Brocks Big Outdoors

Alaska Spring/Fall Brown Bear

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Description

Experience a premier brown bear hunt on the Alaska Peninsula, specifically in the Port Heiden area, known for producing some of the largest coastal brown bears. These hunts are offered in odd-numbered years, with the season running from October 1st through the 25th. Coastal brown bears in this area can exceed 11 feet in length, with skulls measuring over 30 inches, making it an ideal location for those pursuing a true trophy ten-foot bear. Hunters will fly from Anchorage to Port Heiden with Pen Air, where they will access one of the most renowned brown bear hunting regions in Alaska. This area is carefully managed by the state of Alaska to maintain a healthy population of trophy-sized brown bears, ensuring a high-quality hunting experience. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding hunt for one of Alaska's most impressive big game species, the fall hunt near Port Heiden is a perfect choice. The Alaska Peninsula Spring hunts take place in even years near Cold Bay which is a premier spring Brown Bear hunting area. Cold Bay is the best location for trophy brown bear in Alaska. The Aleutian Range makes the perfect backdrop for glassing giant coastal brown bear. Brown bear in units 9E and 9D grow to more than 11 ft square, with skulls measuring more than 30 inches. More SCI record brown bear have been taken from these two units than any others in Alaska. This hunt is a one-on-one, fully guided, 8-day hunt.

Details

Species: Brown Bear
Average Classification: 9 - 10
Shot Opportunity: 90
Weapon: Rifle

Hunt Catalog #: RB19118-03
Tag Availability: Over The Counter

Classification details:

10 foot bears are taken each Spring by hunters, most brown bear taken will measure over 9 feet. More SCI record brown bear have been taken from these areas than any others in Alaska.

Weapons description:

Rifle hunters should be prepared to shoot out to 350 yards.

Options

Non-Hunter

Non-Hunter $5,000.00

Available Dates

August 01, 2024 - May 31, 2026

Pricing

Special Deal: $29,500.00

Pricing includes 1x1 Guiding, in-field accommodations and meals, trophy care, and all in field transportation. CURRENT SPECIAL IS FOR 2025 FALL HUNTS **Spots available for Fall of 2025 OUT OF PORT HEIDEN CAMP - 1 SPOT - OCT 7-14, 2 SPOTS - OCT 10-17, 3 SPOTS - OCT 14-21 **Spots ALSO available for Spring of 2026

Group Options

Option to add a non-hunter to the hunt.

Location

Cold Bay, Alaska, United States of America

Refund Policy:

Deposits are not refundable. When you make a deposit or payment that money is used to reserve your adventure dates and we cannot sell them to anyone else. If for some reason you have to cancel, you will lose your deposit and any payments you have made. If you are concerned that you might get sick or otherwise have to cancel, we suggest buying trip insurance. There are insurance companies that specialize in providing insurance policies for outfitter bookings and hunts. One such company we recommend is globalrescue.com. It is also our policy, depending on the adventure you booked and at our discretion, that if you have to cancel and we are able to book a replacement for you at the regular price we will work with you to apply your deposits to another adventure. Please note that we cannot refund or roll state or government license fees, application fees, draw results, or tags.

Description

Alaska Peninsula Brown Bear hunts are conducted in different times of year based on the region. The fall hunt will take place in odd numbered years around Port Heiden and is a premier brown bear hunting are. Coastal brown bears can grow more than 11ft with skulls measuring more than 30 inches. The Alaska Peninsula Spring hunts take place in even years near Cold Bay which is a premier spring Brown Bear hunting area. Cold Bay is the best location for trophy brown bear in Alaska. The Aleutian Range makes the perfect backdrop for glassing giant coastal brown bear. Brown bear in units 9E and 9D grow to more than 11 ft square, with skulls measuring more than 30 inches. More SCI record brown bear have been taken from these two units than any others in Alaska. This hunt is a one-on-one, fully guided, 8-day hunt.

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Lodging & Accommodations: Wall Tent
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Lodging & Accommodations Scale
5 - Cabin/Lodge
4 - Bunk House/Trailer
3 - Wall Tent
2 - Backpack Tent
1 - Client Provided/Hotel

Hunting is done from a spike camp only accessed by a super cub with large tundra tires. We are continually checking on our camps and moving as conditions change. Outfitter will provide cots.

Menu & Food: Backpack Food
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Menu & Food Scale
5 - 5 Star Catered
4 - Full Kitchen
3 - Field Kitchen
2 - Backpack Food
1 - Client Provided

Outfitter will provide a mix of freeze dried backpacking food and some fresh foods. Snacks in the form of salami, granola bars, and trail mix will also be served.

Physical Conditions: Moderate Hiking
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Physical Conditions Scale:
5 - All Vehicle Access
4 - Light Hiking
3 - Moderate Hiking
2 - Heavy Hiking
1 - Extreme Back Country

Hunter should be prepared for moderate hiking on this hunt. On average 2-4 miles a day will be required. Terrain is often uneven and hard to navigate.

Transportation (To/From Basecamp)

Overnight in Anchorage with an AM connecting flight on Alaska Airlines to Kotzebue, Alaska, where your outfitter will meet you.

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