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Hunts & seasons
What do you hunt, and when?
For 2027: spring black bear May 1 – June 15, elk Sept 10 – Oct 20, moose Sept 10 – Nov 5, mountain goat from Aug 15, late-season mule deer in November, cougar and lynx in December and early January, and wolf Dec 10 – Mar 31. Mule deer are hunted both here in BC and in Meeker, Colorado (Colorado's 3rd and 4th rifle seasons). Dates are tentative and can change, so confirm yours with Mark when you book.
Where do you hunt?
Moose and bear hunts cover a 900 square-mile plateau northwest of Prince George, with more than 200 lakes and five major rivers. Mountain goat hunts run in the mountains southwest of Smithers. See the territory.
Do you take bowhunters?
Yes. Archery hunters are welcome on our hunts. Plan to be comfortable and accurate out to 30–60 yards. Your guide will work to get you closer, but being ready at 60 gives you far more opportunities.
How far will I need to shoot? (rifle hunters)
Plan to be comfortable and accurate from 150 to 300 yards. Many shots are much closer, and a moose at 85 yards is common, but you won't get to choose the distance. Chances can be few, so be ready to take the shot when your guide makes the call, and please practice before you arrive.
Booking & costs
How do I book a hunt?
For moose, elk, black bear, lynx and wolf, request your dates online. Mark confirms your hunt before any payment. For mule deer, cougar, mountain goat or Shiras moose, send us an inquiry or text us. Most hunts book a year or more ahead, so reach out early. If your dates are full, join the cancellation list and we'll email you when a spot opens.
What does a hunt cost, and what's extra?
Hunt prices are on our Rates page and are in US dollars (USD). Not included: your hunting licence and species tags, crown royalties on harvested animals, the $250 Hunt Preservation Fee (HPF), and 5% GST.
Can I bring a non-hunting companion?
Yes. Non-hunting companions are welcome at $350 per day.
Our text line
Who answers when I text?
Common questions get an instant automated reply, labeled "BC Guide Outfitters Auto-reply." Anything it can't answer goes to Mark and the team, who reply personally. Every conversation is seen by a person.
Can I text from outside the US or Canada?
Our 866 number only receives texts from US and Canadian numbers. From anywhere else, please use the inquiry form or email.
How do I stop the texts?
Reply STOP at any time to opt out, or HELP for help. We only text you about your own inquiry or booking unless you've separately agreed to hear about openings and offers.
Already booked?
Booked hunters get the full trip details from us directly: travel and the meeting point, payments, what to bring, and meat and trophy care. Text the line any time, or sign in to the client portal.