How Do I get in on a Bear hunt? Paperwork Arrived

Ardent said:
While even paying for gas is legally questionable under the Alberta rules there, no reason budding friends can’t hunt with each other in different parts of the world, hope a suitable Albertan partner shows up.
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I think for these kinds of things discretion is key. If you throw some gas in the tank or buy your host a meal or whatever..... just keep it between the two of you and no one is the wiser.
Some time ago I worked in sportsfishing and as a side job I ran a fishing school thru the tackle shop I was associated with. While instructing these students on the water it was made very clear to them in writing at the start of the course that tips and renumerations were not accepted, only the course fee.
I would get all kinds of things offered to me though and I would politely decline. It's a good thing too because the CO's put a wringer in my classes and he was one that offered me stuff all the time, from cash tips to booze to tickets to a concert..... all declined.
I found out from my boss what they were up to and making sure our "fishing school" was playing by the rules.
You can tip your guide or charter boat captain or any of their employees , but not the fishing school instructor LOL
Heck some guys even think it's illegal to buy your buddy lunch if he drove you to the fishin hole ….. technically in BC I suppose it is.
 
I know you’re an Aussie and all, however I have been to NZ a couple times and tend to like you South Pacific folks. I’ll take you Spring bear hunting here in northern Alberta. I don’t care about gas money or any of that. We have lots of bears, lots of public land and minimal resident hunting pressure on them. You can bring your own rifle or use one mine.

I’ll say up front, that I won’t run a bait as that takes a lot of front end work with feeding bears and what not. We’ll spot and stalk via hunting from the truck, ATV’s, on foot or even float some rivers.

Best times vary from year to year with moisture and temperature to promote green up being a big factor however late May and early June will reliably yield many bear sightings. Into June you can risk rubbed hides but should still be good. Season closes June 15th in these parts.
 
Big Jon said:
I know you’re an Aussie and all, however I have been to NZ a couple times and tend to like you South Pacific folks. I’ll take you Spring bear hunting here in northern Alberta. I don’t care about gas money or any of that. We have lots of bears, lots of public land and minimal resident hunting pressure on them. You can bring your own rifle or use one mine.

I’ll say up front, that I won’t run a bait as that takes a lot of front end work with feeding bears and what not. We’ll spot and stalk via hunting from the truck, ATV’s, on foot or even float some rivers.

Best times vary from year to year with moisture and temperature to promote green up being a big factor however late May and early June will reliably yield many bear sightings. Into June you can risk rubbed hides but should still be good. Season closes June 15th in these parts.
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Good on yah mate
 
Big Jon said:
I know you’re an Aussie and all, however I have been to NZ a couple times and tend to like you South Pacific folks. I’ll take you Spring bear hunting here in northern Alberta. I don’t care about gas money or any of that. We have lots of bears, lots of public land and minimal resident hunting pressure on them. You can bring your own rifle or use one mine.

I’ll say up front, that I won’t run a bait as that takes a lot of front end work with feeding bears and what not. We’ll spot and stalk via hunting from the truck, ATV’s, on foot or even float some rivers.

Best times vary from year to year with moisture and temperature to promote green up being a big factor however late May and early June will reliably yield many bear sightings. Into June you can risk rubbed hides but should still be good. Season closes June 15th in these parts.
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that is a very nice offer. this is why i like so much CGN.
 
Ardent said:
While even paying for gas is legally questionable under the Alberta rules there, no reason budding friends can’t hunt with each other in different parts of the world, hope a suitable Albertan partner shows up.
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I’d be very careful about advertising for a hunt swap,it would be considered “renumeration,gain or reward” under Alberta(and other provinces) Hunter Host regs.
Black bear hunts price range varies widely across Canada,more expensive in the west($3-5k CDN$) to relatively dirt cheap in the east where economy is weak and wages tend to be lower and guide/outfitters are willing to get out of bed for less.$1500-$2500 CDN for a full service 6-7 day guided bear hunt over bait in NB for example.Often as not in NB,trout and/or salmon fishing can be combined with Spring bear hunt for little to no extra charge .We have pike and walleye fishing steps away from our bear camp for no extra charge other than sportfishing licence with the Outfit where I guide for moose and bear in northern Alberta.
FWIW,I’m born n raised east coaster (NB) residing in Alberta 8 years now,having guided moose/bear/deer hunters and anglers in both provinces.
 
Big Jon said:
I know you’re an Aussie and all, however I have been to NZ a couple times and tend to like you South Pacific folks. I’ll take you Spring bear hunting here in northern Alberta. I don’t care about gas money or any of that. We have lots of bears, lots of public land and minimal resident hunting pressure on them. You can bring your own rifle or use one mine.

I’ll say up front, that I won’t run a bait as that takes a lot of front end work with feeding bears and what not. We’ll spot and stalk via hunting from the truck, ATV’s, on foot or even float some rivers.

Best times vary from year to year with moisture and temperature to promote green up being a big factor however late May and early June will reliably yield many bear sightings. Into June you can risk rubbed hides but should still be good. Season closes June 15th in these parts.
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Maaate!
Sounds Great- i'll shoot a PM within the week or so!!!
 
so i followed some links and ended up on a website with all the information about hunter host, an alberta game regs, i emailed to try get some specific answers in regards to when an how do i go about getting permits an licenses, is it something you do when you get there??
who would be the right authority to send Questions too an maybe get some forms emailed back to fill??

thank you
 
I went with a Hunter Host in Alberta, one needs a WIN Card which can be gotten online, I bought my licences at whatever they call the Goverment Agent in Alberta, I suspect this can all be done online nowadays.

They did require proof of a hunter safety course at that time, a hunting licence from a neighbouring province was considered good enough.
 
how is the wolf population over these parts and or coyote? the lady mentioned i should apply for the wolf/coyote tag!

yay or nay?
 
Have fun, lots of wolves in the Peace Country, but don’t expect a shot on one in a single trip. A happenstance and luck thing, but people get lucky. As for wild country we lived north of Peace River for awhile, and good to temper the expectations, it’s farm and oil and gas country. Lots of lease roads and fields, but also lots of black bears. You’ll do well on bear there for quantity, have a ball, plan a few days in the mountains (Jasper) and / or on the coast if possible as a tourist to see more.
 
So for Australian end of things, i do not need a permit for importing tanned hide and really clean skulls..

anyone got a pricing on a hide to be tanned and worst case a professionally cleaned euro skull mount?
i will maybe look into a home tanning kit depending on the time allowance to do it and if my host has adequite space for me to do so!?

im so stoked on the no permit side of life ha ha
 
First visit to Canada? How are you arriving, driving etc.? We can make sure you get to see some real neat country by giving you the many options available.
 
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