Location Our bear hunting area is situated in the Big River Region, two and a half hours north of Saskatoon on both private and public land, which consist of coniferous and aspen forest mixed with numerous lakes, swamps, and some ranch land. Bordering our area to the east is the famous Prince Albert National Park, which hosts a high bear population. We have a good area for colored-phase bears, with chocolate, cinnamon, and blonde colored animals. Success on these colored bears has varied from 20% to 45% from year to year. To ensure that our area is properly managed and not over hunted, we only guide a maximum of 16 hunters per year. We boast a 100% opportunity track record, no one has ever gone home without the chance to kill a bear How We Hunt Our spring bear hunt takes place in the month of May. Hunters arrive in camp on Sunday, hunt Monday through Friday, and depart on Saturday. Our fall bear hunts take place the first two weeks in September. Our combo Bear and Waterfowl hunt takes place the 2nd week and 3rd week in September, if we still have bear tags left. So you must book now to reserve your tag for the Fall Bear Hunts. Due to the dense forest covered areas, baiting is the most effective method of hunting bears in Saskatchwan. We normally hunt using several styles of tree stands, averaging 11-14 feet high. The average shot range can vary from 10-25 yards. It is important to practice this type of shooring angle at home for effective shot placement. If you choose to, we can construct a ground blind with prior notice. Spring Hunt Dates Fall Hunt Dates After The Kill After you kill your bear, there are other things to keep you busy. Spring is undoubtedly the best time of the year for Northern Pike fishing on Cowan Lake. It is not uncommon to catch 20 or 30 Pike in a couple hours. The best part is a fish fry of fresh pike, cooked over the fire pit. Or you can try your marksmanship on pesky Gophers, relatives of Prairie Dogs, which provides non-stop shooting and will keep you and your hunting buddies laughing all day. Accommodations Our comfortable, two story cabins are located on Cowan Lake. Each modern cabin has its own shower and bathroom, refrigerator, satellite television, coffee maker, etc. Bedding and towels are supplied so you can pack more hunting gear. 2007 Bear Hunt Package We are running a new special this year on Bear Hunts. 5 Days & 6 Nights Price: $2,200.00 USD + 3.5% Tax Included In The Hunt Hard-working Professional Guides Active Baits Meals Accommodations Pre-Taxidermy Work Not Included In The Hunt Gratuities (10-15%) Transportation to and from Saskatoon Bear License (~$200.00 USD) Alcoholic Beverages To reserve your spot, we require a deposit of 50% of the hunt cost. (If for some reason you cannot pay the 50% right at that minute, please tell us and we will see what can be worked out.) We do take payments towards your upcoming hunt. Once the deposit has been received, we will E-mail you with a letter confirming the hunt date, and other important information. Do not delay, as these hunts are booking fast!