RE: Mountain Goat Hunting
Hi Alsation,
There are lots of goats in bcbut outfitters are expensive. I doubt you would go home emplty handed if your in good shape. If you go that route you should plan on takin at least one other animal, elk-moose to get the most bang for your buck.
I have never shot a goat but they seem to be all over the place when I sheep hunt and I am thinking about fixing the situation. I agree they are a terrific animal. I think a tag cost 25 bucks for res. The local guides really like chasing goats and consider goat hunting their idea of fun. The moose caribou sheep and bear hunts being work.
Myself I would opt for a self guided hunt inn Alaska. Should be lots of goats out of juneau, haines or skagway.
A young friend of mine, who had never hunted anything succesfully in his life, but who is full of energy, shot a goat about 5 years ago in BC. His partner knew it was a big goat but they spent 4-5 days trying to get him with a bow (had taken several shots)but eventually took it with a rifle.
Turns out even though the goat was missing a good chunk of one horn, it was a new world record. He won the Sagina Hill Award from B and C.
My point being a self guided can work out fine.
goodluck