Be prepared for fluctuating temperatures. Spring bear hunts can see lows of 3 degrees Celsius (37F) to highs of 20 degrees Celsius (68F). August goat hunts can see lows of 46F to highs of 70+F. September and October weather can see lows of freezing and highs of 50+F. In November you can expect the temperatures to continue getting colder 20F-35F range. Canadian winter conditions can get quite cold. For trap line tours and winter hunts you can expect anything from -40 degrees Celsius (-40F) to -10C (14F) depending on the month.
Our cabins have comfortable beds, an outhouse and an on-demand hot water shower system. Hunters hunting out of the main cabin camps may bring as much gear as they feel they need to be comfortable. Hunters on horseback are limited to one duffel, plus rifle and day pack, extra gear will be left at main camp. Backpack goat hunts are limited to what you can carry (typically 50lbs).
Prepare your gear for rain and wet snow. Put your camera in a plastic bag. Waterproof and shockproof high quality binoculars are a must.
This checklist should prove very useful in assisting you to ensure you arrive with everything you need.
Notes regarding your equipment.
SLEEPING BAG: Although down bags are warmer we recommend a good quality synthetic bag as these dry out quickly if wet and will also keep you warm while they are still wet.
RAIN GEAR: Good quality quiet rain gear, tops and bottoms. You may be riding so be sure they will be comfortable.
LEATHER BOOTS: Good quality, warm, well fitting, comfortable hiking boots. Preferably waterproof and broken in.
RUBBER BOOTS: May not be needed If your leather boots are very waterproof. There will be mud and muskeg in places and rubber boots will keep you dry. Rubber bottomed winter boots with liners that can be removed and dried will work equally well for the cold weather.
PERSONAL TOILETRIES: Toothpaste, towel etc..
EYEWEAR/MEDICATIONS: If you have contact lenses, please bring a supply of what you will need for the whole hunt as we will be a long way from any store. The same for any medications.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: If you would enjoy a beverage at the end of a long cold day of hunting, or around the campfire in the evenings this is absolutely permitted. Alcoholic beverages need not be brought from home but can be purchased in Prince George or McBride before arriving in camp. We reserve the right not to permit an intoxicated guest to hunt.