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Alaska Dall Sheep Hunt, 10 Days
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Prices and Availaility
Summary:
Dall sheep hunting is arguably, the best hunt experience Alaska has to offer – for the more physically fit. There are many big game hunters that have been bitten by the “sheep bug”. Normally, all it takes is one trip to become hooked for life.
Some of the causes of this addiction include high mountaintops, spectacular glaciers, breathtaking views, challenging terrain, good company, and just seeing these majestic creatures in their element.
Dall sheep can be found throughout most of the interior mountain ranges of Alaska and Canada. The males (rams) weigh between 200 and 300 pounds on-the-hoof and generally live to be no more than 12 years old. Additionally, they have exceptionally keen eyesight – equal to 8-power binoculars!
 About the Hunt
The world famous Tok Management (TMA) and Delta Controlled Use Areas (DCUA) in the northeastern Alaska Range can only be hunted by drawing permit.
These areas have been managed specifically for trophy quality rams. Every year there are several rams taken in the 40" class.
Your 10-day hunt will begin in Tok, Alaska – where we will travel to remote gravel airstrips, ridge tops, and streambeds aboard reliable Super Cubs flown by long-time professional pilots.
Once at the strip, we will check our gear, glass for sheep, stash extra supplies, and begin the trek towards spike camp. Once we have reached a good location, we will set up a tent camp to hunt from.
Depending on ridge distances & sheep locations, we may spike out with minimal gear and bivy sacks for 2-3 days at a time. This is a very effective way to cover larger areas, as our packs will be lighter.
This is a tough backpack hunt, physically. You will want to be in very good shape – able to carry a 40 to 60 pound backpack up steep, rugged terrain for several miles at a time. A good training regimen is recommended in order to be effective on this hunt. Being mentally prepared to endure the occasional weather day (or two) or tackle that “extra mile” will enhance your overall experience, as well.
Currently, our Dall sheep average 37” in length with 13-3/16” bases. Our past hunts have been 70% successful with 100% opportunity.
Drawing Permits
The TMA and DCUA are drawing permit only areas. Please print our Drawing Application, fill it out, and send it in with your fees before November 1st for the following year's hunt.
Your application will be personally entered at the Alaska Department of Fish and Game before December 6th. The results are normally available by the end of January. We will contact you immediately, if you are drawn.
Travel Arrangements
You can reach Tok by highway from Anchorage or Fairbanks. For hunters arriving in Anchorage by jet, there is van transportation to Tok with Alaska Direct (800-770-6652).
For hunters arriving in Fairbanks by jet, 40-Mile Air (800-884-0027 or 907-883-5191) offers scheduled van service on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays departing from gate 1 at Fairbanks International Airport at 2:00 PM. The rate is $65.00 seat fare with 70# of allowable baggage. They also have flights to Tok on Tuesdays and Fridays departing at 2:00 PM. That rate is $160.00 seat fare with 30# allowable baggage. Excess baggage is charged 55 cents per pound.
See some of our latest hunts for dall sheep:
Wrangell Mtns Sheep Hunt - August 2005
Tok Management Area (TMA) Sheep Hunt - August 2004
Wrangell Mtns Sheep Hunt - August 2003
Wrangell Mtns Sheep Hunt - August 2002
Delta Controlled Use Area (DCUA) Sheep Hunt - August 2001
Tok Management Area (TMA) Sheep Hunt - August 2000
 
Included Meals
Abbreviations:
(B) Breakfast
(L) Lunch
(D) Dinner
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Your Itinerary:
Day 1:
Arrive at the 40-Mile Air hunter shack in Tok, Alaska via Fairbanks or Anchorage.
Have all your gear available for final approval from your guide.
Transport to the field - if planes are available. Cache extra supplies at the strip and begin hiking into sheep country.
(L) (D)
Day 2:
Transport to the field. Cache extra supplies at the strip and begin hiking into sheep country.
Glass for sheep and plan stalks.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 3:
Continue hiking into sheep country, if needed.
Hunt utilizing spot and stalk method. You will most of your days climbing ridges and glassing.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 4:
Hunt, utilizing spot and stalk method.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 5:
Hunt, utilizing spot and stalk method.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 6:
Hunt, utilizing spot and stalk method.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 7:
Hunt, utilizing spot and stalk method.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 8:
Hunt, utilizing spot and stalk method.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 9:
Hunt, utilizing spot and stalk method. Return to airstrip.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 10:
Transport back to Tok.
(B) (L) (D)
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Availability:
2006 Hunts
August 8 - 17, (pending)
August 19 - 28, (pending)
August 30 - Sept. 8, (pending)
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Prices: | |
1 hunter, 1 guide -
2 hunters, 1 guide -
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$9,000
$8,500
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2007 Hunts
August 8 - 17, (pending)
August 19 - 28, (pending)
August 30 - Sept. 8, (pending)
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2008 Hunts
August 8 - 17, (pending)
August 19 - 28, (pending)
August 30 - Sept. 8, (pending)
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Notes:
- Prices include bush plane transportation, meals, tent accommodations, photos, maximum 2x1 hunter-guide ratio, and preparation of trophies.
- 40-Mile Air will provide limited accommodations in Tok for one day prior and one day after the hunt.
- Extra costs include hunting license-$85 and sheep tag-$425.
- Plan on arriving in Tok at least one day prior to your hunt.
- Expect to depart on the 11th or 12th day.
- Schedules are subject to change due to weather, so be sure to leave room in your schedule.
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