Southern Brooks Range Trophy Caribou Hunts

Alaska’s great arctic tundra on the southern side of the majestic, Brooks Range is beautiful and rich with wildlife. Join Arrowhead Outfitters LLC for an self-guided, Alaska arctic / northern Brooks Range caribou hunt, where two of Alaska’s largest caribou herds migrate from the north and reside on the south side of the Brooks range for the winter months.

Hunters will be transported to locations on the southern side of the Brooks Range of their choosing that offer the best caribou hunting opportunities in our 3 passenger, M-6 Maule “Super Rocket” float plane.

Caribou are often found high on mountain ridges, on river bottoms, and along the tree lines. You will hunt in some of the most pristine and remote country you will ever encounter and witness a magical place teeming with wildlife. During your flights and while on your hunt you will likely see, caribou, moose, grizzly and black bear, sheep, wolves, fox, beaver, wolverine, and a large variety of bird species including ptarmigan. All set against the background of the towering and majestic Brooks Range mountains dotted with lakes and fed by pristine rivers and streams filled with world class grayling, lake trout and northern pike. This is truly a sportsman’s paradise!

This is a caribou hunt you don’t want to miss whether you’re hunting for that once in a lifetime trophy or casual meat hunting. A large number of trophy double shovel bulls are harvested in this area each year and, by the 1st week in September; most caribou are “hard horned” or have stripped the velvet off and have developed beautiful white manes on their capes.

The cost of your hunt includes (2) bull caribou, and wolf, black bear and grizzly bear (during appropriate hunting season, and depending on residency requirements) for no additional fee. Further more, we will move you to another location if requested at no additional cost. There are no hidden fees.

Type of Hunting

Hunting is primarily spot and stalk with rifle, bow or both depending on the hunter’s preference. During the time of year that we conduct our fly-out caribou hunts, hunters can expect most commonly to see scattered groups of 20-40 caribou and on occasion herds numbering in the hundreds or if you’re very lucky , in the thousands.

Most caribou are harvested within short distance of camp, and on occasion right in camp. But you need to be prepared to do some hiking over the tundra to hunt and pack back your trophy. Hunting caribou can be challenging, especially during years when the weather is unseasonably warm. When this occurs, caribou tend to stay high on the mountain ridges to escape bugs and predators.

The more fit you are, the more enjoyable your hunt will be, but these are generally fairly easy hunts that can be enjoyed by hunters of all ages with hunting experience.

Ask about our trophy sheep/caribou combo or trophy sheep/moose combos.

 

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General Information for All Self-Guided Fly-out Hunts

Number of Hunters in Party: Unlimited, but typically 2-6.

Length of Stay: Unlimited but Typically 5-7 Days (Caribou), 7-10 days (Moose) and 7-10 days (Sheep). It is highly recommended that hunters allow ample time for their hunt and allow for weather days on either end of their hunt. Weather in the Arctic can be unpredictable at times and we will not fly in unsafe conditions.

Weight Limitation: 80 lbs per person including, camp equipment. You will be flying in a small aircraft with strict weight limitations so we ask that you keep mindful of this when preparing for your trip. Also, pack your gear, equipment in small, waterproof dry bags (not garbage bags), as these are much easier to transport in the plane. Suitcases, large duffle bags and hard gun cases, cases of soft drinks and other similar bulky and heavy items that exceed your weight limitations and our aircrafts carrying capacity, can be transported for additional cost. Do not bring Bear Spray as FAA regulations do not permit us to carry this on board our aircraft.

Field Communication: There is limited to no cell phone coverage in most backcountry areas in Alaska and no cell phone coverage in the Southern Brooks Range, with the exception of Prudhoe Bay, which has some cell phone coverage. Prior to your hunt it is highly recommended that you rent and bring an IRIDIUM Satellite Phone (do not rent another brand, as it will not work). These phones are your best means of communication with our base camp and are a life saver if you have an emergency. IRIDUM satellite phones can be rented from a number of different Sat phone Rental Companies locally or on line and are fairly economical running from $50 to $90 per week.

Weather Conditions and Climate

Northern Brooks Range (July 25-August 27) Southern Brooks Range (September 1-25)
Weather conditions are generally good with temperatures, typically ranging from lows in the mid 30s to highs in the mid 70s. Later in the season, temperatures can be as low as 10 degrees and as high as 70 degrees.

Bugs: Black Flies and Mosquitoes are almost always prevalent in the Alaska backcountry and can be encountered during the spring summer and fall. Dryer years are less buggy We recommend hunters take ample supplies of bug spray, head nets, etc. to protect themselves from these pesky critters.

Booking Information: To book your hunt call us Toll free at 866-772-8644 or   907-746-7744 or email your request to aoutfit@mtaonline.net.

A 50% deposit is required to secure your booking. This deposit secures your booking with us and guarantees the hunt dates you select. Deposits are non-refundable, however if an emergency should arise preventing you from participating in your scheduled hunt, it can be used toward another hunt with us.  1-YEAR CARRY OVER ONLY    

After payment of your deposit we will provide you with a receipt, hunt contract, and letter of introduction/itinerary.

The balance of your hunt is due per the hunt contract. Personal checks will only be accepted 90 days prior to the start of your chosen hunt. All final payments that are submitted 60 days or less before the start of your hunt must be made by Cash, Direct Deposit, Wire Transfer or Visa, MasterCard and Discover Credit Cards.

Booking early is important!
Due to a high number of clientele returning each year we have limited openings so don’t delay, book your hunt with Arrowhead Outfitters LLC today and look forward to the experience of a lifetime!!!

For information on current fees and license information please refer to the Alaska Dept. of Fish and Game.

 

Arrival & Departure Information

Arrowhead Outfitters LLC’s fly-out, trophy caribou hunts are conducted from Grayling Lake at mile marker 150 of the Dalton Highway (approx 25 miles South of Cold Foot). Prior to the hunt, hunters will meet as at our base camp, which is located at mile marker 145 of the Dalton Highway (approx 30 miles S of Cold Foot) and a short 4 ½ hour drive on well maintained roads, from Fairbanks, north on the Dalton Highway.

This is a great advantage because hunters drive the Dalton Highway from Fairbanks on well maintained roads, directly to our base camp and back again without incurring additional expenses and the hassles of commercial flights. Hunters will be flown in our M-6 Maule “Super Rocket” bush plane on floats to their hunting destination.

Drop-off locations are high mountain and foot hill lakes and ponds in and along the Southern side of the Brooks Range Mountains that offer the best caribou hunting opportunities.