Self guided moose hunt??

hardcorehunter · 10-20-2008, 07:28 AM

I would like to do a DIY archery moose hunt. From what I know, Alaska is the only option. I want to use my own walltent and drive my vehicle to the hunt so I am not a slave to the airlines and them losing my gear. Would I need to bring a boat too, in order to gain access to the good hunting grounds, or can I drive my truck to good moose country, pitch my wall tent, and hunt with daypacks? I also have tons of bowhunting friends, but none are willing to make the financial commitment and take the time off from work to get this hunt done right. So, I am looking for 1-3 more guys that would like to do this in 2010 or 2011; start planning now. Tips on a DIY moose hunt appreciated. I know Canada requires outfitters, so Canada is out. Too hard to draw in the lower 48 for a moose too.
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bawanajim · 10-20-2008, 07:34 AM

Its hard to find a moose near any roads. floating or flying are about the only ways to access hunt able numbers of moose.I would go with a drop camp ,have a pilot drop you in a area you chose and plan on return and midweek fly over checks.
Good luck sounds like a great time.

Schultzy · 10-20-2008, 07:45 AM

Are you sure Alaska doesn't require a guide? I thought they did.

hardcorehunter · 10-20-2008, 07:51 AM

Steve, Alaska only requires a guide for Brown Bear/Grizzly, Dall sheepand Mountain goat.

Edit: Here ya go.

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Alaska Big Game Hunting FAQs
What is the difference between a tag, harvest ticket, and a permit?
These terms mean different things in different states. In Alaska, a harvest ticket is required in most areas for general hunts to hunt deer, moose, caribou, and sheep. They are available free from license vendors. The harvest ticket must be carried in the field and validated by cutting out the day and month immediately upon taking game. The tickets must be returned to Fish and Game after the hunt and the data helps managers assess harvest.
For drawing or registration hunts, the drawing permit or registration permit acts as the harvest ticket.
In addition to a hunting license, nonresident hunters must buy appropriate locking tags to hunt big game in Alaska - this tag is locked on the hide immediately after the kill and must remain there until the hide is processed or exported. Brown bears, and black bears from some areas, must also be sealed. This means taking the skull and skin (with claws and evidence of gender attached) to an officially designated sealing officer, who records data on the hunt and the animal and locks a seal on the skin.
When do moose and caribou seasons generally start?
Moose seasons are almost always in September. Most caribou seasons start August 1. Refer to the appropriate hunting supplement for more information.
As a nonresident, am I required to have a guide to hunt?
Nonresident hunters do not need a guide to hunt moose, but do need a guide for several other species. To get more information visit our guiding requirements page.
How can I get a list of guides and transporters?
A list of Alaska guides and transporters can be purchased for $5 from:
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P.O. Box 110806
Juneau, AK, 99811-0806
907-465-2543.
You can also look up guides and/or transporters and have a list emailed to you by using the Professional Licensing Data Retrieval System.
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A nonresident who hunts brown/grizzly bear, Dall sheep, or mountain goat must be personally accompanied by a licensed guide OR by an Alaska resident over 19 years of age who is within the "œsecond degree of kindred."

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Schultzy · 10-20-2008, 08:45 AM

That's good to know Don! I always thought you needed a guide no matter what. Get TeeJay up there with ya.

hardcorehunter · 10-20-2008, 09:07 AM

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ORIGINAL: Schultzy

Get TeeJay up there with ya.

LOL...you can't get him over 50 miles from his house.

hardcorehunter · 10-20-2008, 09:16 AM

I would also be interested in a fly in drop camp self guided, but I would like my/ourtruck in AK. Maybe we all drive to Washington State together and ferry up the coast to AK. My equipment, rack, and meat I would feel better if it was with me instead of the airlines.

hardcorehunter · 10-20-2008, 03:46 PM

ttt.....where are the adventurers in the crowd??

mez · 10-20-2008, 04:23 PM

First thing you need to do is buy the book, "Hunt Alaska Now" by Dennis Confer. I put in a link from Amazon.

I went on an unguided moose hunt with 3 buddies a few years back. It is an adventure for sure!! Don't have time to type it all now but I'll come back and give you some of my experiences.

http://www.amazon.com/Alaska-Self-Guiding-Trophy-Moose-Caribou/dp/0974168459/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1224541126& amp;sr=1-1

hardcorehunter · 10-20-2008, 05:42 PM

Thanks... Guys on AT are all over this..even if the huntnet guys are low spirited non adventurers..lol....

I am serious about this..wanted to do it all of my life. I am in excellent physical shape...and know I have what it takes to make a hunt like this happen. I just did a successful DIY archery elk hunt in NM in the Gila National Forest and the high altitude and vigourous hunting left me unscathed. I am self employed, just got a divorce from a $$ grabbing, lying, cheatin,$K@&* and my wallet is heavy again.