Lodging and Accommodations
You will travel to the field, where a large base camp tent will be set up. From there, the hunt begins with hikes toward prime goat habitat, carrying essential gear such as optics, a spike camp, food, and other supplies.
Physical fitness is crucial, as the alpine terrain is steep and demanding. The goats are often found in the most challenging areas, making accessing them the most difficult part of the hunt. Hunters need to be prepared for physically taxing climbs and should have confidence in their leg strength and endurance. Gear such as microspikes, crampons, and walking sticks are recommended for navigating steep slopes safely.
Patience is also essential; sometimes, a desired billy may be spotted in inaccessible areas or risky positions, requiring hunters to wait for it to move to more suitable ground. With the healthy goat population on Kodiak, opportunities are plentiful, but ethical shot placement is critical to avoid wounding the animal and losing it in the rugged terrain. Hunters should be skilled with their weapon and prepared for follow-up shots, ideally keeping distances under 350 yards.
Travel Information
Dates and travel itinerary to be finalized after draw results are released.
Hunters should plan for a full seven-day hunting trip, plus travel days on each end. The journey begins with a flight to the town of Kodiak, where hunters will spend the night in a hotel before picking up their locking tag and hunting permit the next day. Afterward, the group will travel to the field, where a large base camp tent will be set up. From there, the hunt begins with hikes toward prime goat habitat, carrying essential gear such as optics, a spike camp, food, and other supplies.
Once a goat is harvested, the animal is processed, and the group will climb back to the base camp. Kodiak’s mountain goats are not only a challenging trophy but also provide excellent meat. Hunters have the option to ship the meat home or donate it locally, as goat meat is known for its quality. Trophy options include full-body mounts, half mounts, or rugs, and guides will assist in making the appropriate cuts for the desired preservation.
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