Course Outline
Do you want to learn to hunt? Not sure how to go about it all and don’t have a mentor. Do you want to be successful and learn the tricks. We will show you a variety of techniques and prepare you to hunt different species in the woods. This is a learning weekend and NOT a guided hunt.
- Online scouting
- Scouting on the ground
- Hunting styles (ambush, still, spot and stalk, calling)
- Ethics
- Equipment, optics, clothing, rifles, bows, kill kits
- How to use tree stands, blinds, trail cameras
- Hunting on a budget or time constraints
- After the kill, butchering, meat handling and processing.
(15-19 years old require parent or guardian permission, youth 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult)
$270.00
6 in stock
Hunters Intro
Are you new to hunting? Thinking about getting into hunting but are feeling a bit lost with all the options. Hunters Intro will fast track your way to a successful hunt. Learning to hunt is an art and this course will point you on the right path for you.
There is a tremendous amount of information out there about how to hunt different species. How do you sort through it all to work out what is right for you? What should you or shouldn’t you be doing. Everyone has a different style or preference. Some people are drawn to different species and for different reasons. Covering all big game species will take more time than we have. Instead, we will go through the main species and learn to hunt Whitetail, Elk and Black Bear. If it is in the spring we will also dive into Wild Turkeys.
We will cut through all of the confusion and show you the more important elements to hunting. What it is really all about beyond the Instagram trophy buck. Part of the course will be classroom based to cover all the online components and theory. Hunting happens rain or shine so we will head out and show you what you are looking for when your scouting.
Out in the woods we will show you how to set up, stalk, and locate good hunting areas unique to different species. Also, what you are looking for both online and on the ground to give you a good understanding of where to start your days and what to do. We are extremely privileged in BC to have some if the best and most diverse hunting in all of North America
Hunting is much more than just about the kill or the trophy. When we hunt we are partaking in a ritual that has existed since man could stand. In our modern lives we have lost connection with nature and the animals we pursue. With our plastic wrapped meats on a shelf we live a very sanitized version of what it is to be a human. To hunt is to learn and grow an understanding and deep respect for your quarry.
If you are curious and want to learn more about what it takes, come and join us for a 2 day dive into hunting big game in BC. Its a hands on approach. We will hang a tree stand, trail camera and do some on the ground scouting. An early start on the Sunday and we will try to get you in position for some wildlife viewing in our scouted areas. It will likely mean an early finish for those that need to travel. We have reserved the glamping tents for participants for this course. Please let us know if you want to stay in our Bell Tents. Its on first come first serve basis.
Basic Outline
Please bring clothing suitable for being outdoors and in the woods regardless of the weather. We will meet at the Base at 9 am on the Saturday we will finish the day in the early evening around 5pm. We will spend some time introducing the course and reviewing the material at the base. After lunch we will be heading out to do some on the ground scouting. Please have your day pack and be ready to go.
On the Sunday we will be splitting into small groups to do an early morning start. We will arrange the time on the Saturday. During the day we will cover all the main hunting styles in practise and hopefully get a glimpse of some early morning wildlife. We will run through how to field dress and butcher an animal in the field. Due to the early start time we will be finishing earlier in the afternoon. For those that need to travel this will give you some extra time.
This is not a guided hunt. Legally we cannot take you hunting as we would be seen as illegally guiding you. Please do not expect to be harvesting any animals on this course. You are welcome to bring any firearms or bows you own to ask questions. If you wish to hunt after the course hours you are welcome to. Providing you have the necessary tags and licenses. We do ask you to not hunt the areas that we will scout as having 8 people hunting in the same spot will render them rather pressurized and unproductive for all.
Please bring you mobile phone or tablet with space for downloading apps.
We will take regular tea, coffee breaks and there is a coffee and biscuits available.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not provided or included in the course. However, we have two 16’ Bell Tents, details under the Glamping menu. One has a queen bed and the other has two single/twin beds. These are reserved for people on this course to book them. Please get in touch with us directly if you would like to book these at an additional charge.
We also have space for campers and a small RV. Please contact us directly if you wish to come and pitch a tent. Alternatively, there is multiple local accommodations from tiny homes on Airbnb, commercial campgrounds and cabins.
Please bring the following items to this day course course. Ideally they should be packed in a backpack, large day pack or multiday pack. Please line the inside of your bag with a large contractor garbage bag. It will keep all your belongings dry without the need for expensive bag liners.
Tools / Equipment
Optional (this is all provided but we recognize people sometimes have personal preferences and gear)
Fixed blade knife (for more information see Article about Knifes)
Folding pruning saw (optional, these are provided)
Essential
Back pack (that will fit a sleeping bag, water bottle and some extra layers)
Headlamp and spare batteries
Watch ( or phone in a waterproof case/bag)
Lighter
Water bottle (wide mouth and preferably stainless steel, Nalgenes are just fine)
Plate or large bowl, spoon, mug (plastic or tin, non breakable)
Sunglasses
Toque, wool hat, sun hat, cap or Stetson
Clothing and Personal Items
All clothing should be wool, fast drying synthetics, bamboo or similar. No cotton please! Please use a level of judgement if the course is running in august you might not need your thick base layers. Take a look at night time temperatures or the daily low and bring clothing suitable for that temperature. If your not sure please contact us or just bring the extra layer. Always bring waterproofs! More details in the Article on Clothing.
Waterproof pants and jacket
Insulating layers (fleece, wool tops, synthetic puffy/insulating jackets)
Work gloves or garden gloves
Warm gloves
Neck Gaiter or scarf
Toque, wool hat, sun hat, cap or Stetson
Base layers top and bottom
Wool socks
A full change of clothes (t shirt, pants, underwear, warm layer)
A wool jacket or old shirt for sitting around the fire. (It will protect your nice synthetics from melting, this can be cotton!)
Hiking boots (break them in prior to the course please, you will be a lot more comfortable)
Personal medications, glasses contact lences etc
Hunters Intro is a daytime course and the instruction will start and finish on the same day. You are expected to bring your own lunch. We will provide tea, coffee and water for the workshop based courses. For courses like the Hunters Intro there is a component of field time out in the bush. For this component you will need to wear fast dry clothing or wool layers suitable for hiking and moving through rough terrain.
Please bring the following items with you:
Phone or laptop for online scouting, photographs and apps
Binoculars, spottingscopes, monoculars, range finders that you may have.
Backpack
Sturdy walking boots
Waterbottle, lunch, snacks
Waterproofs
Head torch
Warm layers
Sun hat, sun glasses, wool hat etc. suitable for weather.
Optional;
fixed blade knife
pruning saw
