Derek Dowdall- Professional Outfitter & Guide & Rick Martin- Professional Outfitter and Guide

Canada

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Our company was established in 2016 and operates in 1 territory.

Alberta Wild is about the first day of the hunt through to the last. To harvest a trophy is such a blessing. It’s the window of time you have to make all those decisions before you seal the deal. We are here to cover all the details and time it takes to put you in that once-in-a-lifetime moment. To relax and enjoy our hospitality and combined characters that will stand out to add a wonderful storyline around the moment of truth!
Born and raised in Alberta and the son of a dedicated hunter and trap line operator, Derek has spent 23 years pursuing every opportunity to be in the back country hunting, trapping, fishing and exploring the untouched wilderness throughout Alberta. It was Derek’s passion for the outdoors that led him to use his hunting skills for more than recreation and went on to bring together Alberta Wild Outfitters.

About this hunt

Our spring bear spot and stalk camp is located 50km south of Grande Cache Alberta. We will be hunting in WMU 441 which is a mountain zone, but we are in the foothills east of the Canadian Rockies. The zone is very rugged and offers up some spectacular hunting opportunities. We will be staying in a backcountry camp right in the middle of our hunting zone. As I mentioned you will be staying in outfitter tents with wood stoves and cots. Our camp is equipped with hot showers and a full kitchen area. All your meals are included in the hunt which are cooked fresh daily in our kitchen. Your hunting party will have the whole place to yourself, no other hunters in camp so time to let loose and BYOB. This time of year, the weather will be very nice, and the days are long. With that said we are in the mountains and the weather can move in quickly, so we need to be prepared. We will manage your animal for you during your stay with us. It will be skinned on site and the meat will be cared for immediately. Depending on the weather we may recommend getting it to a butcher right away which is in town, for storage purposes only. If you do not wish to keep the meat, we have many families in the area who would be more than happy to have it. Bear harvesting regulations in Alberta state you must not allow the skin of any bear to be wasted, destroyed, spoiled, or abandoned. Taxidermy of your animal will also be at your cost. We work with two main taxidermists in Alberta which do unreal work if you’re interested. They will taxidermy your animal and ship it right to your door, again only if you’re interested. As far as your travel goes it will be best to fly into Edmonton and then rent a vehicle and drive up to camp.

Guided

(Regular trip)

Stalking

Bow Hunting

Rifle Hunting

Hunting season:

Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 15, 2026

Where you will hunt

Territory

For the most part, our hunting terrain is located in the central Alberta foot hills that border the Canadian Rockies. We have a mixed boreal forest of pine, spruce, aspen, willow, alder and buckbrush. Generally speaking we leave camp with the 4×4 vehicles and drive to an active hunting area. Depending on the species being hunted we may utilize blinds and stands but usually we hunt on foot or by quad and river boat and spot and stock our prey. We will put on many miles by foot during the hunt to access some very remote areas. Structure by elevation Mild Elevations: 80% Foothills: 50% Mountains: 20% Structure by landscape Boreal Forest: 60% Open logging cuts: 40% Creeks and lakes, valleys through out.

Fence type:	Not fenced
Territory size:	100 square miles
Languages spoken by staff:	English
Operating since:	2016 year

Entertainment services

Fishing

Where you will stay

Wall Tents

We will be setup in a backcountry camp right in the middle of our hunting zone. Our camp consists of heated canvas tents as sleeping quarters. Each building can accommodate two single beds with all the furnishings. A light and wood burning stove, a sink and a bucket of water for washing. Yes, we do have a heated camp shower. Our camp and kitchen are catered by an amazing cook who supplies a hearty breakfast before our hunt, and a huge supper when we return at the end of our day. We hunt all day and do not wish to return to camp, so mid-day lunches are in the field. Our comfortable hunting camp is built for hunting purposes. It is not a lodge with fancy fixings.

Bathroom

Outdoor shower

How to get there

Navigation guidelines

Grande Cache, Alberta

Transfer from airport:	Yes
Transfer from railway:	No

Other information

Gun rental:	No
Vaccination required:	No

Terms

Price includes

Accommodation
Transport on territory
Transfer from/to airport
Hunting license
Guiding by PH
Field trophy preparation
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Snacks
Beverages/soft drinks
Cooler on site that can accommodate 2 full quartered elk/moose.
Trophy Care (all field dressing is done by the guides, hides and capes are skinned, lips and ears are also turned and salted to preserve your trophies until you deliver them to your taxidermist)
Transportation while hunting (truck, river boats, ATVs)
Video footage and photos of your hunt
Wolf/Coyote License
All Hunting Licenses, Tags & Permits
Trophy measurement
Insurance
Housekeeping

Price does NOT include

Gun permits
Gun rental
Ammunition
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities
Alberta Wildlife Identification Number
Upland Bird Game License
Fishing license
Butchering of animal and associated costs
Taxidermy and Transportation of trophy or meat to place of residence
Guide Tips and Gratuities (10%)
Personal Hunting Equipment (Guns can be Rented at $250USD/Week)
Pre/Post Hunt accommodations and Travel
Gun registration / permits at Canadian boarder
Personal Travel Insurance
rifle rentals for $50USD a day. We have Browning X-bolts in 300wsm and 270win

Cancellation

All Deposits and Final Payments are Non-Refundable however can be transferred to
another hunter or future hunt dates.

Wounding

All efforts will be made to find a wounded animal

Payment

Deposit

25% based on trip price

Deposit deadline: 5 days after booking

Final payment

Paid 45 days before hunt

Payment notes

To Hunt in Alberta, you will have to register with www.albertarelm.com/licensing.page and purchase the following: 1. Wildlife Identification Number (WIN) Which Costs $8.00 CDN We will manage your animal for you during your stay with us. It will be skinned on site and the meat will be cared for immediately. Depending on the weather we may recommend getting it to a butcher right away which is in town, for storage purposes only. If you do not wish to keep the meat, we have many families in the area who would be more than happy to have it. Bear harvesting regulations in Alberta state you must not allow the skin of any bear to be wasted, destroyed, spoiled, or abandoned. Taxidermy of your animal will also be at your cost. We work with two main taxidermists in Alberta which do unreal work if you’re interested. They will taxidermy your animal and ship it right to your door, again only if you’re interested.

US$ 20,000

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