Trophy Dall Sheep Hunts in the Northwest Territories

ABOUT OUTFITTER:
The owner of this operation has lived where they operate since the late 1970’s, and have spent every summer and fall guiding hunters. The outfitters is also a licensed pilot, along with having a strong background in wildlife biology. With exclusive outfitting rights to this expansive territory, their team is dedicated to providing a hunting experience rooted in tradition, conservation, and adventure. Prioritizing quality over quantity, they limit the number of hunters they take each season, ensuring a low harvest rate across all species. Their approach focuses on selecting only the oldest, most mature animals, safeguarding the future of the wildlife population while maintaining a true fair-chase hunting experience. They offer hunts for Dall Sheep, Moose, and Mountain Caribou.

This nearly 10,000-square-mile wilderness is accessible only by bush aircraft. The untouched beauty of this vast landscape, shaped by the watersheds of the local Rivers, is home to an abundance of wildlife. The remoteness of the region not only preserves its raw, untamed character but also offers an experience few will ever know—trekking through terrain where no human has set foot before. The sheer scale of the concession allows for continual exploration, with many areas remaining untouched by hunters for years at a time. This commitment to sustainable hunting and deep respect for the land ensures that every expedition is not only a hunt but an immersion into one of the last great wildernesses on Earth.

HUNT DETAILS:
Hunting in the Northwest Territories with this highly reputable outfitter offers one of the most exceptional big game experiences in North America, particularly for those in pursuit of world-class Dall Sheep. These sheep hunts are conducted in remote, rugged terrain that has seen very little hunting pressure, allowing hunters to glass a wide range of country and evaluate multiple mature rams. The longer duration hunts ensures ample opportunity to locate and harvest a true trophy. For those interested, Mountain Caribou can be added to all hunt dates except the early July 14–25 hunt, and Wolf and Wolverine are always included at no extra cost. Clients who tag out early often choose to continue hunting additional species rather than return home, maximizing their time in the field. Hunts can be done solo (1x1 guide-to-hunter ratio) or shared with a partner (2x1) at a slightly reduced rate.

Longer combination hunts offer the chance to explore a variety of terrain—from high alpine basins to lower river valleys—while pursuing Dall Sheep, Mountain Caribou, Alaska-Yukon Moose, and other species. These extended hunts are perfect for those who want a true wilderness adventure and are designed to provide the time needed to seek out exceptional trophies. Moose can be added to later hunts, particularly those starting around August 27 and September 7, when bulls become more active with the beginning of the rut. September also marks a seasonal shift as Dall Sheep begin moving out of their summer range, making it an ideal time to combine sheep and moose hunting using various methods, including spot-and-stalk and river rafting.

This outfitter operates in some of the most remote and wild high country in the Northwest Territories. The region consistently produces heavy-horned rams, record-book caribou, and tremendous moose bulls. For those with the time and desire for an extended multi-species expedition, this is a chance to relive the golden era of mountain hunting—where adventure, solitude, and high-quality game define the experience.

You will be highly mobile, and will generally work your way through the mountain range in search of game. You may also stay in one of their comfortable camps for the duration of your hunt. They put a great deal of time into planning your hunt, and choosing a great starting point for you, based on their knowledge of the area, and the seasonal distribution of game. Most of the time, you will be able to find great trophies in the area that you start your hunt in, but in the rare case that you aren’t, they can always move you to a different area later on in the hunt, if necessary, and weather permitting. They also float the river in whitewater rafts on some hunts, particularly later in the season when game is beginning to move onto its winter ranges. This is an exciting way to travel through a lot of spectacular country, and to see a lot of game.

For many, hunting on horseback in remote country is as good as it gets, and highlights the nostalgia of hunting in the North Country, when horses were the only feasible means of travel in the vast wilderness found in the region. Their excellent horse crew is there to provide you with an opportunity to enjoy this experience with them, and to explore seldom hunted country on one of a variety of horseback hunt options. On these hunts, you’ll be able to cover a great deal of country without packing heavy loads on your back, but will still spend much time hunting on foot. The country they hunt on horseback is excellent for all species, and consistently produces exceptional trophies.

They supply all camp equipment, food, guides and their years of experience. Their equipment is top quality and is kept in excellent condition. You are required to bring your personal gear— backpack, bedroll/sleeping pad, binoculars, rifle/ammunition, boots and clothing. A complete information letter that includes an equipment list with some recommendations is mailed to you well in advance of the hunt. Their base-camp is equipped with satellite communications and HF radios enabling them to readily contact the "outside world" should the need arise. All of their guides carry hand-held satellite phones for safety and logistical reasons.

ACCOMMODATIONS:
You and your guide will be comfortable and self-sufficient, staying in high quality, lightweight mountaineering tents, which the outfitter provides. They also have several comfortable cabins situated at various locations in the heart of great game country, so you may stop at one of these for a day or two, or to escape bad weather if you happen to be in the area. Base-camp has comfortable log and frame cabins, shower facilities, meat-houses and other conveniences. They also have a number of out camps consisting of comfortable tent frames and cabins, which are used seasonally on particular types of hunts.

LICENSE INFORMATION:
Licenses and tags are purchased upon arrival or by the outfitter.