Hunting - A Hunters Paradise

Roger Mireau, Corey Mierau, Chris Mireau, Doug Liedle, Dillen Liedle, Gary Ouellette, Mike Bauer, Wayne Koch & Bruce Turner with racks: Hunt #3: August 29-September 4, 2006.

Central Canadian Barrenground Caribou

Each summer, the animals in the Bathurst Caribou herd journey from the calving grounds near the Arctic coast southward to the treeline. Peterson's Point Lake Lodge lies in the midst of their southward migration route. Traveling along time-honored trails, thousands of caribou pass through Point Lake each season. In August, the animals are dark brown with a short, smooth coat and massive, velvet covered antlers. As the weeks pass, the velvet peels off, leaving the antlers with a polished appearance. As cooler temperatures arrive the bulls grow heavy white manes with a prominent white stripe along their flanks.

Fall Caribou migration

To learn more about caribou, please check out our caribou facts here.

Your Hunt

As the only outfitter on this 70-mile long lake, you will enjoy exclusive access to hundreds of square miles of prime caribou habitat. Whether you choose to hunt with rifle, bow or black powder, our seven-day, all inclusive hunts offers you an unparalleled opportunity to take home a trophy Barrenground Caribou bull. We have a maximum of 10 hunters per hunt, 50 per season. We include fishing as part of our package after the hunt is completed. There are also opportunities to hunt wolf & wolverine while on your hunt or after you bagged your caribou.

Hunting Guides

Each group of two hunters is provided with the services of one guide, who are an integral part of Peterson's Point Lake Lodge. These experienced, professional outdoors people are highly motivated and committed to providing you with a first-class hunting experience. Many of our guides have received their National Hunting Guide Certificate and are certified by the Government of Northwest Territories for their skills and professionalism.

2008 Hunt Schedule:

August 20 - 26
August 26 - September 1
September 1 - 7
September 7 - 13
September 13 - 19

Please click here for a detailed hunt itinerary.

Hunting Rates:

2-tag hunt: $ 6,500.00
1-tag hunt: $ 6,000.00
Non-hunter/observer rate: $ 3,250.00
Guide alternatives:  1 x 1 option is available for an additional $ 800.00

Prices are based on groups of two and are subject to change depending on currency exchange rate.  GST included. Solo bookings are accepted pending available space and physical ability.

Download our Caribou Hunting Information Sheet ( Hunting Info. PDF format)

Your package includes:

• Round trip from Yellowknife to lodge
• License for one caribou
• License for a wolf, wolverine or small game (small game season is September 1)
• Five full days of hunting
• Furnished accommodations
• Sleeping bags & liners
• Preparation of trophies
• Rubbermaid containers for transport of caribou meat
• Shower facilities
• Boats, motors and gas
• Mustang life jackets
• Meals
• Guides (2:1)
• Personalized shuttle to and from Yellowknife airport/hotel/float base
• Fishing available after the hunt: rods and reels supplied
  

Does not include:

• $25.00 fee for velvet preparation
• Wolf and/or wolverine licenses
• Gratuities
• Alcohol beverages and mix
• Accommodations in Yellowknife
• Cancellation insurance
• Trophy fees
• Other tags & fishing license)

Booking/Deposits:

Because of the limited number of guests we accommodate, it is important to make your reservations as early as possible to ensure your choice of dates. Bookings are based on double occupancy; odd numbered groups and single bookings are accepted pending available space. A $2500.00 US deposit is required to confirm your spot. The deposit is non-refundable, substitute hunters allowed.

Some people book a group of friends, relatives or co-workers and have the lodge exclusively for their group. If you are booking a group or looking for a single hunt, we will accommodate your needs as best as possible.

Consumer Protection: For your peace of mind all packages at Peterson's Point Lake Lodge are covered under the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) "Tourist Deposit Assurance Program." Under this program the GNWT guarantees our guests' deposits.

Wolf & Wolverine Hunting: As part of your package you have an option for a license for a wolf, wolverine or small game license (small game season is available September 1). Of course, if you would like to hunt more then one of these options you can purchase the others for $60.00 each. We are looking into the possibility of obtaining migratory game bird hunting permits for you this season as well. Please check back for updated information.

Barry Gillis with wolf

Dave Stryle with guide Chad Peterson and wolverine

Archery: Bow hunting on the tundra can be a rewarding and challenging experience. Hiking, stalking your animal takes skill, patience and accuracy in this open country. Glacial erratics (large boulders left by moving ice sheets) and small stunted evergreen forests provide some cover while hunting caribou, however these natural barriers are not always located where you will be hunting. On an annual basis, approximately 14% of our guests choose to hunt with a bow. We recommend that archery hunters book in the first or second hunt as the weather is warmer and the caribou spend more time grazing. This provides better opportunities for stalking. As the weather turns cooler, the caribou migrate much faster.

 

Guy Eastman, with his #7 Pope and Young record caribou. Guide Paul
Jones on left.

Our Hunting Philosophy:

“The true hunter counts his achievement in proportion to the effort involved and the fairness of the sport”

Saxton Pope

Purchasing a big game hunt is a time and financial investment, so ensuring you have a successful hunt is of utmost importance to us. Having a successful hunt means different things to different people. The prospect of returning home with a ‘book' animal is very exciting to some people whereas others are thrilled by the pursuit and as a result harvest a representative bull. Experiencing a new and unique area, seeing indigenous wildlife and developing camaraderie with fellow hunters are also aspects of a hunt that contribute to its overall success.

As a responsible outfitter, we don't promise you what we can't deliver. We make no guarantees about getting a ‘book' animal; this is the sport of hunting, we have no control over the weather or the caribou migration. What you can expect is that we will give 110% effort to make your entire trip a success. We stress the importance of fair chase and responsible hunting. We guarantee that we will provide you with a well run operation offering you excellent lodging, top-notch equipment, great meals and expert guides. We have been in business over 20 years and the number of guests that return to hunt with us is a testimony to our service.

What does responsible hunting mean to us? On a very elementary level it means following the law, this is the foundation of for fair chase, but really it goes well beyond legislation, emphasizing respect for wildlife and behaving in a way that does not dishonour the hunter, the hunted or the environment. Following safe firearm handling procedures, observing local customs and being thoughtful are also personal codes of conduct that we feel are necessary to be a responsible hunter. It also means making appropriate preparations for your hunt, which include but are not limited to your physical fitness, shooting skills, as well as learning about the animal being pursued. Your ability to hike the hills and walk without difficulty, attaining and maintaining your rifle or bow skills to make a clean, quick kill, your comfort level with using your equipment at varying distances as well as your stalking ability are all components being a responsible hunter that fundamentally aid in the overall success of your hunt.

Guest Remarks:

“A real professional outfit…I will recommend Peterson's to people & my friends who are looking for the best caribou hunt available. Thank you again for a great adventure.”

Roger Barrett, Bolton, CA."

“A great experience. I have recommended Peterson's to several interested persons/friends. The organization and accommodations were outstanding. I would love to experience Point Lake again in the future.”

Peter Szekely, Florence, MT

“I had an excellent time. This was my first guided hunt and it was great. I would recommend your operation to anyone. If you would like to put me down as a reference I would be more than happy to give your place at A++ rating… Your guides are top notch and you have one of the best cooks around. The facilities you have in such a remote area are superb. We are already talking about saving our money so we can come back…”

Gary Pini Jr. & Sr.

“Everything about the hunt was great. Top notch business you guys are running.”

Mark Rogers, Foam Lake, SK

“The hunt – not only the caribou but seeing the wolves, grizzlies, moose, etc…an experience we can't get anywhere else! Thanks for a great experience.”

Bill Infanger, Nelson, MN.

“To see the many animals and the different land structure and to shoot caribou. Also to meet new friends and enjoy hunting with them for a week….Just hiking and the stalking...was awesome”

Mike Sorensen, Osakis, MN

“The entire experience was great, the staff at the lodge took great care of us and I was able to share the experience with on one my best friends. Thanks for everything! I look forward to seeing you again.”

Eric Boley, Kemmerer, WY

“Travelling through the tundra is always a joy for me and the colours at the time we were at the camp were exceptional…The whole hunt experience is one I continually enjoy and especially enjoy when I could be with my brothers when they got their first caribou during the last two hunts. Your hunt camp is an excellent experience which is why I have kept returning over the years.”

Gerry Beyersbergen, Edmonton, AB

“Probably too many to select just one. Seeing the area, seeing the caribou, shooting caribou, meeting all the guides, hunters and the Petersons and of course catching a 20lb lake trout! All stand out as highlights.

Mike Liemandt, Colorado Springs, CO

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