Sci opposes grizzly bear hunting ban in bc, canada. Bear hunting in bc, guided bear hunts with bc guide. In august, the provincial government announced a ban on trophy hunting across all of. Guide outfitters are encouraged to submit licence applications early to ensure the licence is processed in time for the hunting season. We have over 200 lakes and 3 major rivers in this area located just northwest of prince george. Frequently asked questions fish, wildlife and habitat management branch 7 october 2010 british columbians have widely varying views on the ethics and ecology of grizzly bear hunting in the province. Usa safari club international has a better plan for the management of grizzly bears in british columbia, canada. Grizzly bear hunting banned in british columbia nature united. Clients have taken many grizzly bears which square over 8 feet.
An estimated 25,000 grizzlies reside in canada, half of which live in british columbia. Grizzly bear hunting canada british columbia bear lake guides. Please inquire if you are interested in designing your own customized hunting package. Hunting grizzly bears has been banned in british columbia, a move. Grizzly hunting in bc, guided hunts for grizzly bear. Browngrizzly bear hunting information, alaska department of. The hunting season for grizzly bears in british columbia is permanently closed. Grizzly hunting in bc, guided hunts for grizzly bear circle m. Canada province to end grizzly bear trophy hunt bbc news. To us, here at yukon peak outfitters, taking out our most mature bears helps keep our moose.
Alaska bear hunting guides rods alaskan guide service. Trophy grizzly bear hunting in canada big game hunting. There are an estimated 15,000 grizzly bears in the province, which donaldson said is a sustainable population. Bc black bear hunts, spring black bear hunting with driftwood. British columbia will ban grizzly bear trophy hunting.
Long growing season, an abundant berry crop and spawning salmon, offers our hunters a fantastic. Inzana outfitters strongly supports grizzly bear hunting in british columbia. Grizzly bear viewing knight inlet lodge resort grizzly bear. Timber wolves also known as the grey wolf are plentiful in our exclusive hunting area. This document is not intended to address differences in ethical viewpoints.
If youre planning to hunt grizzly bears, check out british columbia grizzly bear hunts. On december 18, 2017, the bc government announced that a complete ban on hunting grizzly bears will take effect immediately ending the grizzly bear hunt eliminates one. Tombstone outfitters offers grizzly hunts throughout the season each lasting 10 full hunting days with a day on each end to allow for travel time in and out of camps. This past fall i took a grizzly and moose while hunting with bear lake guides and outfitters of prince george, bc. Bears in bc, grizzly bear conservation, bear hunting. The ndp government has amended wildlife act regulations to help enforce the ban on grizzly bear hunting. Bear lake outfitters hunting territory is located approx. Thats an issue that were facing how were going to be able to deal with that without the.
Both moose and grizzly can be hunted individually or in a combination hunt. This important conservation milestone was made possible by indigenous leadership. Bc guide outfitters is now one of the top black bear operations in british columbia. Hunting grizzly bear in bc our area has a very healthy grizzly bear population. The bc hunting online system gives you instant access to a range of products and services. Grizzly bear hunts in bc, grizzly hunt with robson valley. Jan 22, 20 if youre planning to hunt grizzly bears, check out british columbia grizzly bear hunts. I have hunted with bear lake outfitters since 2002 and can honestly say i have never felt that 110% was not given towards my hunts by my guide, which in turn, made all of my hunts successful and highly fulfilling. In august 2017, the government of british columbia made a public commitment to close the grizzly bear hunt in the great bear rainforest and end grizzly bear trophy hunting in the remainder of the province after the 2017 fall grizzly bear hunt concluded on nov.
It is common to see signs of these mountain bears throughout our area. Inzana outfitters bc bear hunting, moose and grizzly. Bcs management of grizzly bears is a story the province should be proud of. Glendale cove is home to one of the largest concentrations of grizzly brown bears in british columbia. Hunting grizzly bears has been banned in british columbia, a move guides complain will put them out of business while environmentalists say is long overdue.
Hunting a mountain grizzly is easily the most exhilarating hunt. The regulations synopsis is a guide to hunting and trapping in b. The grizzly is one of the most majestic game animals in north america, and both of our hunting areas have them in excellent numbers our area supports a very healthy grizzly population. Grizzly are hunted by horseback or from a riverboat. There is not an animal in alaska that will get your heart pounding on the final stalk like an alaskan grizzly bear. Natural resource operations minister doug donaldson said the province is moving to ban trophy hunting for grizzly bears and will completely ban the hunt of grizzlies in the great bear rainforest. Grizzly bear viewing knight inlet lodge resort grizzly. Bc spring black bear hunts take place at the best time. We encounter a grizzly sow with two cubs at trout lake bc. Grizzly bear hunts bc grizzly hunting at stone mountain. Based on a 1999 government study of british columbia bear habitats, several parts of our territories received the highest rating for its ability to.
Brown and grizzly bears are classified as the same species, ursus. The yukon government and blackstone outfitters have put together an excellent bear management system that helps ensure a good population. We also hunt out of an area south west of smithers for mountain goat. Ending the grizzly bear hunt eliminates one of the biggest threats facing this iconic species, allowing the people of bc to focus on sustainable land management.
The economics of grizzly bear hunting and viewing in b. This area of the alaska range, with its heavy willow draws and large open meadows, provides ideal habitat for some of the best grizzly hunting in alaska. I have hunted with bear lake outfitters since 2002 and can honestly say i have never felt that 110% was not given towards my hunts by my guide, which in. Hunting a mountain grizzly is easily the most exhilarating. Inzana outfitters bc bear hunting, moose and grizzly bear.
Nhl player charged after killing a grizzly bear in b. Grizzly bears reside in rough terrain and as such hunters should expect to do some leg work in order to harvest a mature bear. The 10 nations of british columbia s north and central coasts have declared a moratorium on bear hunting on their lands despite the fact that it is unclear whether they can legally enforce such an act. Dec 11, 2017 we encounter a grizzly sow with two cubs at trout lake bc. The fall grizzly hunts are mostly done in the high country, glassing alpine basins and sidehills where the bears are found feeding on berries fattening up for winter hibernation. Grizzly bear hunting canada grizzly bear outfitter bc. Grizzly bear hunting canada british columbia bear lake. Our experienced and hardworking guides, as well as our quality equipment, will assist in an enjoyable hunting experience. Browngrizzly bear hunting information, alaska department. Grizzly bear watching tours in british columbia, canada knight inlet lodge offers wildlife viewing packages ranging from two to six nights for our spring, summer and fall bear viewing and ecoadventure seasons. Nonresident brown bear hunters are required to have a guide or be accompanied by an alaska resident who is a relative.
Hunting regulations require more precise knowledge of populations within management units. We offer trophy hunting for moose, grizzly bear, black bear and wolf. We have the exclusive guiding rights to over 3000 square miles of territory. The province of british columbia recently changed their grizzly bear hunting regulations. Inzana outfitters is a big game hunting operation located in north central british columbia, canada. On december 18, 2017, the bc government announced that a complete ban on hunting grizzly bears will take effect immediately. Bear watching season starting in april, black and grizzly bears begin emerging from hibernation and head to glendale cove to feed on the succulent new spring growth. I conduct this hunt in the northern part of my area in the 6000 foot mountains. Trophy grizzly bear hunting in british columbia, canada. Glendale cove is home to one of the largest concentrations of grizzly brown bears in. Black bear hunts skeena mountian outfitters bc guide. Our area has a very healthy grizzly bear population. One of the arguments from groups and individuals whose goal is to completely ban all hunting of grizzly bears in british columbia is that the bears are at risk because they are being over hunted.
A classaction lawsuit has been launched against the provincial government over its yearold ban on hunting grizzly bears in b. Please call regarding a grizzly hunt, regulation has changed in b. Due to the new hunting regulations instituted by the bc government, grizzly hunts are banned at this time. Bear hunting seasons are held in both spring and fall in some areas but only in fall in other areas. The provincial estimate of bcs grizzly bear population has remained in the range of 14,00016,000 for nearly two decades. Bc grizzly hunt,fall grizzly bear hunting, with driftwood. The grizzly is one of the most majestic game animals in north america, and both of our hunting areas have them in excellent numbers. It is illegal to kill cubs and females with offspring. Our grizzly hunts take place in the alaska range south of fairbanks. Guide outfitter licence application open for 202021. Bears are extremely sensitive to human disturbance and activity. Government statistics show this area as having one of the top three grizzly populations in north america.
British columbia has announced a total ban on grizzly bear hunting, effective. Grizzly season opens august 1st but we recommend hunting grizzly in september or october as the hair is longer and the success rate is higher. Hunt alpine country in the fall for a chance at a grizzly bear. See more photos and find out more at our bear hunting website spotandstalk. Clients have taken many grizzly bears which square. Prices guided hunting trips in bc sawtooth outfitters. Denali guides and outfitters offers the highest quality, full service, affordable guiding operation in alaska. In april, hunters can apply online for limited entry. British columbia spot and stalk coastal spring bear hunts. On our fall hunts you may want to add moose, elk, or caribou to this hunt on a trophy fee basis. Welcome to cariboo mountain outfitters, grizzly bear hunting in british columbia, canada. As i write this, exact regulations have not been determined, but the government says that no hunter can take the hide or head of a bear out of the.
Grizzly bear hunting in alaska when a hunter thinks of hunting in alaska. Bear lake outfitters bear hunting bc canada moose hunt. British columbia bows to animal rights groups in ban on grizzly. Grizzly bear harvest management in british columbia ministry of. We offer a great 14 day spring hunt with black bear and wolf included. Come and join us for a grizzly bear hunt of a life time. Grizzly bear hunters should be experienced with the outdoors and expert marksman with their rifles or bows before embarking on a grizzly bear hunt. Grizzly bear hunts bc grizzly hunting at stone mountain safaris in. We have some of the best quality grizzly bear hunting available anywhere in canada. On our fall hunts you may want to add moose, elk, or caribou to this hunt on a trophy fee. Grizzly bear big game hunting in british columbia, canada.
The area we hunt in british columbia is a 5 hour drive north of vancouver and covers over 1,000 square miles. The twoway the policy still allows people to hunt the bears for food but blocks all hunting of grizzlies in the great bear rainforest. Bc guide outfitters operates its moose and bear hunts within a 900 square mile plateau of prime canadian moose and bc black bear habitat. Grizzly bear in our concession, we are known for having both a very high bear density and some very large bears. All of our packages begin with your arrival in campbell river, vancouver island and include a one night stay there. Aug 15, 2017 british columbia will ban grizzly bear trophy hunting. Paul and marilyn trepus bought the guide business in 1999 and have a great team of guides and cooks that work hard to provide top notch world class hunting adventurers. Grizzly bears knight inlet bc best time to visit top.
Our consistent harvest of extra large black bears, as well as, our high density of color phase, has set us apart from the rest. Bc black bear hunts, spring black bear hunting with. At the current time the grizzly bear season has been closed by the ndp government for political purposes the science says that grizzly bears are stable in bc and that they can sustain a 12% harvest. Due to a long growing season and plenty of salmon, grizzlies are prolific here. Our area supports a very healthy grizzly population. The grizzly sow was not afraid of people and showed aggression towards a camper who was yelling at the bears.
All hunting packages include your accommodations, meals, transportation around our guiding area and a professional licensed guide. All hunt deposits are nonrefundable, but you may send a replacement. Bc grizzly hunts grizzly bear hunting in british columbia. High intensity spot and stalk hunting for mountain grizzly. Each year, we look to harvest only a few old mature bears. A full grown mountain grizzly is an awesome sight and here at circle m outfitters we pride ourselves. Grizzly bear hunting is one of the most exciting hunts north america has to offer. Grizzly bear hunts in bc, grizzly hunt with robson valley outfitters. Dec 18, 2017 hunting grizzly bears has been banned in british columbia, a move guides complain will put them out of business while environmentalists say is long overdue. Dec 18, 2017 there are an estimated 15,000 grizzly bears in the province, which donaldson said is a sustainable population. Wolf hunts timber wolves also known as the grey wolf are plentiful in our exclusive hunting area. A must read for grizzly bear hunting and equipment.
Licence applications for the upcoming 202021 licence year are open through bc hunting online. Bc guide outfitters bear hunting bc, moose hunts, hunting. Hunting the bears for meat will still be allowed outside the great bear rainforest. At the current time the grizzly bear season has been closed by the ndp government for political purposes the science says that grizzly bears are. Hunting important notices province of british columbia. This is by far one of the best grizzly bear areas in canada. Tours for grizzlies start midmay until end of september. To us, here at yukon peak outfitters, taking out our most mature bears helps keep our moose and caribou numbers in shape. For this reason, we will no longer book any grizzly bear hunts after the fall 2017 grizzly bear hunting season. Mountain grizzly guided hunting trips in bc sawtooth. What follows is a summary of grizzly bear trophy hunting in b. Inzana outfitters specializes in full service big game hunting adventures including moose hunting, black bear hunting, elk hunts and wolf hunting. British columbias new ndp government has announced that this season will be the last for trophy hunters.