Guided Moose Hunting In The Area Of Prince George, BC

For many hunters, the moose defines big game hunting in North America. British Columbia's vast and diversified forests offer the best moose hunting in the world. Chilako Valley Outfitters's area has prime moose feeding areas and habitats, providing highly successful moose hunting every season. Recent burns (2 to 5 years old) and forest cutovers can be particularly rewarding, especially if a browsing area or travel corridor is nearby.

The best moose hunting usually occurs once snow has blanketed the ground. Depending on snow depth, it can be physically and mentally exhausting to move through, so hunters are advised to be in good physical condition. Few hunting thrills in this world compare with tracking and stalking moose as they travel over a snow-clad landscape.

The name, moose, is derived from the Algonquan name meaning "eater of twigs". Moose are the largest of the deer family, with seven different sub-species recognized in the world, four of which inhabit North America. The British Columbian moose are considered among the largest of the family, with bulls frequently weighing in excess of 1800 lbs (comparable Eastern moose generally never weigh over 1400lbs).

Moose are generally the size of a horse, with long ears, humped shoulders, an elongated head and a "dewlap" or bell hanging from the throat. Their "gangly", awkward appearance is deceiving, as it suits the diverse environment which they inhabit, and allows them to travel over any type of terrain. They are capable of running as fast as 35 mph, and can swim or climb steep hills with equal ease. Although their eyesight is relatively weak, they certainly aren't blind. Their most acute sense is that of hearing, which is aided by their "donkey like" ears that help the animals to pick up even tiny sounds at great distances.

When moose bed down for the night, they frequently criss-cross the wind and then button-hook back to watch their downwind trail. Chilako Valley Outfitter`s professional guides know all the tricks these animals use throughout their lives, maximizing your opportunity to successfully hunt these massive trophy animals. Because of the animal’s size, hunters should choose heavy, or magnum cartridges, to minimize the chances of only wounding an animal. Popular calibers for British Columbia moose hunting include the .270, .308, .30-06 and the .300 Winchester Magnum. Select a premium bullet that weighs at least 150 grains, so that it has the ability to penetrate the thick hide, muscle and bone of the huge animals.

Moose hunting in British Columbia provides hunters with the opportunities of a lifetime. Experience the ultimate in North American big game hunting. Choose Chilako Valley Outfitters for your moose hunting, and get ready to have a moose hunting experience that you`ll be very proud to share with family and friends, all the days of your life.

To book your Chilako Valley Outfitters moose hunting adventure, call 250-560-5582!

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Prince George, British Columbia      Phone 250-560-5582      Fax 250-560-5590