Who We Are

I have been hunting for over 35 years now and grew up with my father’s hunting stories from British Columbia . I am an avid Bowhunter first and have acquired most of my big game close to home in Alberta where I have earned my Alberta Bowhunters Grande Master Bowhunting award . My main passion is bow hunting elk mostly, but I also use a rifle when needed .

The idea of outfitting started for me about 10 years ago as I seemed to enjoy taking most of my friends, and new bowhunters, out hunting for elk as I seem to have pretty good luck in pursuit of these beautiful and majestic animals which has led to many successes along the way .

As a hunter the worst camp I could get into would be a camp where it was oversold and they did not give what has been promised! I am a hunter first and an outfitter second so I have a level of expectation of what should be provided. All of my guides are hunters first and, like me they do this because they like meeting new people and spending time in the bush.  Handicapped, or fit, novice or expert, all hunters will be treated with respect and I will work at tailoring the hunt for their individual needs and abilities.

If you choose to hunt with us, we commit to giving you the best hunt that we can offer.

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Our Camps

 

Because of the vast and remote area that we hunt we use modern spike camps with tents. Your comfort is one of our primary concerns! All of your bedding, towels and extra toiletries are supplied. You only need to bring your hunting gear, rifle or bow and personal items. Delicious and homemade meals are another of our priorities and we cater to preferences and allergies.

 

A LETTER FROM RICK

Hello and welcome to Northern Alberta. We are offering you a true wilderness experience. You will enjoy seven days of hunting on some of the finest river valleys, foothills  and trails that  Alberta’s beautiful north has to offer. Depending upon your hunt, it may  consist of travelling along the quiet still river in the mornings by boat, calling for moose off the Aspen benches, riding on ATV along wilderness trails or hiking along ridges on  sleepy foggy mornings.

At Alberta Wildland Outfitters we believe that there are two seasons a year ; “Hunting Season and Getting Ready for Hunting Season!”Northern Alberta has some of the worlds finest hunting.  Our  archery season is from August 25 to September 16th, this period brings great opportunity for archery elk hunters. Rifle season runs from September 17th through to the end of November. This is when we offer our rifle/bow elk hunts and rifle/bow rut moose hunts.  Depending on which species you are hunting the best time to come is during the rut. at this time the animals are very active and very vocal making for prime hunting conditions !

The hunt starts in Grande Prairie which is the closest airport, Followed by a drive of anywhere from 2 to 4 1/2  hours north of Grande Prairie to our hunt sites. There will be a day of travelling from Grande Prairie to the hunt site on each end of the hunt. (You need to catch the early flight into Grande Prairie)

All your meals on the hunt and the transportation to the hunt site are included. This is definitely a wilderness hunt and we are back off the roads. Camp will be heated wall tents with cots. There will not be running water but there will be warm water to wash.

Weather conditions are hard to predict. You can expect frost at night but it can be quite warm mid day and afternoon. (The weather won’t be much different than an early bear hunt in May) I have seen snow the first week of October but that is not the norm, but it generally doesn’t last.

Winter coveralls would be needed for travelling on the boat or quad in the morning and a selection of layered clothing for the day. If you have insulated rubber boots they would come in handy as well as rain gear.

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Do you provide group discounts?

A: For Bear Hunts we provide group discounts. Please feel free to contact us if you have three or more people coming.

Q: Is lodging included?

A: Lodging, food and transportation while hunting is provided on all hunts.

Q. What should we bring on a hunt?

A:  Rifle and Ammunition , sleeping bag, suitable hunting attire(wool or comparable quiet clothing), Rain gear, waterproof footwear suitable for cold weather for sitting or walking, comfortable camp shoes, mosquito repellent and netting, towel, toiletries, thermal underwear, hunting knife, binoculars, proper identification for obtaining hunting licences, camera and film.

Q. What time of year do we moose hunt?

A: The prime time for moose hunting is September 27th to about the 12th of October.

Q: What about Canadian Customs?

A: Passports are necessary for border crossing into Canada. All non- Canadians coming to Canada from other countries must comply with Canadian immigration rules and regulations regarding legal admission to Canada regardless of intention or reason for coming to Canada.

Q: Can I bring my firearm into Canada?  

A: For hunters bringing their firearms into Canada, a confirmed Non-Resident Firearm Declaration (CAFC 909) will serve as a licence and registration. The Non-Resident Firearms Declaration and its continuation sheet (CAFC 909EF) must be presented in triplicate, unsigned, to a Canada Customs Officer at your first point of entry into Canada. Any associated fees are not included in the price of your hunt. For more information phone 1-800-731-4000 or email canadian.firearms@justice.gc.ca or download the forms from:  http://www.cfc-cafc.gc.ca

Q. What is the weather like in Alberta?

A: Spring weather for Alberta usually ranges from 60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day but drops down around the freezing mark for night. Our falls usually range from 50 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit with nights also possibly dropping below freezing especially into October. A skiff of snow should come as no surprise!