in town before departing the expeditor can make arrangements for you to be transported to the liquor store.