This outfitter has been operating in the North for a very long time. The HFA team has had boots on the ground with this outfitter, and can vouche for their reputation and entire operation.
Hunting in Nunavut can take place in some of the most remote and pristine areas in the world. The opportunity to experience the tranquility and solitude of these areas can be a powerful and transformative experience. Overall, the excitement of the hunting experience in Nunavut is driven by the adventure, wildlife, cultural heritage, and hunting techniques that are unique to this region.
Nunavut, located in the Canadian Arctic, is a vast and beautiful region that is home to some of the most stunning and unique landscapes in the world. It's home to some of the largest and most impressive glaciers in the world, including the Penny Ice Cap on Baffin Island and the Barnes Ice Cap on the northernmost tip of the mainland. These glaciers are massive, covering hundreds of square kilometers, and are a stunning sight to behold.
Atlantic Walrus have been hunted by the Inuit for centuries and is an important traditional food source. Canada is where most of the world's walrus population lives, and this area is home to Inuit culture and tradition with a deeply rooted hunted heritage that has survived and continues to in modern times. These archival Inuit black and white images are a glimpse into Inuit of yester-year. To this day, walrus meat is still shared within the community and is eaten either raw, cooked or fermented. Without question, this Arctic Hunt Adventure provides a unique social and cultural insight into the Inuit way of life. Non-resident hunting opportunities for walrus are limited, as walrus hunting is regulated and controlled to ensure the conservation of the species.
This outfitter actually pioneered the hunting of walrus, and conducted the first non-resident / non-aboriginal hunt. Walrus hunts are carried out of select Inuit communities in Nunavut with the use of motorized boats to transport you to the hunting areas. These are five-day guided hunts that are performed by way boats/vessels. You will have 2 to 3 Inuit guides at a minimum, and can hunt one of two ways. In their first package, their experienced Inuit guides take you by boat to the drift ice and hunt through the drift ice in search of big-tusked bulls hauled-out on ice. This is regarded by both first time and many time Arctic explorers as amongst the World’s Top 5 Hunting Adventures. The success rate to date has been 100 percent.
The hunting experience in Nunavut can be both thrilling and challenging, and can be a true adventure, with the chance to explore some very unique areas. It's home to a variety of wildlife species that are unique to the Arctic, including polar bears, arctic foxes, caribou, muskoxen, and walrus. These animals are well adapted to the harsh Arctic environment, and the thrill of encountering them in their natural habitat can be a highlight of the hunting experience. Hunting is an important cultural tradition among the Inuit people in Nunavut, and the opportunity to participate in a hunt can provide a deep and meaningful insight into the local culture and traditions. Learning about Inuit hunting methods, techniques, and traditions can be a fascinating and rewarding experience.
The Arctic skies in Nunavut are renowned for their spectacular displays of the Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis. This natural phenomenon occurs when charged particles from the sun collide with the Earth's atmosphere, creating an ethereal and ever-changing display of colors and patterns in the night sky. Nunavut is home to a wide range of wildlife species, including polar bears, Arctic foxes, caribou, muskoxen, and walrus. These animals are adapted to the harsh Arctic environment and are a testament to the resilience and beauty of life in the far north. The sea ice in Nunavut is a unique and beautiful feature of the Arctic landscape, providing a habitat for marine mammals like seals, walrus, and polar bears. The sea ice also creates stunning patterns and textures on the surface of the ocean, with its varying shades of blue, white, and gray.
It's also home to some of the most rugged and breathtaking mountains in North America, including the Torngat Mountains in the eastern part of the territory and the Baffin Mountains on Baffin Island. These mountains are characterized by their jagged peaks, deep valleys, and towering cliffs, and offer some of the best mountaineering and hiking opportunities in the world. Overall, the beauty of the Arctic in Nunavut is a testament to the power and majesty of nature, and provides a unique and awe-inspiring experience for visitors. From the glaciers and sea ice to the Northern Lights and wildlife, Nunavut is a place of unparalleled natural beauty and wonder.
Hunting Walrus, shooting ranges are close in, usually under 50 yards. A brain shot, or even better, a neck shot for instant kill is recommended. The outfitter recommends rifle calibers such as .338 and .375 or European calibers of 8X68 mm or 9.3 mm (nothing smaller than a 300). Ammunition, by law, must have expanding bullets such as Barnes and Nosler (Partition Bullets). Rifles need to have low powered scopes with a variable magnification, and sighted in for 25 yards.
The outfitter will provide complete client care on arrival into Canada. Clients benefit from their preferred airfare rates ranging from 30% to 60% in savings, so we suggest conversing direct with the outfitter before booking. Before your departure from home, you will receive a personalized travel and hunt itinerary.
NOTE: MARINE MAMMAL PROTECTION ACT: It is illegal to import walrus tusks or skins or any part thereof into the United States or Mexico even when these items are exported under the authority of the CITES permit. It may be illegal to import walrus tusks to other countries as well. It is the responsibility of each hunter to check on laws governing Atlantic Walrus importation of their respective home countries.
TROPHY REPRODUCTIONS: For clients unable to bring Atlantic walrus tusks and capes home due to regulations such as the US Marine Mammal Protection Act, trophy replicas can be made by any one of the outfitter's recommended taxidermists. See the photo gallery for sample replica's.
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