For sportsmen, there are few better places on earth to pursue their passion than the Canadian province of Saskatchewan - trophy-worthy Whitetail bucks, elk, bull moose and black bear for hunters, and Northern pike, Walleye, lake trout and Arctic grayling are abundant, a real draw for anglers.
Hunting lodge and resort outfitters across Saskatchewan have generations of experience in providing sportsmen with superior hunting adventures. The area is ideal for hunters, with hundreds of miles of wilderness terrain, criss-crossed with trails. The lakes, forests, hills and valleys of Saskatchewan encourage a wide variety of wildlife to flourish in the region. Outfitters can point you in the right direction and just let you strike out on your own, or guide you to baited stands to hunt black bear - the choice of adventure is staggering in Saskatchewan.
Guided hunting tours to hunt whitetail deer or moose are available throughout Saskatchewan, booking well in advance of the hunt, so plan ahead - especially with moose, as there are a limited number of tags available each season. But what could be more exciting than enjoying the scenic beauty of Saskatchewan as you and your guide track one of the world's great game animals?
Many of Saskatchewan's more popular hunting lodges provide activities for non-hunting guests as well, so your dream hunting vacation can be a great getaway for the rest of the family, too. The opportunities for hiking, fishing, and just relaxing in front of a roaring fire. Some lodges are full-scale resorts with warm, cozy cabins with multiple bedrooms, full kitchens and fireplaces. These lodges often have a dining room in the main building that serves great food, as well as community areas for guests to mingle and hang out - during hunting season, there are plenty of opportunities to meet new people when you're not out stalking game.
More information on Saskatchewan's hunting opportunities - including up-to-date information on licensing and wildlife status - can be found at http://www.se.gov.sk.ca/fishwild/ . Remember that you'll need all the necessary paperwork if you're traveling from the U.S., and talk to your outfitter about suggested gear, clothing and supplies that you should bring. A call to a gravel agent who specializes in Canadian hunting expeditions or a short surf on the Internet will result in a list of outfitters offering great guided and non-guided hunting tours in Saskatchewan.