Trip Planner

The ideal hunting dates vary by species. Moose and caribou hunts are best during the fall rut in September, while Stone sheep and grizzly bear hunts are typically conducted earlier in the season. Spring hunts are ideal for black bear. Contact us for detailed information on the best timing for each hunt.

Once you book, we’ll provide a detailed gear list tailored to your specific hunt. Essentials typically include appropriate layered clothing, sturdy boots, a high-quality backpack, and personal items. Certain items, like rain gear and insulated clothing, are essential for Yukon’s unpredictable weather.

Suggested Packing List

Think QUIET, quality, layers when selecting your gear!

Rifle and Ammunition:
Bolt Action Rifle .30 caliber or larger with a minimum of a 20-inch barrel.
40 Rounds of Ammunition that shoots well with your Rifle

Archery:
Minimum draw weight 60lbs (unless extremely proficient with a lesser poundage)
3-blade broadhead preferred
12 Arrows and Broadheads (minimum) Optics:
10 x 42 Binoculars
Quality rifle scope (zeroed to 100 yards)
Spotting Scope (optional)
Rangefinder

Boots:
Quality leather hiking boots - Well broken in!
Quality Insulated Rubber boots- Nice for all Boat Moose Hunts
Camp shoes (Sandal’s)

Socks:
6- Pairs of wool socks

Base Layers:
2- Merino wool or synthetic blend bottoms
2- Long sleeved merino wool or synthetic thermal tops
1- Heavyweight fleece/wool shirt
1- Packable down vest
1- Neck Gaiter

Outer Layers:
1- Lightweight (Puffy - Down or similar) hunting jacket
1- Lightweight (Puffy - Down or similar) hunting pants
2- Hunting pants (water resistant) Wash with Granger’s Wash & Repel to add DWR
1- Softshell hunting jacket (water resistant)
Alternately - Insulated hunting jacket and pant set- windproof, insulated and quiet
1- Warm wool/fleece hat
1- Baseball style hat
2 pair- Warm gloves (1 pair mittens, 1 pair gloves)

Rain Gear:
This is one of your most important items! Do not go a cheaper route with the rain gear.
Quality rain top
Quality rain bottom

Pack:
Small day pack
Large – (2000-4000 cu. in. pack)
Pack rain cover

Accessories:
Garmin inReach – (optional, but we recommend one. You never know….)
2- Waterproof bags – All gear except your rifle should fit inside
Quality lightweight sleeping bag (-0 degrees)
Lightweight sleeping pad
Inflatable pillow (optional)
Trekking poles
Soft gun case
Hunting knife – Outdoor edge, Havalon with a minimum of 10 spare blades
Water bottle – collapsible.
Sunglasses
Gaiters
Lighter
Headlamp – extra batteries or rechargeable, with battery bank
Flashlight – extra batteries
Personal medications and first aid kit
Leukotape P or Military Grade moleskin – for blisters/hot spots
Personal snacks or drink mixes
Soap, shampoo, towel and wash cloth

All items on the list are to help you have a hunt of a lifetime!

Note: Dress in breathable layers with a water resistant outer layer. This allows you to remove layers based on your hunt conditions. Please make sure your hiking boots are broken in before your hunt. The first day of your hunt is no time to find a hot spot or develop blisters

All deposits and balances paid are strictly non-refundable in whole or in part, regardless of the reason. This includes but is not limited to illness, injury, flight delays, unforeseen financial issues, early departure, late arrival, business or family emergencies, or any other unforeseen circumstances. Additionally, any animal that is wounded in any way will be considered a fatal hit and charged at full price.

A final payment notification will be sent prior to the due date, but we will not follow up repeatedly for outstanding balances. Failure to make the final payment by the due date will result in forfeiture of the hunt spot and deposit.

We highly recommend hunters purchase cancellation and/or trip insurance for their hunt.

Hunters can reach Whitehorse, Yukon, in a single day with commercial flights connecting through Vancouver, Calgary, or Edmonton on Air Canada, Air North, and WestJet. Connections would be through Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton. Three commercial airlines fly into Whitehorse; Air Canada, Air North and WestJet. It’s recommended to arrive in Whitehorse two days before your charter flight to account for travel delays and lost luggage.

From Whitehorse we will travel to Faro where the adventure begins. In Faro we will finish up the last minute paperwork, and board the float plane! If you are bringing a rifle (centerfire or muzzleloader) you must complete a Canadian Firearms Declaration Form 5589 before or upon arrival at Customs. This form is not required for archery equipment. Hunters Should also complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Securities Form 4457. This is a certificate of registration for personal effects taken abroad. Personal effects would include your rifle & scope or other expensive items that have serial numbers. THIS FORM IS NOT REQUIRED, BUT MAY MAKE REENTRY TO THE U.S. CONSIDERABLY EASIER.

We highly recommend you place an Apple Air Tag in each bag prior to traveling to and from the Yukon. These allow you to track your bag independent of the airline and hopefully prevent lost bags/firearms.

Hunters of all shapes and sizes are successful at MacMillan River Adventures! As with most hunting, being in the best possible shape will always make your hunt more enjoyable and will only help your success rate. We recommend preparing for your hunt several months in advance to make sure your pack, boots and gear are ready for the hunt.

Practice with your weapon of choice and the ammunition or arrow broadhead combination you will be hunting with. Confidence in your rifle or bow at the moment of truth is priceless

Weather in the Yukon can be very unpredictable. Plan to dress in quiet layers that will allow you to add or remove clothing throughout the day and the hunt. High quality rain coat and pants are an absolute must to come hunt in the Yukon.

Once your animal is down, and the pictures are taken, we will prepare your cape and horns/antlers for the taxidermist. We will additionally ensure all edible meat is removed and cared for, allowing it to cool while protected from animals big and small. The meat, horns/antlers and cape will be transported to Faro where all appropriate tagging and cold storage takes place.