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The Alaskan Yukon Moose is one of the greatest trophies to be had.
We look for heavy palms and good eye-guards.
Most of our moose are heavy antlered, averaging from 57-62". Moose live in
heavy timber so it is vitally important to listen to your guide and take the
shot when it presents itself, and make it true. Even with their huge body size
and wide antlers, they can slip through heavy underbrush or timber in an instant
and be gone. Pulling a stalk on a bull that has gathered up several watchful
cows requires much skill and patience. Be prepared to do some sitting, which
can be agonizing for someone used to moving a lot on a hunt. Glassing is done
from high ridges or tree stands.
The terrain is tundra, tussock humps, and not easy walking. Comfortable, warm, form-fitting waterproof boots are required. There may already be snow cover by this time, but it will be wet, regardless. There are many good waterproof clothing lines available now, so bring what has worked for you. Dressing in layers has always worked well, to adjust to the level of activity and/or temperature of the moment. Don't forget a warm hat and gloves! A large caliber rifle is recommended, such as a 300, 338 or 375, with some penetrating power to get through that thick moose hide at a vital spot.
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Ellis Big Game Guides operates on the Chugach National Forest under a special use permit issued by the US Forest Service Devil's Mt. Guiding Svc. dba Ellis Big Game Guides is authorized by NPS, Dept of Interior, to serve the public in the Wrangell-St. Elias Nat'l P & P |
They are not the big dumb animals people have been led to believe. They are
extremely cunning and elusive, so when a 60" bull moose is bagged it is truly
something to be proud of.
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of the moose camps have warm, dry cabins to retire to at the end of a hard day's
hunting. Count on rising early and staying out late for a successful hunt.
All of our guides are experienced in the care of trophies, which will be taken
care of at camp. Trophies and meat will be flown back to Nabesna. It will then
be the decision of the client as to whether to take the trophy home with him or
leave it with us to transport to D & C Expediters in Anchorage for shipping,
which will be at the client's expense. If you wish to take the meat home, you
must bring large coolers to pack the meat in to transport back to Anchorage for
processing or shipping. We will gladly accept any meat that is not taken.