Thread: Realistic cost to hunt Moose in Yukon ??

For the 2 seasons I worked there, the success rate on moose was 100%. Most of the outfitters operate well beyond where the average recreational hunter hunts. Its a requirement to take all 4 wheels and backstops, so unless there is close vehicle access, or the locals have access to a pack string, nearly all of the hunting activity on the concessions is guided. some operators use Argo's, some use jet boats on the big rivers, and others do it the traditional way with pack horses and remote camps.

Hmmm nowi know the value of the offer i had i should follow it up more seriously....

Wow Cheers for all the info guys appreciate It!!!!!! A few Emails have been sent, well more than a few so hopefully hear back from someone Thanks again

Yeah mate ...all sounds good on paper with the photos.

In the early 80s I flew out of Wales Alaska (that’s where we crossed over)Flew twin otters on hunting trips to the peninsula.A variety of hunts..mostly moose,and grizz,and the occasional wolf,they are a big animalthere.We were chartered into various camps,into uelen,and laverentiya area,some with airstrips,some had roads that were used as airstrips.

Expensive shit by all accounts and most, rough as guts.Talk about some very shady characters,the clientele,mostly yanks and very well off Germans were the bulk,you would get a few yarpies and the rest Europeans,had a couple of oz boys once.My point be careful how you tread there.Admittedly,this was a long time ago,and I’m sure things have changed,they have.

After reading Moas piece I called a mate In anchorage to see if he could get me some info on anyone still doing the charters.He basically explained that it has become too expensive for most,several accidents,fatal,have meant tough restrictions.They have operators out,sure,...my advice,if you decide to take this adventure,and it surely is a remarkable place,make the effort to try and contact those who have done a hunting trip there.

I always asked the clients how it went,(I was just the taxi),some were over the moon,some,the worst thing they had ever done.....never hunted there myself,so it’s a moot point......but the peninsula,is an incredible piece of property

Originally Posted by Moa Hunter

Before you decide check out the Moose on the Kamchatka peninsula. Direct flight to Japan then across to Russia. Google Kamchatka Hunting

@2Quack if you have a chance buy and read James A Michener's "Alaska" the end runs through the History right from Mammoths to the 80's when it was written. It's a fictional account based on historical events. I wanted to go ever since reading that as a kid.

Originally Posted by A330driver

Yeah mate ...all sounds good on paper with the photos.

In the early 80s I flew out of Wales Alaska (that’s where we crossed over)Flew twin otters on hunting trips to the peninsula.A variety of hunts..mostly moose,and grizz,and the occasional wolf,they are a big animalthere.We were chartered into various camps,into uelen,and laverentiya area,some with airstrips,some had roads that were used as airstrips.

Expensive shit by all accounts and most, rough as guts.Talk about some very shady characters,the clientele,mostly yanks and very well off Germans were the bulk,you would get a few yarpies and the rest Europeans,had a couple of oz boys once.My point be careful how you tread there.Admittedly,this was a long time ago,and I’m sure things have changed,they have.

After reading Moas piece I called a mate In anchorage to see if he could get me some info on anyone still doing the charters.He basically explained that it has become too expensive for most,several accidents,fatal,have meant tough restrictions.They have operators out,sure,...my advice,if you decide to take this adventure,and it surely is a remarkable place,make the effort to try and contact those who have done a hunting trip there.

I always asked the clients how it went,(I was just the taxi),some were over the moon,some,the worst thing they had ever done.....never hunted there myself,so it’s a moot point......but the peninsula,is an incredible piece of property

I have a friend who used to operate a 'Safari Lodge' business. He told me about Kamchatka and has hunted there several times. I could ask him who to use. Anyway Jim told me that the Kamchatka moose were on average bigger than Alaska.

Moose are such a massive animal - what do you do with all that meat ?

Been looking into Kamchatka as well, Cheers for the heads up Moa Hunter, there’s a couple of U.S outfitters that are running hunts there and they have some pretty attractive packages, almost half the price of a Yukon hunt, just seems sketchy trying to get a rifle, gear bags and myself to arrive in the same place at the same time in the same part of Russia!!!
A330driver, were the accidents and deaths recent ??
If anyone’s keen to team up and head to Russia for Moose sing out seems to be some deals on 2 party hunts !!

Moose is top shelf eating. Big, dark, tender and tasty Tbones as I remember. Firm and doesn't shrink as a steak when cooked. Better than any NZ venison.

Originally Posted by Husky1600

I was working 90 km East of Dease Lake, all the moose taken in that area were 60" plus, and had to have at least 3 points on the bottom tyne, or 10 total overall on one side, so pretty big. Can post some pics sometime if I only knew how!

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Pic heavy, just a few I could find in a hurry, a moose hunt aint a moose hunt 'til you've flown in a floatplane, slept in a wall tent in minus 15, ridden a horse for a full day, or tried to pack all your meat out on the packhorses.

Originally Posted by 2Quack

just seems sketchy trying to get a rifle, gear bags and myself to arrxive in the same place at the same time in the same part of Russia!!!
A330driver, were the accidents and deaths recent ??
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A great friend of mine was murdered on a hunt in Russia.
It most likely was the guide or at leaat he was in on it.
Very different values

Quote...A330driver, were the accidents and deaths recent ??

I should have clarified that,poorly written mate.The accidents were Aircraft accidents,mostly weather related and overloads.This was back in the 8Os,where it was very much the “wild east”.Recent posts here may tell a different story,but if your looking for the adventure......that never changes

I would be very careful selecting a hunt in Russia, I have heard lots of horror stories that ended up very expensive with not much to show for it.

Damn those are some cool photos Husky ,just makes me wanna go even more!!!
So far the outfitters I’ve talked to make it seem such an easy process but looking at some international forums it can be hit and miss with flights customs and general expectations vs reality of camps food and general hunting experience. Not after just a head on the wall but more of a true wilderness expierience and reading a few stories it would seem the hunts and animals themselves are quite easy and over and done quickly, with the only real goal is to get an animal down so they can get you outta there asap.
There’s a few more outfitters I’d like to talk to but it’s looking like a trip not to do solo for a first time international hunt, thanks heaps to all who took the time to reply with info it was really helpful !!! Maybe I’ll look into doing a season working in Alaska first
Cheers