Northwest Territories Hunting Guide - 2015

LINH NGUYEN

Table of Contents Adventure of a Lifetime ....................... 1

Your Northern Hunting Odyssey ......... 9

Ultimate Thrill ..................................... 2

Game Information.............................. 11

Vast, Remote and Rugged ................. 3

Getting Here ..................................... 24

Barrenlands and Boreal Forest ........... 5

Map ................................................. 25

Mackenzie Mountains......................... 6

Operator Listings .............................. 27

Beaufort Delta and High Arctic ........... 7 Cover photo: Jason Van Bruggen

The metric system is used for all measurements in this guide.

Following are conversions of the more common uses:

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Game Information

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Operator Listings

ROBERT BERDAN

1 kilometre (km) = .62 miles 1 metre (m) = 39 inches 1 kilogram (kg) = 2.2 pounds Indicates a member of Northwest Territories Tourism at the time of publication.

The 2015 Hunting Guide is published by Northwest Territories Tourism, P.O. Box 610 Yellowknife NT X1A 2N5 Canada.

Toll free in North America 1-800-661-0788 Telephone (867) 873-5007 Fax (867) 873-4059 Email: info@spectacularnwt.com Web: spectacularnwt.com Production by Kellett Communications Inc., Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. Printed in Canada for free distribution.

DISCLAIMER – The information on services and licences contained in this book is intended for non-residents of the Northwest Territories and non-resident aliens visiting Canada. It is offered to you as a matter of interest and is believed to be correct and accurate at the time of printing.

If you would like to check the current licence status of a Northwest Territories operator or to get an official copy of the NWT Hunting Regulations, please contact the Government of the Northwest Territories at (867) 873-7903.

Prices are subject to change without notice. Northwest Territories Tourism and Kellett Communications Inc. accept no liability for errors or omissions.

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STEP INTO THE ADVENTURE OF

A LIFETIME

The Northwest Territories is a place where nature has remained unchanged for millennia. The boundaries of this place stretch as far as your imagination. It is a place of iconic wildlife and one-of-a-kind hunting opportunities, but also a place where the ultimate trophy is creating your own epic story.

The immense tracts of land and water in the Northwest Territories allow both big and small game to thrive without the pressures of encroaching civilization. Our healthy populations of wildlife and diverse geography provide exciting challenges to even the most skilled hunters.

Our experienced lodge owners and guides have an intimate knowledge of our land and its wildlife. They will welcome you with northern hospitality and lead you on a spectacular adventure you will never forget.

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ULTIMATE THRILL The Northwest Territories is one of those rare places in the world, where wildlife plays out nature’s dramas the same way it has since time immemorial. The land is immense, the human population is sparse, and the relationship between hunter and game goes back countless generations.

From the boreal forest to the Mackenzie Mountains to the Arctic tundra, the Northwest Territories’ unique landscapes are home to an array of iconic animals that are perfectly adapted to these formidable terrains.

Muskoxen, caribou, wolves, Dall’s sheep and polar bear are just a few of our native species, and our world-class operators and guides will lead you to them.

GEORGE FISCHER

WAYNE LYNCH

Watch the midnight sun turn the North into one of the most active and productive ecosystems on our planet or witness the awe-inspiring Aurora Borealis as it lights up the autumn sky. These stunning backdrops are just part of the unique northern realities you’ll encounter while hunting in the Northwest Territories.

Check out the following pages and start planning your trip. Then come test your skills against northern wild game in their natural habitat, and experience the ultimate thrill of sport hunting.

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Vast, remote and

RUGGED

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REINVIGORATE YOURSELF The Arctic tundra crunches underfoot. Crisp clean air fills your lungs.

Spanning millions of square kilometres, this untouched wilderness hides elusive game, from Dall’s sheep in the Mackenzie Mountains to polar bear in the high Arctic.

Hike through the South Nahanni and feel the exhilaration of discovery as you pass rivers, approach another mountain or uncover a hidden valley.

Witness a herd of muskoxen on the tundra, their coats swaying in the wind, and you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time.

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VEITCH/GNWT

As you take in the stunning northern landscape, your mind will clear and your senses will awaken. Sights and sounds, smells and tastes begin to have distinct meaning. The hunt connects you to the cycle of life.

To our licensed operators, this is the world’s largest backyard. They know it intimately and can lead you on an unforgettable trip. All you need is your camera and gear. We’ll show you the rest.

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BARRENLANDS AND BOREAL FOREST Above and below the treeline, nature’s maze surrounds you as the crisp, clean air sharpens your senses. This is how it feels to be alive.

With many animals travelling from one environment to the next, you’ll typically find wolves, muskoxen and grizzlies in the Barrenlands, while black bears and smaller game dwell in the boreal forest.

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ROBERT BERDAN

Nothing barren about it, the Barrenlands are covered with a living carpet of low-lying brush and flowers. In fall, the colour is electric. From the southeast corner to the upper west corner of the mainland, wide-open tundra and rolling ridges fade into infinity.

MACKENZIE MOUNTAINS Running along the Northwest Territories’ western border, the Mackenzie Mountains are a hunter’s dream destination featuring breathtaking vistas and challenging terrain. South Nahanni or Arctic Red River hunts will lead you to elusive Dall’s sheep and mountain goats negotiating the craggy slopes.

GEORGE FISCHER

The area’s other big game includes black bears, moose and wolves.

Snowshoe hare and ptarmigan are plentiful, making for great small game hunts – not to mention great fishing in the fresh mountain lakes and rivers.

Within an assigned area of up to 38,000 square kilometres of peaks and valleys, you’ll find a number of licensed operators – all with great success rates and jaw-dropping entries in the record books.

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BEAUFORT DELTA AND HIGH ARCTIC Although epic in its vast beauty, the extreme North is a challenging place to survive in, let alone hunt. The welcoming communities of the Beaufort Delta and high Arctic, along with knowledgeable guides, will help you navigate this unique landscape.

Home to some of the world’s most iconic animals, you’ll spot Arctic foxes and hear the howl of distant Arctic wolves as they follow Barrenground caribou. More elusive grizzly and polar bears stalk the edges of your perception. Muskoxen herds are common on the northern Arctic islands, providing subsistence hunting for locals and once-in-a-lifetime hunts for visitors.

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WAYNE LYNCH

This landscape will test your hunting mettle, and can be traversed with the help of the region’s guides. The Inuvialuit people have hunted here for thousands of years, and know this area and its animals better than anyone.

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Your Northern Hunting

ODYSSEY

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The Northwest Territories has been the stage for adventure tales going back to the beginning of history. Why not add yours? Embark on your personal northern hunting odyssey and bring home a story they’ll never forget. Welcome to the Northwest Territories, where there are no bag limits on adventures.

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BARRENGROUND CARIBOU Rangifer taradus groenlandicus Barrenground caribou can be found across the northern Northwest Territories.

Currently only one management zone for Dolphin and Union caribou on Victoria Island is open for non-resident hunting. Barrenground caribou hunting across mainland Northwest Territories remains closed for non-resident hunting at this time.

CHARACTERISTICS

Adult males stand about 110 cm (43 in) high at the shoulder and weigh about 140 kg (308 lb) in the fall when they are in their prime. Caribou are the only species in which both males and females grow antlers, and shed and regrow them every year. Hollow guard hairs keep caribou buoyant while swimming across rivers and lakes, and act as an insulating layer to conserve body heat in the winter.

CHALLENGES

Caribou have long legs that end in large, broad, sharp-edged hooves, providing good support and traction to move quickly over snow, ice or muskeg. They can walk at about 7 km/hour (4 mi/hour) when migrating and can cover 20-65 km (12-45 mi) a day.

TERRAIN

Most Barrenground caribou herds in the Northwest Territories spend winter in forested areas below the treeline. Spring migration returns herds to their traditional calving grounds until after the fall rut when they migrate southward again. Exceptions are the Tuktoyaktuk herd, Ahiak herd and Cape Bathurst herd, which spend much of the winter on the tundra.

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SEASON August 15 – October 31

BAG LIMIT 1 or more in accordance with the number of tags held (males only).

Only the Dolphin and Union caribou are currently open to non-resident hunters.

BLACK BEAR Ursus americanus Black bears have had little hunting pressure in most of the territory.

The Northwest Territories’ immense wilderness, with countless bodies of water, is the ideal habitat for black bears.

CHARACTERISTICS

Chunky, with broad heads and stubby necks, black bears found in the Northwest Territories commonly have dark coats with tan muzzles and frequently a white V on their chests. Their weight varies seasonally from 150-225 kg (330-495 lb). Thin in the spring post-hibernation, they are largest in the fall when they can gain as much as 14 kg (31 lbs) a week.

CHALLENGES

With easy access to tree and/or water escape routes, black bears have a reputation for being less confrontational than grizzlies, but are still formidable if angered or cornered. Though noted for poor eyesight, they have excellent hearing and sense of smell, and are surprisingly fast considering their less than aerodynamic shape.

TERRAIN SEASON Depending on region August 15 – October 31 August 15 – June 30

Though occasionally found on the tundra, black bears prefer the boreal forest with access to open areas that provide them with berries, shrubs and grasses.

BAG LIMIT 1 adult bear not accompanied by cub(s).

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DALL’S SHEEP Ovis dalli dalli Famous for the spectacular curved horns sported by rams, Dall’s sheep are one of the most impressive creatures to range the alpine north. These midsized, thin horn mountain sheep, can be found in both the Mackenzie and Richardson mountain ranges (but can only be hunted by non-resident hunters in the Mackenzie Mountains).

CHARACTERISTICS

Both rams and ewes sport horns, but male Dall’s sheep horns are noticeably larger and more curved. For most of the year, rams and ewes group themselves in separate herds, with rams often gathering in numbers of up to ten – though they can sometimes be found solo.

CHALLENGES

The sheer-angled, tricky terrain favoured by Dall’s sheep offers a significant challenge to any hunter.

As well, the agile, fleet-hoofed sheep have excellent eyesight and sense of smell and are able to spot danger from considerable distances.

TERRAIN

Dall’s sheep prefer a mix of open alpine ridges, meadows, and steep slopes with access to rugged “escape terrain” close by. They use the ridges, meadows and steep slopes for feeding and resting, and if threatened flee to otherwise impassable rocks and crags to elude pursuers.

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SEASON July 15 – October 31

BAG LIMIT 1 adult male with a minimum 3/4 curl.

GRIZZLY BEAR Ursus arctos horribilis Grizzly bears range across the north and eastern Mackenzie District. Though still a ferocious predator and formidable prey, Northwest Territories grizzlies tend to be smaller than their southern counterparts. Non-resident hunters can only hunt grizzlies within the Inuvialuit Settlement Region of the Northwest Territories.

CHARACTERISTICS

Larger than black bears and more heavily built, grizzlies are noted for their distinctively long, upturned snout, pronounced shoulder hump and elongated claws.

CHALLENGES

Despite their stocky, ambling appearance, grizzlies can move with devastating speed. There are few creatures on the planet as protective as a female grizzly with cubs.

SEASON Depending on region August 31 – October 31 April 15 – May 31 September 1 – May 31

TERRAIN

Grizzlies travel great distances with home ranges of around 6,700 square kilometres (4,163 square miles). They are found on the open Barrenlands and Mackenzie Mountains but boreal forest sightings are not uncommon.

BAG LIMIT 1 adult bear not accompanied by a cub(s) or in a den.

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MOOSE Alces americanus The largest member of the deer family, moose are much prized by hunters for the huge, distinctive antlers sported by bulls. Moose are found in all areas of the Northwest Territories, but can only be hunted by non-resident hunters in the Mackenzie Mountains.

CHARACTERISTICS

Aside from the famous shovel-shaped antlers sported by bull moose, which reach their maximum size in August/September, moose are also noted for their long, snow-friendly legs. Massive in size, they can reach 600 kg (1,320 lb) and 2.5 m (8.2 ft). They rarely move at great speed, but when startled can go as fast as 55 km/hour (34 mi/hour).

CHALLENGES

Moose are unpredictable. With excellent sense of smell and hearing but poor eyesight, their typical response to threat is to withdraw quietly into the boreal forest, where they blend in with their surroundings until danger has passed. But startled moose can sometimes bolt in any direction.

TERRAIN

Moose inhabit lowland regions with semi-open forest cover and are particularly abundant along the Mackenzie and Liard Rivers. Their favourite habitat is the new growth that springs up after a forest fire, where young willow, aspen and birch provide superior forage. In the Mackenzie Mountains, moose mainly occur along rivers where there are willows, alders and other favoured browse species.

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SEASON September 1 – October 31

BAG LIMIT 1

MOUNTAIN CARIBOU Rangifer tarandus caribou Mountain caribou are an ecotype of the woodland caribou species. There are at least three distinct herds in the Mackenzie Mountains: the Redstone, South Nahanni and Bonnet Plume.

CHARACTERISTICS

Bull mountain caribou can reach up to 272 kg (600 lb) in mass with heights of up to 1.25 m (4 ft) and extravagantly large antlers. Their bodies, muzzle and tail are covered by a warm, hollow-haired coat, as are their large feet, which act as snowshoes helping them “float” on soft snow. A clicking sound when they walk comes from tendons slipping over the bones in their feet.

CHALLENGES

As well as being protected by their rugged terrain, mountain caribou have a keen sense of smell that helps them sense danger. When grouped in rutting bunches of 20 to 50, they are able to be vigilant in 360 degrees.

TERRAIN SEASON July 25 – October 31

BAG LIMIT

As per their name, mountain caribou range at different elevations of the Mackenzie Mountains depending on the season. They subsist on a diet of grass, lichens and shrub leaves.

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MOUNTAIN GOAT Oreamnos americanus Related more closely to the antelope than the goat despite their name, the 1,000 or so mountain goats in the Northwest Territories can be found high on the crags and ledges of the Mackenzie Mountains.

CHARACTERISTICS

Shaggy white coats make mountain goats hard to spot against their Mackenzie Mountain habitat.

Both males and females have short black horns and suction-cup-like hooves to quickly and easily negotiate the near-vertical terrain.

CHALLENGES

Difficult prey because of their perilous habitat, mountain goats are also agile and blessed with keen eyesight.

TERRAIN

Aside from occasional trips down into valleys to visit enticing mineral licks, mountain goats live out their lives perched on tiny, wind-blasted ledges far above the treeline.

SEASON July 15 – October 31

BAG LIMIT 1

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MUSKOXEN Ovibos moschatus Muskoxen can be found across the Barrenlands, Arctic islands, and well below the treeline in the Sahtu and North Slave regions in recent years. A contemporary of the woolly mammoth, they are hardy survivors with shaggy, double-layered coats that help them survive the extreme conditions found in these parts.

CHARACTERISTICS

Aside from their shaggy, dark coat, muskoxen are noted for large and sweeping horns that form a huge, heavily ridged boss atop the forehead of bulls. The largest set of horns on record so far measured 80 cm (31 in). In the wild, adults range from 180-400 kg (400-900 lb).

CHALLENGES

Blessed with a keen sense of smell and eyesight necessary for them to forage through eight months of intense winter, muskoxen are nonetheless unwary, with defenses that serve them well against wolves but less effectively against weapons. When a herd is threatened, muskoxen will face outward to form a defensive ring around the calves to protect them.

SEASON Depending on region August 15 – April 30 October 1 – April 30 September 15 – April 30

August 1 – April 15

TERRAIN

Muskoxen herds habituate dry, rocky terrain.

The tundra where they are most frequently found features ridges and eskers, providing plenty of opportunities for ground cover. In recent years, muskoxen have also expanded their range far below the treeline in the Sahtu and North Slave regions.

BAG LIMIT 1 or more male in accordance with the number of tags held.

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POLAR BEAR Ursus maritimus The North’s most recognizable animal, polar bears are generally found along the Arctic coast and around the Arctic islands.

CHARACTERISTICS

The polar bear is one of the largest of the bear family, with males ranging from 500-600 kg (1,100 -1,300 lb). They are long-bodied, with black skin and keratin filled hairs allowing them to survive their frigid surroundings. Late winter and spring coats have a yellow tinge to them.

CHALLENGES

Polar bears are intensely curious, with an excellent sense of smell and a reputation as fearless carnivores. But much of the challenge involved in hunting them is the extreme climate and terrain conditions in which they live and hunt.

TERRAIN

Polar bears are most comfortable in regions that have a mix of pack ice, open water and land.

Distribution changes according to season, with bears following the melting ice in summer, or sticking close to winter denning areas.

SEASON Depending on region October 1 – May 31 January 1 – May 31 December 1 – May 31

BAG LIMIT

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Adult bears not accompanied by a cub or in a den. Number in accordance with number of tags held. Hunting Regulations for Polar Bear may be changing. Please contact the ENR wildlife website (enr.gov.nt.ca) for more information.

WOLF Canis lupus Wolves range across the Northwest Territories. The boreal or timber wolf is commonly found below the boreal forest, mainland tundra, and in the mountains; the tundra or Arctic wolves range across the Arctic islands. In the Northwest Territories, wolves are classified as both a furbearer and a big game species.

CHARACTERISTICS

Resembling large dogs, wolves are mostly distinguishable by their behavior. Highly organized packs have rigid social structures and en masse howling, which they use for a variety of reasons including enjoyment.

CHALLENGES

Intelligent and canny, the wolf is an elusive prey, with excellent senses and a flair for strategy.

Even the North’s largest animals are at risk when faced with a committed wolf pack.

SEASON Depending on region July 25 – October 10 July 25 – April 15

TERRAIN

Once prevalent across the entire continent, wolves are highly adaptable to any terrain with a reliable source of prey.

BAG LIMIT 1-2 in accordance to the number of tags held.

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WOLVERINE Gulo gulo The largest member of the mustelid family (including weasels and otters), wolverines are highly prized for their fur and highly respected for their reputation as fierce predators. In the Northwest Territories, wolverines are classified as both a furbearer and a big game species.

CHARACTERISTICS

Famed for their courage and aggression, wolverines are tough but tend to obtain much of their diet from scavenging. They are known as “skunk bears” due to their squat, muscular appearance and striped fur.

CHALLENGES

Reclusive and rare, the wolverine is an elusive prey. They have low birth rates and their ranges are extremely sensitive to human impact.

TERRAIN

Wolverines adapt to almost any terrain that offers game or carrion, but human impact has restricted their current range to the Barrenlands, boreal forest, and across the Mackenzie and Richardson Mountains.

SEASON Depending on region July 1 – June 30 August 1 – April 15 December 1 – March 15 August 15 – October 31 July 25 – October 31

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WATERFOWL HUNTING Ducks, geese, coots, rails and snipe can be hunted in the Northwest Territories provided you possess a valid federal Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permit and a Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp.

Waterfowl hunting season in the Northwest Territories is between September 1 and December 10.

In September and early October, duck hunters find excellent opportunities for adventure in the Great Slave Lake area, which lies on the path of four flyways. Several outfitters offer guided waterfowl hunting experiences. At the season’s opening, migrants from the North are joining the local ducks. Throughout September, more ducks arrive as others head south so there is a continual influx of new birds.

WOOD BISON HUNTING NOTICE

Information on seasons, bag limits and fees is available from a Canadian Post Office or from the Canadian Wildlife Service by visiting: ec.gc.ca/alef-ewe/default asp?lang=En&n=304CC675-1.

As of November 12, 2012, all hunting in the Mackenzie Wood Bison Range has been closed.

For more information on these management actions, visit enr.gov.nt.ca.

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NORTHWEST TERRITORIES HUNTING REGULATIONS AND LICENCES Non-residents (and non-resident aliens) of the Northwest Territories must hire a licensed outfitter (operator) to hunt big game (but not small game). Northwest Territories operators provide experienced guides for the hunters they serve. You will also need a hunting licence and tag(s), which may be arranged through your operator prior to your arrival.

LINH NGUYEN

A summary of the Northwest Territories Hunting Regulations is available from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Government of the Northwest Territories. The regulations outline all licence requirements and fees, bag limits for various species, bow hunting regulations, wildlife export permits, hunting areas and restrictions and much more.

Get yours from: enr.gov.nt.ca/sites/default/ files/2014-15_nwt_hunting_guide.pdf.

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JASON VAN BRUGGEN

Iconic, exotic and close. The vast wilderness of the North has remained unchanged for millennia, but the ease and speed with which you can be at the top of the world is astounding.

Travelling to the Northwest Territories today is comparable to travelling to any other destination in North America. The capital city, Yellowknife, is only a 90-minute flight from Edmonton and serves as the hub for flights to smaller airports throughout the territory.

Getting here is easy. The true challenge begins once you step onto our vast, unspoiled terrain and test your skills against some of the worlds most legendary wild game. It’s the adventure of a lifetime.

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HUNTING OPERATORS 2015 HUNTING GUIDE

WESTERN ARCTIC

SAHTU

SOUTH SLAVE

1. Banks Island Tundra Tours

9. Gana River Outfitters Ltd.

No Operators

2. Beaufort Sea Adventures

10. Great Bear Lake Lodge

NORTH SLAVE

3. Chuck Gruben’s Guiding and Outfitting

11. Mackenzie Mountain Outfitters Ltd.

4. Kuptana’s Outfitters and Nature Tours

12. NWT Outfitters

5. Lessard Creek Big Game Outfitters

13. Ram Head Outfitters

6. Pokiak Guiding and Outfiting

14. Redstone Trophy Hunts

7. Rendezvous Lake Lodge

DEHCHO

21. Peterson’s Point Lake Lodge

8. Ulukhaktok Adventures Ltd.

15. Nahanni Butte Outfitters Ltd.

22. Sah Naji Kwe Lodge

16. South Nahanni Outfitters Ltd.

23. True North Safaris

17. Adventure Northwest 18. Arctic Safaris 19. Aylmer Lake Lodge 20. Namushka Lake Lodge

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WESTERN ARCTIC BANKS ISLAND TUNDRA TOURS (867) 690-4009 samanthaplucas@hotmail.com Guiding for polar bear and muskoxen hunts from Sachs Harbour.

November 1 to April 30.

BEAUFORT SEA ADVENTURES (867) 977-2355 Offers polar bear hunts out of Tuktoyaktuk.

CHUCK GRUBEN’S GUIDING AND OUTFITTING (867) 678-2549 chuckgruben@hotmail.com An active Inuvialuit hunter and guide who is very knowledgeable in the Tuktoyaktuk area. Big game hunting by snowmobile for grizzly, muskoxen, wolf and wolverine. Satellite phone on hand.

KUPTANA’S OUTFITTERS AND NATURE TOURS (867) 690-4151 Accommodations for 10 to 12 in Sachs Harbour. Guided hunting and wildlife tours for polar bear, muskoxen and small game. Hotel style with breakfast included.

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LESSARD CREEK BIG GAME OUTFITTERS (867) 580-3737 Guided hunts for polar bear. Located in Paulatuk, NWT.

POKIAK GUIDING AND OUTFITING (867) 678-5116 pokiakguiding@gmail.com Offers guided hunts for polar bear, grizzly bear and muskoxen in the Tuktoyaktuk area by dog team, snowmobile or boat. Tent camps and trappers’ cabins.

RENDEZVOUS LAKE LODGE (867) 977-2406 yukonweb.com/tourism/rendezvous Traditional Inuvialuit camp, 250 km east of Tuktoyaktuk, in the Anderson River area. Guided hunts for muskoxen and small game, naturalist tours, hiking, ATV, custom designed.

ULUKHAKTOK ADVENTURES LTD. (867) 396-4808 htc2010@hotmail.com Big game hunts since 1999. Polar bear, muskoxen, and wolf.

Hunts between 5 and 14 days. Please call for details.

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Indicates a member of Northwest Territories Tourism at the time of publication.

SAHTU GANA RIVER OUTFITTERS LTD. (403) 357-8414 ganariver@pentnet.net ganariver.com Family-owned and operated outfitting business offering remote wilderness hunts in the beautiful Mackenzie Mountains. We offer 10 to 12 day backpack and horseback hunts within our exclusive territory for Dall’s sheep, mountain caribou, moose, wolf and wolverine from July to September. Winter wolf hunts using snow machines in March and April.

GREAT BEAR LAKE LODGE (800) 665-0240 fish@plummerslodges.com plummerslodges.com In operation for over 50 years on spectacular Great Bear Lake, NWT. Offers muskoxen, wolf and wolverine hunting, as well as world-class fishing. Don’t pass up an additional fly-out to Tree River Outpost while there!

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MACKENZIE MOUNTAIN OUTFITTERS LTD. (250) 786-5118 mmostanstevens@gmail.com mmo-stanstevens.com Guided hunts for Dall’s sheep and mountain caribou in the Mackenzie Mountains. Moose, wolf, wolverine on lower slopes.

7 to 12 days. Five persons in cabins and tents. One guide per hunter.

July to September. One year advanced booking.

NWT OUTFITTERS (250) 897-0057 nwtoutfitters@shaw.ca nwtoutfitters.com Sport hunting packages. July 15 to September 18.

RAM HEAD OUTFITTERS

GEORGE FISCHER

(780) 848-7578 ramheadoutfitters@hotmail.com ramheadoutfitters.com We are in the Big Game Guided Hunts business. We also support hikers along the Canol Road with air support and food drops.

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DEHCHO NAHANNI BUTTE OUTFITTERS LTD. (250) 846-5309 jladventures@xplornet.com lancasterfamilyhunting.com Hunt for Dall’s sheep, moose, mountain goat, black bear. Backpack hunts. Specializing in archery and rifle. July 15 to October 1.

SOUTH NAHANNI OUTFITTERS LTD. (867) 399-3194 info@huntnahanni.com huntnahanni.com South Nahanni Outfitters will take you on a perfectly organized, guided hunting trip for Dall’s sheep, moose, caribou, and mountain goat. Airlifts are done with our own helicopter, and the hunts are spot and stalk.

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NORTH SLAVE ADVENTURE NORTHWEST (867) 873-2595 hunt@adventurenw.com adventurenw.com Offering all-inclusive muskoxen and wolf hunts in the NWT and caribou hunts in Nunavut. Call or visit our website for more information.

AYLMER LAKE LODGE (780) 536-7290 aylmerlakelodge@gmail.com aylmerlakelodge.com When you travel to Aylmer Lake Lodge, NWT, you will make footprints in one of the most uninhabited regions on earth. Its rich natural beauty, pristine Arctic landscape, crystal clear waters, abundant wildlife and warm friendly faces are all waiting for you to discover, explore and become part of your life story.

ARCTIC SAFARIS (867) 873-3212 barryt@arcticsafaris.ca Located at Obstruction Rapids in the central Barrenlands north of Yellowknife, and in camps on the Coppermine River system.

Barrenlands wildlife photography including migrating caribou and fishing. August to October. All-inclusive, from Yellowknife.

Permanent buildings and dining room, accommodates 30.

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REDSTONE TROPHY HUNTS (403) 975-8862 redstonehunts@yahoo.ca redstonehunts.com Redstone Trophy Hunts offers world-class hunting for Dall’s sheep, mountain caribou, moose, wolf and wolverine. We are located in the heart of the Mackenzie Mountains.

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NAMUSHKA LAKE LODGE (867) 920-2495 namushka@yk.com namushkalodge.com Situated 32 air miles from Yellowknife, on the pristine waters of Harding Lake, Namushka offers all the comforts of home, in the middle of secluded wilderness. A self-catered lodge with no schedules, because you make your own! “Outdoor Adventure, Your Way” at Namushka Lodge.

PETERSON’S POINT LAKE LODGE

TRUE NORTH SAFARIS (867) 873-8533 gary@truenorthsafaris.com truenorthsafaris.com Hunting packages include winter wolf hunts on the ice roads and spring black bear hunts in the boreal forests west of Great Slave Lake at the Bear Camp Lodge. Hunting packages include travel, accommodations, meals, and guides from Yellowknife for six days.

MAKI KAWAI

(867) 920-4654 peterson@ssimicro.com petersonspointlake.com Our all-inclusive fly-out trips to Peterson’s Point Lake Lodge will capture your sense of adventure. Catch monster-sized fish and photograph the spectacular Barrens. Comfortable lodge/dining room/lounge and guest cabins, showers. Thoughtfully prepared meals compliment a fantastic day of fishing or photo shooting.

SAH NAJI KWE LODGE (867) 371-3144 jrabesca@netkaster.ca rabescasresources.com Operating since 1988, Sah Naji Kwe Lodge is located on the North Arm of Great Slave Lake and accessed via the Mackenzie Hwy #3. The lodge includes seasonal tent cabins for 16 persons, an all-season lodge accommodating 8-10 persons overnight, and dining and meeting facilities for 20-30 persons. Cultural demonstrations and events performed by the Tlicho Dene native to this area.

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