North Alaska Expeditions
Justin C. Johns Master Guide #139
"Providing experiences of a lifetime for over thirty years."
Established 1986
The Gem of Alaska >>>
Located in the heart of the Wood River-Tikchik River State Park, Fishing Bear Camp provides access to some of Alaska's most scenic and wild country. Known as the Gem of Alaska the Wood River-Tikchik River State Park is our home base for all our summer fishing and fall hunting operations. We have been guiding/outfitting in this region since 1986. Within the Park we conduct brown bear hunts, moose hunts and moose bear combinations hunts. A large portion of our Moose and fall Bear hunters initially base out of our base camp cabins, coming and going from the cabins to small tented spike camps when necessary or desired in order to take advantage of the best locations for hunt success. If arranged a hunter can base solely out of a cabin for the entire hunt duration. Click an option below to learn more.
ALL of our hunts are professionally guided 1X1, in the true sense of a trophy hunt.
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Moose & Brown Bear Combination Hunt
Hunt price: Call for Pricing Dates: Sept. 3rd-16th BOOKING FOR 2025
Hunters enjoy the opportunity to stay in their own waterfront cabin while enjoying chef prepared meals daily. Returning to a hot wood stove, hot shower and a wonderful lodge style meal after a day afield.
Using river jet-boats daily as our primary mode of transportation in the same areas where we fish during the summer months. We utilize two essential hunting methods when pursuing moose, "spot & stalk" and "calling".
We generally are successful in hunting bears by Sept. 5th (beginning of moose season). If not, then upon the success of a moose harvest we concentrate our efforts on salmon spawning areas and berry areas of the region.
Brown Bears in this region average 8' - 8'6". These are beautiful, honest bears, with a wide array of color variations in this area. Apart from the traditional brown bear with gold highlights we see a lot of bears with silver and cream colored variations in this area.
Moose in this region are true trophies, with an average antler width of 61" inches, with antler width ranging from 54" inches - 72" inches.
Over the years we have experienced success rates from a low of 60% to a high of 100% many seasons.
Success for this hunt can be determined by a number of variables as any hunt. Weather, client physical and mental strengths, rut activity, salmon spawning activity and all will curtail into the success of a moose bear combination hunt.
Hunters who enjoy fishing love this trip. While hunting bear and moose, each day we have access to world class Rainbow Trout, Arctic Char and Grayling fishing. Bring a positive attitude and embrace the splendor of this area.
Included in hunt:
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Wood River-Tikchik River Park permits and client use fees.
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Professionally guided 1x1 hunt and trophy field care.
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Enjoy world-class freshwater river and stream fishing.
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Facilitation of shipping your trophies to D&C Expeditors in Anchorage.
Not included in hunt:
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Dillingham to camp round trip "bush" flight $1,500 pp. on scheduled dates.
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Commercial air travel. Arrival/departure nights in Dillingham B&B.
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Hunting/Fishing license, Bear and Moose Tag, online from AK. Dept. F&G
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Non-hunter @ $5,500 + fly-in $1,500.
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Trophy handling, shipping, or insurance to/from expediter in Anchorage.
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Any required export permits if applicable.
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Any gratuities
Cabin Based Brown Bear Hunt
Hunt Price: $19,500 10 Days (1x1 Guiding) Dates: Aug. 20th - Oct.
2024 Openings Available
Our lodge-based brown bear hunt is our "comfortable" hunt. Hunters enjoy the opportunity to stay in a waterfront cabin with world class fishing right at the door step.
Each day we utilize river jet-boats to access areas frequented by bears. The bears have a rich abundance of salmon and berries in this area. Providing great hunting and viewing opportunities.
Brown Bears in this region average 8' - 8'6". These is a wide array of color variations in this area. Apart from the traditional brown bear with gold highlights we see a lot of bears with silver and cream colored variations in this area.
When a good bear is spotted the hunt is on. Primarily utilizing "spot and stalk" hunting tactics, as well as "ambush" strategies at highly frequented food sources, our success rates through the years have been very high.
As with any hunt success can be determined by a number of variables. Weather, client physical and mental strengths, and salmon spawping activity, all will curtail into the success of a brown bear hunt.
For those hunters who also love fishing, this hunt can make for a great combination of world class hunting and fishing! With premier Rainbow Trout, Arctic Char and Arctic Grayling fishing, this region is an angler's paradise.
Included in hunt:
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Wood River-Tikchik River Park permits and client use fees.
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Professionally guided 1x1 hunt and trophy field care.
-
Enjoy world-class freshwater river and stream fishing.
-
Facilitation of shipping your trophies to D&C Expeditors in Anchorage.
Not included in hunt:
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Dillingham to camp rd trip "bush" flight $1,500 pp. on scheduled dates.
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Commercial air travel. Arrival/departure nights in Dillingham B&B.
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Hunting/Fishing license, Bear Tag, online from AK. Dept. F&G
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Trophy handling, shipping, or insurance to/from expediter in Anchorage.
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Non-hunter @ $4,500. + fly-in $1,500.
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Any required export permits if applicable.
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Any gratuities
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Cabin Based Moose Hunt
Hunt Price: Upon Request Hunting Days: 11 (1x1 Guiding) Hunt Date: Sept. 5-15
BOOKING FOR 2025
Moose hunters can enjoy the opportunity to stay in their own waterfront cabin. Return to a hot wood stove, hot shower and a wonderful lodge style meal after a day afield.
Using river jet-boats we are able to access locations frequented by trophy moose. Our hunting methods for moose are focused around both "spot and stalk" and "calling" techniques.
Moose in this region are true trophies, with an average antler width of 61" inches, with antler width ranging from 54" inches - 72" inches.
Hunters of all physical capabilities have a good chance of harvesting a 60" inch class bull.
Over the years we have experienced success rates from a low of 60% to a high of 100% many seasons.
Success for this hunt can be determined by a number of variables as any hunt. Weather, client physical and mental strengths, and rut activity will all curtail into the success of a moose hunt.
Included in hunt:
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Wood River-Tikchik River Park permits and client use fees.
-
Professionally guided 1x1 hunt and trophy field care.
-
Enjoy world-class freshwater river and stream fishing.
-
Facilitation of shipping your trophies to D&C Expeditors in Anchorage.
Not included in hunt:
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Dillingham to camp rd trip "bush" flight $1500 pp. on scheduled dates.
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Commercial air travel. Arrival/departure nights in Dillingham B&B.
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Hunting/Fishing license, Moose Tag, online from AK. Dept. F&G
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Non-hunter @ $2,500. + fly-in $950.
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Trophy handling, shipping, or insurance to/from expediter in Anchorage.
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Any required export permits if applicable.
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Any gratuities