![]() ![]() Again all the hard work scouting paid off with a successful hunt. John had been the recipient of a Kentucky Rifle Cow Elk tag and needed help. Later that same year I was contacted by a friend of a friend (John Doll) of Louisville, KY. This experience really solidified in my mind that elk hunting/guiding was going to be added as a front runner in my list of hobbies. My hunter was able to harvest his bull in only a few minutes. I don't think i got a full nights sleep the week if opening season due to the building excitement. It wasn't just knowledge and understanding but a respect and love for these large, majestic beasts. During the many pre-season scouting trips with a good friend of mine (Craig West), my knowledge and understanding for elk grew. With a professional background in Forestry and a hunting lifestyle from the time I was small, I said I thought I could help him. ![]() He asked if I could help him harvest one. In 2007 I was approached by a fellow hunter who had the coveted Kentucky Bull Tag. I was hooked and have pursued both those species with fervor ever since! To me very few things compare to a loud gobble on a foggy spring morning, a thundering bugle at first light, or the sound of hooves hurrying through the leaf litter during the November whitetail rut. In 1998 with the help of a friend harvested my first spring Tom turkey. While I had helped others place tree stands and be successful deer hunters, In 1996 I personally harvested my first whitetail. It also helped me have success in many of those big game endeavors. This often overlooked method of hunting sparked an interest in big game hunting in me. It was a contest between Dad, my brother Brad and myself who could get a limit of six squirrels (preferably fox squirrels) with only six shots. We always took pride in ethical shots and quick clean harvests. Being patient and absolutely silent when moving through the leaf litter was the rule. During my early years Dad taught me firearm safety, tree identification, and of course how to use the terrain/ foliage to make a stealthy stalk on a target game animal. You listen for a squirrels feeding activity and then try to move into shotgun range for a clear shot. Contrary to the name still hunting is a very active style. He taught me a special style if squirrel hunting (still hunting). My dad Gary Grant was an avid squirrel hunter his whole life. Available during non-hunting hours: Muskie fishing, goose hunting, ATV tours, fishing, trap shooting, archery course, boating, and conference rooms.My love for hunting began as a small boy of only 8 years of age. Insulated shipping boxes are available at about $35 each and packing and FEDEX shipping services are also available. Hunter is responsible for processing fees if donating meat. He will also freeze the hide in a box or we can transport it to a local taxidermist. The butcher will handle skinning for around $75 - $350 and process, vacuum pack, and freeze the animal for around $1.75 per pound with minimum fee. Airport transportation from Presque Isle is $100 each way. Not included: transportation to the lodge, license & bear tag (about $192 for non resident), cost for second bear harvest if available, skinning, butchering, taxidermy, airport transportation, and gratuity. He will also transport the hide to a local taxidermist. The guide will help recover and field dress your bear, drive you to the tagging station and the OMM butcher. The American Plan rate includes accommodations, 3 meals a day, six nights stay, five days of guided hunting from modern tree stands or blinds, use of 5 watt private channel two-way radios for communication with the guide during the hunt, safety and hunting orientation meeting, and use of canoes and kayaks. Add $400 for morning Muskie Fishing Trip - 2 person minimum Add $1,800 for private one-on-one guide and transportation during the week Add $250 for round trip transportation from Presque Isle Airport or hotels American Plan guests stay at the Eagle Lake Sporting Camps. Add $400 for a morning Goose Hunt - 6 bird limit - September only. Upgrade to waterway hunt (based on availability) Add $1,300 for non-hunting observers. Reserve early to guarantee a spot during your desired week. 2024 Dates - Subject to change Week 1: 2024 (Booked) Aug 25 - Aug 31 Week 2: 2024 (10 Spots) Sept 1 - Sept 7 Week 3: 2024 (8 Spots) Sept 8 - Sept 14 Week 4: 2024 - Sept 18 - Sept 24 - Industry Week - Invitation only Rates are subject to an inflation surcharge. Rates are subject to an inflation surcharge. ![]() Additional fees apply for harvesting a second bear if available. Hunt fee includes harvesting one bear only. 2024 Fall Maine Black Bear Hunt Over Bait: $3,150.
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