ABOUT THE OUTFITTER:
This outfitter is led by a lifelong Alaska guide who was raised in the remote bush country and grew up fully immersed in the big-game hunting profession. As a second-generation guide, he learned the trade from a renowned Alaska guide of the 1970s, developing not only deep field knowledge but also the work ethic, grit, and determination that define his operation today. From an early age he hunted, trapped, and lived off the land, taking his first caribou at age ten and his first brown bear at sixteen—an experience that solidified his lifelong passion for guiding and for the pursuit of Alaska’s great game animals. By eighteen he was already a licensed assistant guide, and although he attended college in Fairbanks, he continued guiding spring and fall bear, sheep, and caribou seasons across Alaska.
Through competitive federal permitting, he secured multiple exclusive-use areas within National Wildlife Refuge and National Preserve lands, including prime brown bear country on the Alaska Peninsula. Over time, he expanded his operations further, adding additional sole-use guide areas and eventually taking over long-established territories previously managed by his family. With decades of guiding experience behind him and a lifetime spent in Alaska’s wilderness, he has built a respected outfitting business rooted in fair chase hunting, ethical standards, and a reverence for the wildlife and wildlands he works in.
HUNT DETAILS:
This outfitter provides a true Alaska Peninsula wilderness experience, operating exclusively in two adjoining, sole-use guide areas within federally protected lands designated for their rare, untouched wilderness character. With more than five decades of experience on the Alaska Peninsula and deep generational knowledge of brown bears, this operation has a proven track record of producing exceptional trophy opportunities while remaining highly selective and committed to pursuing only mature boars. The hunt takes place across a vast landscape of salmon-fed drainages flowing into both the Pacific and Bering Sea sides of the Peninsula—an environment that supports some of the largest and healthiest brown bear populations in the world. Bears exceeding 10 feet and weighing over 1,200 pounds are not uncommon, and hunters should expect a challenging, fair-chase pursuit requiring patience, long hours behind optics, and the ability to move quickly when a big boar appears.
Both spring and fall seasons are offered on alternating years, with fall hunts occurring in odd-numbered years and spring hunts in even-numbered years. Fall hunts run roughly October 1–21 and focus on bears feeding heavily on salmon and berries before denning, with most activity happening at first and last light. Spring hunts run approximately May 10–31 and target boars emerging from dens, traveling the upper valleys and hillsides, and searching for receptive sows. Hunts are conducted from comfortable tented spike camps or established base camps accessed by charter from Alaska, with heated tents, cots, and hearty meals prepared by a camp cook. Real food is served as often as conditions allow—such as stroganoff, gumbo, spaghetti, and breakfast burritos to name a few—with some freeze-dried meals as needed. Days are long, often 10–14 hours of continuous glassing and mountain time, and mental toughness is considered just as important as physical preparation.
Another great option that this outfitter provides on many of their hunts are 2 guides, or a guide and a packer. ALL backpack hunts are guaranteed to have 2 guides/people.
GUIDE TEAM:
One of the greatest strengths of this operation is the quality of its guide team—an elite group that truly sets this outfitter apart. These guides are not seasonal hires or inexperienced newcomers; they are lifelong friends, seasoned professionals, veteran bush guides, and even former pilots who have spent decades navigating Alaska’s wildest country. Every guide is handpicked and personally approved by the outfitter, ensuring a level of competence, integrity, and field mastery that is unmatched in the industry.
Their knowledge of brown bear behavior, habitat, and trophy evaluation is exceptional, built through years—often lifetimes—spent living and hunting in Alaska’s most remote regions. They understand the subtle patterns of big boars, how weather influences movement, and how to execute safe, efficient stalks in challenging terrain. Just as importantly, they are hardworking, dedicated, and deeply invested in each hunter’s success. This is a guide team that knows its job, does it exceptionally well, and consistently delivers one of the most professional and rewarding brown bear hunting experiences available anywhere in Alaska.
Equipment is meticulously maintained, with new or top-condition tents, gear, and aircraft ensuring that no corners are cut. Wolves may be harvested at no additional fee during both spring and fall hunts. Trophies are carefully handled in the field, fleshed and salted in camp, then transported to Alaska for expediting before being forwarded to the hunter. Each season has limited availability—typically five hunters in the fall and five to seven in the spring—ensuring quality, exclusivity, and a commitment to pursuing only the largest, oldest boars on the Peninsula. This is a demanding, high-adventure hunt in one of the last true wilderness regions of Alaska, offering what many consider the ultimate big-game experience in North America.
ACCOMMODATIONS:
These are not ordinary backcountry camps—they are some of the most comfortable, well-equipped tent camps you will find anywhere! Each camp is intentionally designed for one hunter at a time, ensuring complete privacy, personal space, and an elevated experience rarely found in true wilderness hunting. Every client enjoys their own dedicated tent—a spacious, high-quality 6-man size shelter used for a single occupant, offering ample room to stand upright with a generous 73" peak height. Wide, sturdy cots paired with provided pads create a genuinely comfortable sleeping setup, allowing hunters to rest well after long days in the field.
The outfitter maintains a minimum of three tents per camp: one for the hunter, one for the guides, and a separate cook tent where hot meals and drinks are prepared each day. Interior heaters keep the living spaces warm and dry in all tents, cutting the chill of coastal winds and creating a cozy refuge no matter the weather outside. Even more impressive, each camp includes a heated camp shower, offering a welcome touch of comfort and cleanliness that is almost unheard of in such remote country.
These camps strike the perfect balance between rugged wilderness authenticity and elevated backcountry comfort. Hunters can expect a warm bed, hot meals, personal space, and a well-organized camp built to withstand the severe coastal conditions of the Alaska Peninsula. It’s a level of preparation and care that enhances the entire hunt, making each day in the field more enjoyable, more comfortable, and more rewarding.
LICENSE INFORMATION:
No lottery or draw is required for non-resident brown bear tags on the Alaska Peninsula—licenses and tags are sold over the counter (first-come, first-served). Hunters simply need to purchase their license and tag ahead of time and bring them to camp. Non-resident hunters pursuing brown bear on the Alaska Peninsula must obtain both an Alaska hunting license and a non-resident brown bear tag prior to their hunt. These can be purchased directly through the Alaska Department of Fish & Game (ADF&G) website or through an authorized license vendor. The process is simple and can be completed online in just a few minutes. The outfitter will assist you.
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