This is a Fly-in, Unguided Caribou Drop hunt in the Alaska brooks range

Our unguided caribou hunts are based on an eight day hunting schedule. In Alaska you can’t hunt same day airborne, so on the first day we fly you into the field so you can get camp set up and get prepare for the next six full days of hunting. The seventh day is your scheduled pick-up day to come out of the field.

  • Groups must be in multiples of two.
  • Trophy quality is good. Sometimes extremely good.
  • Limit is one caribou bull per hunter.
  • Success rates run 80-90% depending on the year.
  • Opportunity rate is 90+%.
  • Be sure to get a wolf tag.
  • Fishing and ptarmigan hunting can be very good.
  • This can be a hard hunt. Walking in tundra is difficult.
  • You can bring all of your own gear, or rent a camp and food package from us in Kotzebue.
  • All unguided hunters are responsible for setup and teardown of their own tents and camping equipment.
  • Must be a US citizen to book a hunt.

This hunt is in high demand, and spots are extremely limited.

If you are interested, we highly suggest that you secure your spot with a deposit ASAP.

UNGUIDED CARIBOU HUNTING PACKAGES THAT WE OFFER

Our transport only package is pretty simple. An Unguided Alaska pilot will drop your group and your gear in the field, and pick you up at a specified time, weather depending. With the Transport Only Package, hunters provide their own gear and food.

The Transport Only Package Includes:

  • Meet and Greet at Airport Terminal (or landing strip) to assist with baggage/gear.
  • Air transportation into/out of the field with gear.*
  • Transport of your meat, capes and antlers out of the field back to main hub.
  • Land Use Permits
  • Outfitted Camp Gear Rental
  • Food Package

*The weight limit for our transport only hunters is 120 pounds of gear per person. This includes your camp, all of your personal gear, weapon, -20 rated sleeping system, backpack, field dressing equipment and game bags.

**Additional fuel surcharges will be assessed when weight limits are exceeded on a case by case basis.

SUGGESTED GEAR LIST

Bringing all of the gear needed for this hunt with you on the airlines is difficult and expensive. There are also some critical items that cannot be taken on commercial flights. For that reason most hunters choose the Camp Rental and Food Package.

The Camp and Food Package Includes:

  • Meet and Greet at Airport Terminal (or landing strip) to assist with baggage/gear.
  • Air transportation into/out of the field with gear.*
  • Transport of your meat, capes and antlers out of the field back to main hub.
  • Land Use Permits
  • Outfitted Camp Gear Rental
  • Food Package

Camps go in, and out of the field with the hunters.

*Weight limits for Camp Rental hunters is 60 pounds of gear per person. This includes all of your personal gear, weapon, -20 rated sleeping system, backpack, field dressing equipment and game bags.

**Additional fuel surcharges will be assessed when weight limits are exceeded on a case by case basis.

Hunts DO NOT Include:

  • Guiding is NOT included. This transporter ONLY offers unguided hunts in Alaska.
  • Commercial Airfare to and from major hub (i.e. Kotzebue).
  • Any hotels/meals that may be needed prior to or after your hunt.
  • AKDFG Hunt/Fishing License, and Tag Fees. We encourage all hunters to purchase a wolf tag!
  • In town lodging/meals due to the inability to fly because of bad weather.
  • Change fees associated with missed commercial flights due to bad weather or unforeseen issues which can arise from time to time.
  • Any in-town purchases at local stores or with locals for their arts.
  • Wet-Lock Boxes for meat and/or Customized Antler Boxes for transport home. *Their crew will ASSIST YOU in showing you how to wrap your antlers and meat to get it ready for your trip home.  However, it’s ultimately your responsibility to get antlers, capes and meat ready for transport home.
  • Excess Baggage Fees or Shipping associated with your meat, antlers and capes with Commercial Airlines or Shipping companies.  Please check with your Airline to see what their baggage fees will be.
  • Expediting and Taxidermy of trophies/antlers.
  • Trip Insurance is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT, especially on a hunt in a place such as Alaska.
  • Gratuities for your pilot, and our crew back at the hangar.

Camp Rental Package Includes:

*For every TWO hunters

  • 1 Cabela’s four or six man Guide Model tent for every TWO hunters. This gives you plenty of room for cots, bags and personal gear.
  • 1 Stove with four, one pound propane bottles
  • 2 Cots
  • 2 Rolls of toilet paper
  • 1 Tarp
  • Matches and lighter/fire starters
  • 1 Cook set, including a coffee pot, kitchen pots, pans, utensils, two sets of silverware, plates, bowls and cups, and a collapsible water container.
  • 4 Garbage bags
  • 1 Lantern with mantels
  • 1 Roll paper towels
  • Dish soap
  • 10 Quart size sandwich Ziploc bags
  • 20 feet of Twine
  • Basic First Aid Kit

The gear package provides hunters with not only comfort, but the NECESSITIES of being out in what can be a very harsh and unforgiving environment. Above the Arctic Circle is no place to skimp on gear!

They pay close attention to your needs, ensuring that camps have enough food, even in the event you get stuck in the field for extra days due to unforeseen issues. In addition, camp gear is closely inspected each time it returns from the field, with damaged or worn items being replaced as needed.

Camp Locations

The goal is ALWAYS to place you in a location where you will have a chance for a successful hunt. The camps are placed along the migration route, to stack the odds in your favor. All of the areas we use have had historical success. The weather, our schedule and caribou movement will determine your camp location. They try our best to locate camps in areas with plenty of driftwood/willows for makeshift camping, temporary meat caches and building fires.

Personal Gear List

What's included in the Food package per TWO hunters

  • 1 Bag Beef Jerky
  • 5 lbs. of potatoes
  • 2 loaves of bread
  • 1 Ziplock bag of onions
  • 1 jar of jelly
  • 1 jar of peanut butter
  • 1 bag of Cheese Crackers
  • Cooking oil
  • Fruit Snacks/Hard Candy/Granola Bars
  • Gatorade/Kool-Aid
  • Instant Coffee w/ Cream and Sugar
  • Instant Oatmeal
  • Hot Cocoa/Tea Bags
  • Ramen Soup
  • Fish Seasoning, Salt and Pepper, etc.

1 Box of 10 Freeze Dried, Backpacking-Style Meals

  • 10 Breakfasts that include a variety of oatmeal & scrambled eggs, skillets, etc.
  • 28 Dinners that include a mixed variety of chicken, beef & pork entrees.
  • 8 Desserts are also included, and are based on availability.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • Items may change slightly, subject to seasonal availability.
  • If you require any special medicine and/or foods associated with your daily diet and health routine, you will want to make sure you pack it yourself and bring it with you.
Caribou hunters packing out their bulls

Travel Information

  • You will fly to Anchorage, AK (ANC), then catch a flight to Kotzebue, where the transporter will send someone from their team to meet you at the airport.
  • You’ll need to also book a flight to Kotzebue (OTZ) from Anchorage (ANC) with Alaska Airlines. 
  • Schedules can vary so check in advance.
  • Arriving on the day you’re scheduled to go into the field DOES NOT leave enough time. 
  • You will need to plan on being in Kotzebue the day/evening **PRIOR** to your scheduled departure date, making sure you secure a place in town for the night to lay your head.
  • Book “flexible” return flights and we HIGHLY recommend trip insurance! *Weather is a variable that no one can control. Weather conditions may prevent us from being able to fly. Such instances are rare, but can occur.

Transport In and Out of the Field

  • They are on a tight schedule, and it is in their best interest to stick to it. However, we all know that the weather in Alaska doesn’t like to cooperate. At times you’ll have to wait for the weather to clear, or frost or snow to melt off the wings before they can start flying. If such conditions do exist, please be patient. There is nothing anyone can do about the weather.
  • They’ll use either a float plane or a plane with bush wheels to get you into the field. The schedule and caribou movement depicts which plane will be used.

Meat Care

  • Bring good quality game bags with you.
  • Transporters are not permitted to store meat at their facility in Kotzebue. Meat will stay in the field with you for the entire time unless arrangements are made between you and the pilot.
  • Kotzebue DOES NOT have meat processing facilities to accommodate hunters.
  • The local Hotel in Kotzebue we recommend has a walk-in, -20 degree freezer for hunters to freeze their meat prior to departure back home.
  • Meat boxes can be purchased at the hanger. Boxes can be checked on as luggage. Boxes must not be over 100 pounds. Excess baggage fees will be charged by the airlines for additional pieces of checked baggage on Alaska Airlines.
One thing is certain, whether you get your bull or not, you will have an adventure. Alaska is ALWAYS an adventure.
They will get you remote

Our transporter will get you, your gear and hopefully your caribou meat and antlers in and out of the field.

The hunting is up to you

They’ll do their absolute best to put you where the caribou are, but that doesn’t mean they’re going to cooperate. You will have to hunt for them.

Adventure is their Guarantee

One thing is certain, whether you get your bull or not, you will have an adventure. Alaska is ALWAYS an adventure.

Field Photos

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