Canada BC 2019 North & South British Columbia
Hunting in North & South BC Our Partner, Big Time Hunts Ltd. Has hunting grounds Located in the north by the border of the Yukon and Alaska, and in the south at the famous Oaknagan Valley. The starting points of the hunts are Whitehorse and Kelowna, which can be reached by major airlines. Meet and greet at the Airport or Hotel with our partner. We are happy to reserve your hotel for accommodation on arrival. Transfer to the camps is done with boats, seaplane or car. For our Partner it is very important that he offer you comfortable accommodation. Accommodation is either in cabins or depending on the season and hunted species in tents. At the end of the season, our partner will ship the trophies to you or to the taxidermist. There is also the possibility to prepare the trophies locally in Canada. - 2 -
Northern British Columbia Hunting ground: The hunting ground in northern British Columbia is located 2 hours from Whitehorse. The only access is via seaplane or boat. Glaciers have shaped the striking coastal mountains. The rough country with numerous lakes and streams offer a dreamlike atmosphere for hunting. We offer hunts for Mountain Goat, Canadian Moose, Stone Sheep, Mountain Caribou, Black Bear and Wolf. Accommodation: Most of the hunts take place from cabins or partially heated tents. When hunting Mountain Goats and Stone Sheep it is possible that you will be accommodated in a spike camp for several nights. Hunting: The hunting season in northern areas starts with the spring hunting of Black Bears. During this time, there is a possibility to hunt Wolves. The beginning of the hunt depends on the melting of snow. Experience has shown that at the end of May, and beginning of June the lake can be traveled by boat. From August 1 st, Mountain Goat and Stone Sheep can be hunted. On August 15 th, hunts start on Moose and Caribou. Except Moose, all other hunting seasons closed on October 15 th. Depending on the type of hunted species, the hunt takes 8 or 12 days. In general, the hunts are hunt guidance 1:1. Besides boats, ATV s are also used for transportation. - 3 -
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Prices 2019 BC North Canada Moose - 12 hunting days, hunt guidance 1:1 Mountain Goat - 8 hunting days, hunt guidance 1:1 Stone Sheep - 12 hunting days, hunt guidance 1:1 Mountain Caribou - 10 hunting days, hunt guidance 1:1 Black Bear - Spring incl. 2 Black Bears 12 hunting days 2 Black Bear Combo Moose & Mountain Goat or Mountain Caribou or Black Bear 12 hunting days, hunt guidance 1:1 Moose & Goat or Caribou or Black Bear USD 17,700 USD 4,500 USD 14,000 USD 3,700 USD 43,500 USD 4,500 USD 14,000 USD 3,700 USD 10,750 USD 3,700 USD 23,000 USD 5,000 If species are not harvest by lack off opportunities, the trophy fee will be refunded. Wounded game is considered shot and thus is charged for. All guests automatically receive a Wolf license License, tags & government tax for further trophies Moose CAD 265 Moutain Goat CAD 370 Stone Sheep CAD 625 Mountain Caribou CAD 245 Black Bear CAD 195-5 -
Possible Itinerary for 12 days hunt: Costs include DAY 01 Departure form Europe, arrival & overnight DAY 02 Meet and greet at the hotel and transfer to camp DAY 03 12 10 hunting days DAY 13 Transfer to the airport and if needed overnight DAY 14 Return flight DAY 15 Arrival in Europe Meet & Greet Aircharter to camp Hunt guidance with a guide, hunting vehicle during the hunt Accommodation in cabins or tents and board during the hunt Trophy pre-preparation (skinning and salting), license and tags of the booked hunt Additional Flights (we are happy to organize your flights to Canada) On request costs Travel insurance On request Air Charter non scheduled flights USD 2,000 Hunting license CAD 180 GST 5 % on all License, Tags & government Tax for further trophies See list Non Resident Hunting Preservation Fund USD 200 Trophy pre-preparation and shipment On request Spirits, beverages Observer (not recommended on Sheeps hunts). USD 6,300 Accommodation and board before / after the hunt On request Canada rifle import permit CAD 25 Suggested gratuities 10 % of hunt price Organization fee per Hunter USD 300 Organization fee per Observer USD 150 Northern aera - 6 -
Southern British Columbia Hunting ground: The southern hunting area is located in the Oaknagan Valley; it is about an hour s flight east of Vancouver in southern Canada. The region is well known for vineyards and offers excellent Puma and Wapiti trophies. A special feature is the hunt for Shiraz Moose, which occurs in addition to the Canadian Moose in British Columbia. The hunting area is easily accessible by forest roads and offers the hunter the best conditions. We offered hunts for Puma, Wapiti, Shiraz Moose, Black Bear, Whitetail Deer and Mule Deer. Accommodation: The hunts are done mostly from cabins. Hunting: From beginning of May, there is the possibility to hunt for Black. The hunting of Wapiti starts on September 10 th and takes place mainly during the rut. The hunting season of Shiraz Moose starts on October 1 st and ends on November 30 th. Depending on snow conditions, using snowmobiles is possible. Puma can be hunted from mid-november. The hunt takes place with dogs - they search for fresh tracks made by Puma. As in the northern hunting grounds, the duration of hunting is 8 and 12 hunting days. In general, the hunts are guided 1:1. - 7 -
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Prices 2019 BC South Puma - 10 hunting days, hunt guidance 1:1, incl. predator hunt & trapping (There is also the option to buy license for Wolf / Bobcat & Coyote). Wapiti - 10 hunting days, hunt guidance 1:1 Shiraz Moose - 10 hunting days, hunt guidance 1:1 Black Bear - 8 hunting days, hunt guidance 1:1 USD 9,000 USD 1,750 USD 8,000 USD 1,200 USD 12,800 USD 1,200 USD 4,450 USD 850 Whitetail Deer - 8 hunting days, hunt guidance 1:1, incl. USD 4,300 Mule Deer - 8 hunting days, hunt guidance 1:1, incl. USD 6,000 Combo Shiraz Moose & Wapiti 10 hunting days, hunt guidance 1:1, USD 19,000 Shiraz Moose & Wapiti USD 2,500 If species are not harvested by lack off opportunities, the trophy fee will be refunded Wounded game is considered shot and thus is charged for. All guests automatically receive a Wolf license License, tags & government tax for further trophies Wolf CAD 55 Bobcat CAD 45 Wapiti CAD 260 Moose CAD 260 Black Bear CAD 200 Whitetail- and Mule Deer CAD 135 Possible Itinerary for 10 days hunt: Costs include DAY 01 Departure form Europe, arrival & overnight stay DAY 02 Meet and greet at the hotel and transfer to camp DAY 03 10 8 hunting days DAY 11 Transfer to the airport and if needed overnight DAY 12 Return flight DAY 13 Arrival in Europe Meet & Greet Hunt guidance with a guide, hunting vehicle during the hunt Accommodation in cabins and board during the hunt Trophy pre-preparation (skinning and salting), license and tags of the booked hunt - 9 -
Additional Flights (we are happy to organize your flights to Canada) On request costs Travel insurance On request Transport from/to airport to the camp non scheduled flights USD 1,000 Hunting license CAD 180 GST 5 % on all License, Tags & government Tax for further trophies See list Non Resident Hunting Preservation Fund USD 200 Trophy pre-preparation and shipment On request Spirits, beverages Observer USD 2,900 Accommodation and board before / after the hunt On request Canada rifle import permit CAD 25 Suggested gratuities 10 % of hunt price Organization fee per Hunter USD 300 Organization fee per Observer USD 150 Southern region Recommended Equipment List: 1 x warm hunting jacket 1 x warm sweater or fleece jacket 1 x light sweater 3 x hunting shirts 2 x long hunting pants (fleece, cotton or loden) Underwear depends on personal requirements 2 x combinations long underwear 3 x pairs of thick socks 4 x pairs of hiking socks 1 x warm headgear with ear protection 1 x good broken in hiking boots with Gore Tex (Meindl Island or Makalu ) 1 x shoes for the camp (sneakers or loafers) 1 x qualitative good raincoat with hood and rain pants (material should be breathable for example Gore-Tex) it should be so large that it easily fits over normal clothing, ideally you should not have to take off your shoes - 10 -
1 x Gloves 1 x warm gloves 1 x backpack with bearer frame min 80 liters 1 x warm light sleeping bag (comfort range to -10 C, ideal down) 1 x cotton-ticking for sleeping bag 1 x sleeping pad (Thermarest or Expad) 1 x Seat Toiletries and small towel Mosquito repellent Spare glasses Sunscreen Photography equipment Hunting knives (switchblades with belt pouch, blade max. 9cm) Small flashlight with spare batteries and belt pouch Water bottle 1 liter Personal medication Hunting rifle with scope with air travel compatible case Cleaning supplies 40 rounds ammunition Bullet pouch Binoculars (8x30, 8x40 or 10x40) Important for the trip: Weapon and ammunition packed separately! Also, do not carry/pack any ammunition or a knife in your carry-on luggage. Since 01.01.2001, the Canadian Customs requires a completed, so-called Firearm declaration (rifle import permit). If we have already handed out this form in advance, please do not sign it. The signature must be made in the presence of a Canadian customs officer upon inspection. Entry requirements Please note the entry requirements for the respective country. Information can be obtained at the responsible consulate. In case a visa is needed, please be advised, that the acquisition is your own responsibility. Vaccination requirements: Please note the vaccination requirements for the respective country. Information can be obtained at the responsible tropical institute. In case a vaccination is needed, please be advised, that the adherence is your own responsibility. The General Terms and Conditions of Blaser Safaris GmbH apply. Blaser Safaris GmbH acts as an intermediary and is not the organizer of hunting tours. Subject to errors and alterations of prices and programs. Version 12/2018. - 11 -
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