#AlaskaCaribouHunting

[flyarcticair]

With all the craziness happening right now ... I can’t wait to be out in the vast wilderness to escape all this world meltdown. #alaskacaribouhunting #arcticairflying #findyourcenter #wildernesstherapy #becalmbestrongbegrateful (at Noatak National Preserve) https://www.instagram.com/p/B99ePP7JZ4s/?igshid=82zmucd3gu98

[physicalandmental]

Being Prepared Physically & Mentally for your Hunt

Alaska Hunting requires a person to be prepared for what they have signed up for.  Alaska being more than twice as large as Texas, having fewer road miles than Delaware - hiring the right Air-Taxi/Transporter to get you where you need to be will be a key element in the success of your hunt.  However, as a result of the vastness of the State, most big game hunting in Alaska is more along the lines of an expedition than the type of hunting to which most people are accustomed. Typically, you have to walk from the drop-off point to where you will hunt and pack out anything you kill. Although we make every attempt to get you in the best place possible to get your game, many times you may be required to cross a creek, walk across Tussocks (which is like walking across frozen footballs), may have to deal with several different weather climates while in the field - and being prepared with the good Camp Gear is also a key element in preparing for your hunt.  

Even if you are lucky and find an animal within a mile of your camp, there is a lot of work involved in cleaning and packing out that animal. Even an experienced Alaskan hunter will say the work really begins once an animal is killed.

Besides physical conditioning, hunting in Alaska demands far more logistical planning than almost anywhere else. Weather plays a major role and must be factored into any plans. You must be self-reliant, capable of remaining in the field longer than expected under difficult circumstances. Inadequate planning, poor preparation or underestimating the wilderness can lead to a miserable or even fatal hunt. 

Having realistic expectations on a hunt is also a key element when planning for your hunt.  Hunting in Alaska (or anywhere else that is not a “controlled fenced area”, success is not guaranteed. Remember:  it’s called “hunting” not “killing” for a reason - and the success of the hunt will be largely dependent upon the work you’re willing to put into preparing ahead of time and while in the field.  I’ve always said “You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make them drink”.  Same concept applies to hunting - we can put you in a great spot for the animals but you’ll have to put your own efforts into it as well.  It will prove to be a challenging and amazing experience all the way around if you are prepared ahead of time. 

[flyarcticair]

It’s been a busy couple of weeks … shopping, shipping and getting things ready for the season! Y’all ready for your hunt!?!? #costco #mountainhouse #alaskacaribou #alaskacaribouhunting #arcticairflying #itsjustnuts #crazinessoverload (at Fairbanks, Alaska) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRm7LRpFYvM/?utm_medium=tumblr

[flyarcticair]

Happy Easter Everyone ... He Has Risen! Remember all we have and forget about what we don’t. We all have one LIFE ... live it to the fullest! #alaska #youdoyou #huntingislife #alaskacaribou #alaskacaribouhunting #lifeofadventure #remembertobethankful #arcticairflying (at Alaska) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNQMuw6FE2A/?igshid=psbj011e4wng

[flyarcticair]

@2a.tony and his first Alaskan Caribou Hunting Trip! Gotta love it! #firstisthebest #arcticairflying #alaskacaribouhunting #alaskacaribou #arcticairinc #dowhatyoulovelovewhatyoudo (at Alaska) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJinoicFVV_/?igshid=11eh44rvc6x92

[flyarcticair]

Alright - here’s hoping 2021 is so much better than this last year!! Ready for a fresh start!! #arcticairflying #alaskacaribou #alaskacaribouhunting #lovewhatyoudo #happynewyear (at Alaska) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJd7xedFCD0/?igshid=cn6i5m5x8n9e

[flyarcticair]

Here’s a few shots from the 2020 Season’s Gines Group, all total they had 12 guys in the field ... all tagged out! Gotta love it! #alaskacaribouhunting #alaskacaribou #diycaribouhuntingalaska #fillthefreezer #arcticairflying #itsbeenawhile #gettingbackinthegame (at Alaska) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJGIESVFIv5/?igshid=p3ps97obkztq

[flyarcticair]

It’s the beauty in what we do ... today while going in for a pick up of one of our groups, this was the traffic in the pattern! #alaskacaribou #alaskacaribouhunting #alaskahunting #caribou #arcticairflying https://www.instagram.com/p/CFbZPL3gFtn/?igshid=3m2eaml2c08

[flyarcticair]

SHE SAID YES!!! David & Leah came up to experience the wonderful Arctic North - David had something else in mind as well, after packing out the first animal, he got down on one knee and popped the question!!! What an amazingly memorable trip for them both - so glad we were a part of it! #shesaidyes #arcticmarriageproposal #alaskacaribou #alaskacaribouhunting #huntalaska #alaskaadventures #hadtomakesure #arcticairflying https://www.instagram.com/p/CFSSY8hF_Lh/?igshid=mr2295h2rchq

[flyarcticair]

The Murray’s & Savages were such a great group of people - the kids make it even better!! Thank you all for coming up and being a part of our Season! Was so much fun to meet you all and see the family traditions being passed on with the new generation!! Loved it!!! #alaskacaribou #alaskacaribouhunting #arcticairflying #dhc2beaver #lovewhatwedo #caribouhunting https://www.instagram.com/p/CFLn2y1leUJ/?igshid=kbhoqpf0vkhv

[flyarcticair]

So behind in our posts! This time of year is all about seeing our clients in person - I forget to share some of the experiences!! Love, Love ... Love getting to meet so many wonderful people and see Alaska’s beauty thru their eyes! #alaskacaribouhunting #alaskacaribou #alaskaadventures #arcticadventures #arcticairflying https://www.instagram.com/p/CFCZWToFg9w/?igshid=qbiao94hrn8h

[flyarcticair]

Clint & Megan came up and got the job done! Epic Alaskan Adventure was had!! #alaskacaribou #alaskacaribouhunting #alaskanadventures #arcticairflying #dowhatyoulove #dhc2beaver (at Alaska) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEycceglZ40/?igshid=opj15wetxe5b

[flyarcticair]

Filling the Freezer is the best when you’ve done it on your own. Donnie and his crew took home all their meat, processed it up and filling their freezers for the winter! #alaskalife #alaskacaribouhunting #alaskacaribou #fillthefreezer #harvest2020 https://www.instagram.com/p/CEinjx8pmx7/?igshid=1lzshrt8lnigb

[flyarcticair]

Nathaniel & Winston on their first ever Alaska Caribou Hunt and Winston’s 1st ever BIG Game... congrats guys!!! #alaskacaribouhunting #alaskacaribou #arcticairflying #fillthefreezer #arcticadventures https://www.instagram.com/p/CELlV3VpnxP/?igshid=3dxs3edbzzuc

[flyarcticair]

Part 2: first pictures were of the meat cooking up, now it’s the trophies!! Gotta love it!! #alaskacaribouhunting #alaskacaribou #arcticairflying #fillthefreezer #outdooradventures #lovewhatyoudo https://www.instagram.com/p/CD4eoOtJYaL/?igshid=wf32kocx22sj

[flyarcticair]

Nothing like a fresh Caribou Steak and Potato dinner after a successful hunt. More pics to come from JD, Travis, Dan & Kevin - what a great group of guys!! #alaskacaribouhunting #alaskacaribou #fillthefreezer #arcticairflying (at Alaska) https://www.instagram.com/p/CD0LWKaJMt2/?igshid=y7c5fxyzev8l