Idaho Shiras Moose Hunting

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Idaho Shiras Moose Hunting

Moose hunting in Southeast Idaho is extremely good with more moose spotted each hunting day in Idaho than on most Canadian moose hunts or Alaskan moose hunts. This is great moose hunting country and Bearpaw Outfitters have seen well over twenty moose in a single day during past moose hunts. Best of all, success has been 100% on bull moose hunts and cow moose hunts nearly every season.

The reason Bearpaw Outfitters have such high success on their Shiras moose hunts is because they are always watching for moose even while they are hunting for other species. Bearpaw Outfitters are consistently spotting moose throughout the area and as a result they know the best places to moose hunt each season.

Bull moose, Cow Moose, and Combo Moose Hunts for multiple species are offered. You have a choice to stay at the tent camp, the mountain lodge, or the local motel during your hunt. Moose tags are issued through a draw, and Idaho has the best moose drawing odds anywhere in the lower 48 states. Your chance of drawing a moose hunting tag often ranges from 20% to 40%.

Location & Terrain

The hunting area is in F&G Units 73, 74, 75, 77, & 78, an area over 50 miles across. Elevations range from 5,000 to 9,000 feet. There are rugged mountains and canyons and there are also mountain basins and benches with easier terrain. Please advise Bearpaw Outfitters in advance if you have terrain preferences.

Trophy Quality

Most mature bull moose taken have had antlers from 38” to 45” wide and there are some old bulls in this area that are close to 50”. There’s not a high probability of getting a Boone & Crocket bull, but it’s not impossible either. If you're an archery hunter there's a good chance of getting a Pope & Young moose if bow hunting.

Hunting Season

Moose hunting season opens Aug 30 to November 23 for any legal weapon. Deer and elk seasons are also open during much of the same time.

Best Time

Moose hunting is usually best for archers during the rut which is late September or early October when it is easiest to call them in close. Rifle hunting is usually best in November after the leaves have fallen and there’s snow on the ground for better visibility while spotting.

Hunting Methods

Depending on what weapon and time of the season that you choose to hunt, methods may include glassing open hillsides and basins, stalking on foot, or sitting watching water holes or feeding areas where moose have been spotted.

Shot Opportunity

Bearpaw Outfitters can’t guarantee success, quantity, or the size of animals that are seen on wild hunts, but they will work hard to provide you the best hunt possible. Shot opportunity has been 100% nearly every year on the moose hunts. Most rifle shots have ranged from 100 to 200 yards, archery shots range from 10 to 50 yards.

Additional Game

Idaho has many great hunting opportunities. Deer, elk, and cougar tags are available over the counter with no draw needed. You can combine rifle or archery elk and deer hunting with your moose hunt. If you finish moose hunting early there are forest grouse and coyotes in the mountains and the local streams and reservoirs offer exciting trout fishing.

Licenses & Hunter Ed

Apply for Idaho Moose Tags in April. Some units have 100% draw rates. To hunt with Bearpaw Outfitters apply in Southeast Idaho, draw rates have been as high as 30% for bulls and 100% for cows which is higher odds than in any other state for Shiras Moose.

Call or email Bearpaw Outfitters and get on their mailing list. You will be advised when and how to apply. The total cost for a non-residents to apply is about $1900. Approximately $1750 is refunded back to you by Idaho F&G if you are not drawn.

Additional tags for mule deer, elk, cougar, and small game are sold over the counter . Hunters born after Jan 1, 1975 are required to have Hunter Education. Lower rates apply for youth under 18 years.

Guiding Options

Bearpaw Outfitters offer 1x1 or 2x1 Guided moose hunts. Bearpaw Outfitters do not recommend unguided hunts for moose. Trophy moose can be hard to find and very tough to pack without stock.

Accommodations & Meals

Mountain Lodge:  Comfortable indoor lodging close to the hunting area, satellite television, meals and lounging in the dining room and common areas, and a jetted tub in each guest room.

Guided Tent Camp: Camp usually has 4 to 10 hunters and is accessible using 4x4 autos. Includes: Tents, camp gear, portable toilet, kitchen area, water, and meals provided by Bearpaw.

Motel “Town Hunts”:  Motels are close to restaurants and shopping and within 30 minutes to hunting areas. Bearpaw Outfitters pick up and return guided hunters to their room each day. Lodging and meals are not included with “Town Hunts”, so budget $50 to $100 per day.

What’s Not Included

Your personal gear, sleeping bag, meat processing, taxidermy, licenses, state sales tax, gratuities, and any other items not listed as being included.

Travel and Itinerary

If you are flying into the Salt Lake City Airport, rent a car and it’s only about a 2 1/2 hour drive to meet Bearpaw Outfitters. Arrive the evening before your hunt begins. Stay at a motel near the butcher shop the last evening so you can clean up that evening and get your meat from the butcher shop in the morning before departing for home.

Contact Us Today

Call or Email with any questions or to book a hunt. If sending a deposit by postal mail, use the Hunt Application to verify your details. "We look forward to meeting you and hunting with you soon."

Best Regards,
Dale, Tara, and The Staff

 

 

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5-Day Moose Hunt
Camp or Farm House
Aug 30 to Nov 23
Guide Ratio - Each
Guided 1x1…$3950
Non-Hunter…...$600
For Lodge Add $300
5-Day Moose Combo
With Elk or Mule Deer
5-Day Camp, Oct 15-19
5-Day Camp, Oct 20-24
Guide Ratio - Each
Guided 1x1…$4250
Guided 2x1…$3250
Non-Hunter…...$600
For Lodge Add $300
 
 Cow Moose/Cow Elk
3-Day Hunt, Nov 2-23Nov 2-23
Guided 1x1…$2450
Non-Hunter….$400

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