Many view mountain goats as an iconic species, symbolizing rugged mountains and true wilderness, however, they are rarely seen by the general public due to. These high quality moose hunts are best taken between september 1st and october 15th. An adult goat may lose 50 lbs 23 kg on its meager winter diet and gain the weight back during the lush summer months. In particular, the mountain goat population in the okanagan region is especially vulnerable due to very small population sizes, isolation from other populations to the east and west, and serious threats to the population wilson and morely 2007, g. Towering peaks, mountains, ice fields provide some of the best habitats for these magnificent animals. The large population boasts an average horn length over the past 15 years of 9 12 in. Population estimates for mountain goats in alberta outside of national parks, 1988 2008. British columbia is the heartland of mountain goats and contains more than half of the worlds population. In central british columbia, we are very fortunate to live in some of the best mountain goat country in the world. Mountain goats are found in most mountains in western canada. The north coast of british columbia has the best genetics in the world for huge goats.
Skeena mountain outfitters operates an exclusive guiding territory in the heart of british columbias northern coastal ranges. Our area has a very healthy population of thick horned, large bodied goats. The world population of mountain goats is low estimated at less than 110,000 so we have to pay close attention to make sure that mountain goats survive. We count on seeing mountain goats every time we hike in the local mountains. Mountain goat hunts bc goat hunting at stone mountain. We have a large canadian moose population in our area with spreads averaging between 46 60 inches with a few making the record book every year. See the mountain goat identification quiz for more information. Trophy mountain goat hunting in canada big game hunting.
A mountain goat photographed at cheyenne mountain zoo in colorado springs, colorado. Management actions to achieve the goals and objectives. The mountain goat is the rarest large mammal hunted in yukon. In our opinion, a mountain goat hunt should be priced higher than the sheep hunts. This translates into very high success rates on mature trophy goats that also have magnificent coats. Nearly 90% of the worlds entire population of mountain goats live in bc and our guiding area has a very healthy population of thick horned, large bodied goats. The natural range of the mountain goat includes southern alaska and yukon, british columbia, northern idaho, northwest montana and parts of washington. For mountain hunters the sheep hunts get all the glory, but the truth is that mountain goat live in the more challenging country and can be a tougher hunt both mentally and physically. Bc mountain goat hunting bc guided hunting bc hunts. Canadian moose hunts bc moose hunting at stone mountain. A rocky mountain goat is one of the most challenging of all hunts. Goat hunting harvest statistics, alaska department of fish. The best estimates have been about 50,000 goats of which 20% reside in the kootenay region. British columbia contains more than half of the worlds population of mountain goats.
If youre interested in hunting bc for an incredible mountain goat trophy, please visit our mountain goat hunting page for details. British columbia has a global responsibility for managing mountain goats as the province is home to more than half of the worlds population. Mountain goats at canadas durrand glacier chalet, revelstoke, in the selkirk mountains of british columbia canada. Visit the tier ii information and hunt supplements pages for further information. Nearly 90% of the worlds mountain goat population is in bc. Management plan for the mountain goat ministry of environment. Hunting a wslo goat provides a true rocky mountain experience. Our fall moose combos offer great opportunity at excellent trophies for all species. Facts origin and range british columbia mountain goat. Management plan for the mountain goat oreamnos americanus in british columbia. British columbia mountain goat hunts the west coast of british columbia literally has the largest mountain goats in the world. Hunting bc, canada for moose, caribou, stone sheep, and. Compare that to a population of moose in bc at 225,000 and deer in bc at 450,000.
Mountain goat hunts northwestern bc fly in outfitter. In early october, 2 hunters can hunt for goat, moose, black bear, and wolf. Through our combined efforts, we complete annual mountain goat population surveys. We can take 4 goat hunters in september, who can also add moose, caribou, black bear, and wolf to this hunt.
Since 2010, the rocky mountain goat has covered the robson valley region, including valemount, mcbride, dunster, blue river, dome creek and crescent spur, serving a population of about 5,000 people. British columbia ceaser lake outfitters is your only option in the yukon for a guided mountain goat hunt to my knowledge, just a small population along the nwt border. Due to the light hunting pressure that they are subject to, we have some monster mountain goats and take some real beauties each year. We are proud of our near 100% success rate on our goat hunts. Mountain goat hunting canada mountain goat outfitter bc. Bc big game hunting with circle m outfitters in bc canada. Many hunters will testify that goat hunting is a true test of patience, agility, and persistence, some call it the most underrated trophy of north america. This area is an ideal place to hunt mountain goats, in terms of both quantity an quality of the animals. Bighorn sheep are found in the rocky mountains of alberta and bc, and in. The goat population in our area is one of the very best in bc.
Bc is home to the largest population of mountain goats in canada with 90% of the countrys entire population residing in mountainous areas of british columbia. Members of the backcountry coalition are calling for the provincial government to immediately implement. Mountain goat goabc guide outfitters association of british. The mountain goat population is spread out over a very large area in british columbia and many of the herds are isolated from other herds. Over half the world population live in british columbia 50,000 with. Mountain goat hunts in bc, goat hunting with driftwood. Looking for a good goat outfitter in the yukon rokslide.
Todays efficient hunting methods, as well as the high trophy value of the mountain goat, have put pressures on the north american population. Goats maybe hunted right up until the end of february. The world population of mountain goats is low estimated at less than 110,000 so. This outfitters rotation of our harvest areas virtually assists in extremely high opportunities on record class mountain goats. British columbia mountain goat society facts photos and. No sheep hunters collection is complete without a stone sheep. Our mountain goat hunts run from august 1st to mid october. Fishing, wolf and upland birds are included on all fall hunts at no extra charge. The rutting season occurs between november and early january and. This is a physically challenging hunt, but is one of the most rewarding of them all. But because of its lofty, remote haunts, it is the least familiar of our hoofed mammals ungulates. Mountain caribou hunt in bc bc mountain goat hunts. Goat hunts, which take place through the winter, are the premier goat hunt found in north america. Goat hunting information, alaska department of fish and game.
Biology this mountain goat feeds on alpine grasses and flowers to almost any tree and shrub. Mountain goat hunting in bc book a bc mountain goat hunt. The total number of mountain goats in the world is estimated at between 80,000 and 110,000. But because of its lofty, remote haunts, it is the least. Mountain goat hunting british columbia hunt exclusive territory. These impressive white animals live in some of the most rugged yet. Males and females are so similar that protecting females is difficult. Canada is home to one of the largest population of mountain goats in the world.
Over the years, surveys have been flown in parts of this range but this was the first attempt to cover the entire range in one season. Not only do we have good numbers of goats, this area produces some big, trophy billies as well. This is a challenging hunt, but the most rewarding. Mountain goat survey of southwest yukon and northwest bc 1 introduction yukon and british columbia share mountain goat populations along their common border between haines junction, yukon and atlin, b. Supposed to be a good family run outfit with all the species youre looking for, i had past clients hunt moose with them and they had nothing but good things to say. All flyin locations are equipped with cabins with wood heat and transportation on the lake is by boat. We offer several options for harvesting a mountain goat. Rocky mountain elk in central bc has been exploding in population recently. Bc hunts black bear, grizzly bear moose and mountain goat.
Mountain goat british columbia guided hunting trips. The lillooet timber supply area has one of the healthiest mountain goat populations in british columbia, thanks in large part to our solid working relationships with wildlife biologists. The center of our 940,000 acre area, is a scenic floatplane flight 100 miles north of our home base of smithers, bc and includes some of the skeena, sustut, bear. High sucess mountain goat hunts in british columbia toa. Currently approximately 75% of the worlds entire mountain goat population reside in bc. Fire mountain outfitters north western british columbia. The majestic mountain goats are in most peoples opinion the most under rated animal in north america. Here in northern british columbia, we hunt an extremely remote area with a healthy mountain goat population. It is extremely common for goats from our area to be 10plus inches and qualify for boone and crockett.
Billies are about 40 percent larger than nannies and average 260 and 180 lbs 118 and 82 kg, respectively. Fehr game outfitters owns exclusive guiding rights to part of this monstrous population. Introduced populations can also be found in such areas as idaho, wyoming, utah. Conservation of mountain ungulates in canada aspects.
Photograph by joel sartore, national geographic photo ark. Our area backs into the coastal mountain range of bc, known for the biggest goats in the world. This has led to severe hunting restrictions to protect the species. Evolution and appearance the closest old world relatives of the mountain goat the chamois, goral and serow are not particularly. The mountain goat oreamnos americanus, also known as the rocky mountain goat, is a.
Mountain goat the mountain goats of british columbia. The high mountain goat population in our area allows for an extended season. Tier ii hunts are subsistence hunts and are only available for alaska residents 10 years of age or older. The high mountain goat population in the area allows for an extended season. Driftwood valley outfitters is located in the spectacular mountains of northern british columbia, canada, and is home to mountain goats, black bears, grizzly bears, wolves and moose. Mountain goats have the thickest and longest pelage of any north. British columbia mountain goat society facts photos and video near. If we assume an average herd size of 20 mountain goats, there are 2500 herds in bc.
Copper river outfitters mountain goat hunts smithers, bc. We offer incredible mountain goat hunting on over 3,300 square miles of remote northern british columbia wilderness. We limit the number of hunters we take each year to keep the hunting pressure low. Mountain goat big game hunting bc nanika lake outfitters. British columbias population is by far the largest at approximately 100,000. Mountain goat goabc guide outfitters association of. Our exclusive guiding area is located in the heart of mountain goat heaven. Mountain goats belong to a group known as goatantelopes. This area of bc is known for producing some of the largest goats in north america. Bc is a hunters dream, a dream that is a quick flight from almost every major city in the united states.
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