Alaska/Yukon Moose Hunting in Alaska Self-Guided Float Moose Hunts
Description
Self-Guided Float Moose Hunts
The second type of hunt we offer is a float hunt. Many people insist on a float hunt. A float hunt starts at one point and ends at a designated point downriver. Between the two points, we are unable to land and check on you. The advantages of a float hunt are that you are able to hunt much more area and sometimes an area that is more remote and less hunted. The disadvantages are that you have to set up and breakdown camp several times, usually in the dark, and every time you stop, you must unload your moose from the raft and hang it up. We are not able to land and take out your moose when you kill it. You must haul it with you for the entire float, hanging it up every night. Moose floats are 60-120 river miles. Floats can be very rewarding, but you must be able to stop and hunt for a couple of days when you see good moose signs, not just float all the time, hoping to float up on a moose and kill it from the raft. But if you want to hunt this way, you must break camp in the dark and be floating in daylight; then float for only a couple of hours, camp during the day, and start floating again about 2 hrs. before dark and float until it's too dark to shoot. Then set up camp in the dark.
This is an excellent way to hunt, but it is not for everyone as it can be very physically challenging. We are happy to book whichever type of hunt you like and would be happy to discuss the pros and cons of both with you. These hunts are based on a minimum of two people and are on an 11-day schedule, with day 1 and day 11 being fly-in/out of the bush days and 9 full days of hunting.
What to Expect
Floating the remote rivers of Alaska in search of these huge animals is one of the most exciting experiences one can have. It is however very taxing on hunters if not in shape physically. Being in shape is very important and this hunt is not for everyone. That being said we have repeat customers in their 70's that love this hunting style and do very well. The scenery is breathtaking and camping in a different location every day can be extremely rewarding.
Moose patterns change when getting close to the rut and this hunt has a 70% success rate which is extremely high. Keep in mind that 90% of our hunters that perform this trip have never been to Alaska and never have hunted Moose.
Taking care of your meat is imperative and extremely important. You will be responsible for keeping meat dry and bug free.
Gear & Equipment
Here is the list of items you are definitely going to need:
Quality Rain Gear Example Helly Hanson, Kuiu or Sitka, Breathable Waders with quality wader boots, Quality Four season tent, Hiking boots. Waterproof bags for gear and clothes. Good communications via InReach or Sat Phone
Weapon Details
30 Caliber is best. 30-06 has killed everthing in Alaska. 416 is to big, some hunters bring a 375 HH. Most shots will be under 200 yards and can range from 30ft to 200 yards. 3-9 power scope is recommended.
Good quality optics, Bino's and spotting scope is recommended 10-50 power for glassing.
Archery Hunters. Min 50lbs and must be proficient. Shots can take place from 10-60 yards.
Pricing Details
Season Dates: September 5th - 25th. All hunts are 11 days, with 9 days of hunting spaced throughout the season. 1/3rd of payment is due to book you for the year you want to hunt. Then January of that year the next 1/3rd is due with final payment due in May of that hunt year.
Terms & Conditions
Payment Information
Hunt Packages are non-refundable Packages booked within 30 days of the hunt must be paid fully at the time of booking No credit cards. Cash and checks only. WE do accept deposits through Venmo Cancellation Policy
No rain checks unless schedule permits Cancelled hunts are not refunded, but a replacement may be found. Gratuities
Customary, but not required Guides: 15-20% of the hunt price is recommended
Camp/Accommodations
Tent Camps for either fixed hunts or float hunts. You provide you own tent, food and all camping gear as if you were going on a 11 day hunting/camping trip. all camping gear needed for a 10 day hunting trip.
Physical Requirements
This is a hard hunt but doable for many in good physical condition. We have had hunters in their 80s perform these hunts. (guided) non guided you will need to be able to raft, hike and climb min elevation, maneuver upriver banks, pull raft through shallow water crossings, set up camp, process an animal and haul meat back to raft or to camp. Be able to perform these duties daily for up to 11 days.
Lastly, weather plays a huge part in planning any Alaskan Hunting trip. Please coordinate with your outfitter and understand if we cannot get in to get your crew out, we will as soon as we can.
Permit & Tag Application Process
License and Tags can be purchased at the Alaska Fish and Game website.