Dale Denney, Antelope Hunt
Tara Denney, Whitetail Deer
Anthony Neidlinger,
Bear Hunts
Nick Simpkins, Archery
Elk Hunt
Brian Denney, Cougar Hunting
John Nerdin, Turkey Hunting
Ray Doppenberg,
Elk Hunting
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 hunt moose each season.
Bull,
Cow, or Combo Moose Hunts for multiple
species are offered. You can choose 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
tag often ranges from 20% to 40%.
Location & Terrain
The hunt
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.
Seasons & Best Time
Moose season is open Aug 30 to November 23 for
any legal weapon. Archery hunting
is best during the rut in late September and early October when moose
can be called in close. Rifle hunting is
best in November after leaves fall and there’s snow for better
visibility, we see more animals.
Hunting Methods
Depending on which weapon and time of the
season you hunt, methods may
include glassing open hillsides and basins,
stalking, or sitting and watching water
holes or feeding areas where moose have been
spotted.
Shot Opportunity
& Physical Condition
Shot
opportunity has been 100% nearly every year on
the moose hunts. Most rifle shots have ranged
from 50 to 200 yards, archery shots range
from 10 to 60 yards. Physical condition is not
that important on this hunt.
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. Call or email Bearpaw Outfitters and
get on the mailing list. You will be advised when
and how to apply. The
total cost for a non-resident to apply is about
$2270. Approximately $2100 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 license 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:
Enjoy
the comforts of indoor living in the mountains,
beds, bathrooms, phones, meals in the dining room,
all you need is your personal hunting gear. It's
only minutes to the hunt area, guides transport
the guided hunters, unguided hunters will need
4x4 transportation.
Base Tent Camp:
Camp is accessed by auto, usually 4 to 10
hunters in camp.
Includes tents, camp gear,
cots, portable
toilet, kitchen area, water, meals, and guides
for guided hunters. Bring your
personal gear, sleeping bag and pad, and
unguided hunters need 4x4 transportation.
Motel “Town
Hunts”: Stay
at a comfortable motel in town.
Bring your personal hunting gear, unguided
hunters also need 4x4 transportation, guides
transport the guided hunters. Motel room and restaurant meals are not
included so budget $60-$90 per day for these
expenses.
Farm House:The
old farm house is one mile from town, it's not
fancy, but it's warm
and dry. Modest meals are
provided at the farm house or you can eat at restaurants in town.
Restaurant meals are not included. Bring your sleeping bag for the
bunk bed.
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
5-Day Moose
Hunt
Aug 30 to Nov 23 Guide Ratio - EachGuided
1x1…$3950
Non-Hunter…...$600
5-Day Moose Combo With Elk or Mule Deer
Oct 10-14, Oct 15-19, Oct
20-24 Guide Ratio - EachGuided
1x1…$4250
Guided 2x1…$3250
Ray Doppenberg,
Elk Hunting
