DIY (Self guided) Moose hunting FAQ
What IS included in a Big Game Transport
- Greet you at Galena Airport and shuttle you to the launch
- Transport into/out of field to your permitted area to hunt
- Transport into/out of field with your personal/rental gear
- Transport of your meat, capes & antlers back to Galena
- Required SOA, USFWS and BLM Land Use Permits
- Optional camp gear and boat rental packages
- Optional camp kitchen and food provisions package
- Transporting you to drop off meat/trophies at air carrier
What is NOT included
- Hunting licenses, permits or locking tags
- Commercial airfare to/from Galena AK
- Captain & crew gratuities 15%-20% is recommended
- In-town accommodations due to the inability to sail because of inclement weather or water conditions
- Commercial airline change fees due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances impacting your itinerary
- Packing, shipping or otherwise handling meat, antlers and capes other than assisting you in transporting them to the air carrier for back haul
- You are responsible to arrange shipping of your meat and trophies out of Galena. Please contact the carrier prior to your hunt to find out shipping requirements and timing
- It is your responsibility to get antlers, capes and meat ready for transport home. Bring tape/extra game bags
- Baggage fees or shipping associated with your meat, antlers & capes with commercial airlines or shipping companies
- Tanning/Taxidermy services for your trophies
Nonresident Moose Hunter Orientation Unit 21E
A nonresident hunter must have viewed the hunter orientation materials: “Is This Moose Legal” video and the “Field Care of Big Game” video and completed the quiz prior to hunting. It is advisable for all hunters doing a DIY Moose Hunt review these videos and take the quiz. You don't want to come all this way only to kill a sub-legal bull and have to forfeit the moose meat and rack to the Alaska State Troopers who will also be issuing you a citation.
After successfully passing the quiz you may print the certification card online . You will also receive a copy via email you can print out and keep with your hunting license, permits and locking tags.
Do I tip my Captain and Crew?
It is customary to tip your transport captain (usually 15-20%) of the transport price. He in turn shares tips with the crew who strive to make your trip on the Yukon River safe and memorable. They prep the boat, rental gear, prep food and camp totes, load boats, shuttle clients and hustle on deck to assist you with your personal gear.