Moose, lets be realistic

[Vince]

Cheyenne,

I trust whomever used that vulgarity in reference to you is looking for teeth by the side of the road.

Vince

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[super-7]

I found out after I left Yellowknife a few days ago that I had received the honorary title of B.I.T.C.H. I probably should get some cards printed up, as anyone with 5 letters after their name should have a business card

Thanks for the chuckle!!

 

[Thankful Otter]

Cheyenne,

I trust whomever used that vulgarity in reference to you is looking for teeth by the side of the road.

Vince

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Vince, thank you but I probably earned the title on that trip

Yellowknife is where one can attempt to plead your case to a politician. I believe hunting permits in B.C., Yukon, and N.W. Territories are being allocated toward foreigners at the expense of local hunters, especially B.C. In this particular case I was arguing the case both in general and specifically regarding sheep hunting permits. I kept hearing that since I was a first nation person it didnt affect me, which pissed me off, because in my way of thinking all one needs to be is Canadian to have an interest in the issues regarding Canada. Dr Mike, Gerry, Super 7 and others will understand my frustration

Please accept my apologies for taking this thread off track and best of luck on anyone and everyone who moose hunts this fall

 

[DrMike]

I believe hunting permits in B.C., Yukon, and N.W. Territories are being allocated toward foreigners at the expense of local hunters, especially B.C.

Tragically true. Don't imagine that many of my American friends can afford the hunts, however. The issue is to make a few rich and to enrich the coffers of politicians at the expense of the majority.

 

[Guy Miner]

Have been looking into a BC moose hunt. Expensive. High success rate. Decent moose size, usually not extraordinary, but that's fine. I like that I can just point the Jeep north and drive there.

Seems like a decent hunt opportunity, if a little spendy. Guide/outfitter required. That's fine.

Be cool to go up to BC, hunt moose, perhaps get a shot at a wolf too...

Guy

 

[DrMike]

Come on up Guy. Hunt in this area, and I'll put the coffee on.

 

[Thankful Otter]

Dr. Mike

I got a little testy when they suggested that it is all the same for everyone. Canadians are allowed to hire an outfitter and go on the same sheep hunt a foreign can go on at the same price. I dont need to explain to you or Gerry that that is not what we are talking about. I told them that none of my friends can afford 20000 dollars plus to go sheep hunting. They responded with, that is not really your concern since as a first nation person you are allowed to hunt animals under an entirely different format----everything went down hill from there as it was impossible to keep them "on the subject that we were discussing or trying to discuss"

Guy, take that 375 up and visit Dr.Mike and he will put you in the proper location for you to use it to drop a trophy moose. Just dont expect him to help you get it out, at least until his knees heal,

 

[Guy Miner]

I'd love to, but as a dreaded American, I have to hire a BC guide.

Dr. Mike told me he doesn't count as a guide, doggone it!

Yes, the .375 Number One would be my first choice for moose! Just because!

Guy

 

[DrMike]

Unfortunately, I don't qualify. I barely qualify to obtain a licence to accompany a Canadian. :shock: I'd love nothing better than taking Guy on a hunt in my AO. Cheyenne, I hear you on the irritation (or something much stronger) that accompanies the thinking of the Ministry of the Environment and/or some of the guide/outfitters.

 

[Guy Miner]

Cheyenne - I'm supposed to be 1/8 Cree...

Not that I can prove it, but nobody would serve Great Grandpa a drink, because he was "an Indian."

If I could prove it... And since most the Cree population lives in Canada... Hmmm...

Guy

 

[bmgillum]

My Mom claimed to be 1/4th Blackfoot which would make me 1/8th...my Dad always said it wasn't just the feet that were black...I don't suppose being 1/8th of anything makes me a minority...

This thread is going south fast...

Cheers/bg

 

[Guy Miner]

That it is - but it'll probably be another 10 years before I've got a chance at drawing a tag for moose here in Washington! :grin:

 

[Oldtrader3]

I am 1/32 Cherokee, what that is worth? I never did draw a moose tag for Washington. Only tried for about 5 years and back then, it was higher odds.

 

[lefty315]

Wisconsinteacher, you've been given lots of good advice in looking at a moose hunt. while the logistics may seem daunting it's much easier than you think. I would look for a reputable outfitter in Canada and drive there myself. I drove up to BC in 2003 and had a fun and successful hunt. There are a couple of advantages in driving. You don't really add to the cost getting any meat or heads back, short of a little more fuel for the extra weight. Second, you'll be driving through some of the most gorgeous scenery you've ever seen. That always gets my blood flowing!! Third, you could always try to plan a couple of detours,on the way there, to possibly see something you have always wanted to see but wouldn't take a trip just for that purpose.

Perhaps you have a buddy who wants to go and share the travel costs and help pass the time. Or maybe you are content to go it alone. Either way, life is short and a Moose hunt is an experience you will never forget.

 

[DrMike]

All the Treaty Eight nations around here are Cree, Guy. Maybe you could be adopted?

 

[gerry]

All the Treaty Eight nations around here are Cree, Guy. Maybe you could be adopted?

He should talk to Gil............. :wink:

 

[DrMike]

All the Treaty Eight nations around here are Cree, Guy. Maybe you could be adopted?

He should talk to Gil............. :wink:

True, dat. However, he won't even adopt me! Imagine! :mrgreen: But, then, Gil is the "white sheep" of the family. :lol:

 

[gerry]

Nice line, I'm sure he will like that

 

[Guy Miner]

Wisconsinteacher, you've been given lots of good advice in looking at a moose hunt. while the logistics may seem daunting it's much easier than you think. I would look for a reputable outfitter in Canada and drive there myself. I drove up to BC in 2003 and had a fun and successful hunt. There are a couple of advantages in driving. You don't really add to the cost getting any meat or heads back, short of a little more fuel for the extra weight. Second, you'll be driving through some of the most gorgeous scenery you've ever seen. That always gets my blood flowing!! Third, you could always try to plan a couple of detours,on the way there, to possibly see something you have always wanted to see but wouldn't take a trip just for that purpose.

Perhaps you have a buddy who wants to go and share the travel costs and help pass the time. Or maybe you are content to go it alone. Either way, life is short and a Moose hunt is an experience you will never forget.

Now THAT is back on track!

 

[Vince]

For moose hunting I'm going to stump for Newfoundland.
I'll be there for the first time in September. You have to have a guide but I found the price quite reasonable.

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