Don Sumanik

Canada

Response rate: 100%

Response time: within a day

Our company was established in 2002 and operates in 1 territory.

Whether it’s your first or one hundred and first hunt, every hunt by Sumanik’s Sanctuary is a memorable experience that you’ll be telling your friends and family about for years to come. Located in Canada’s most natural playground near the geographical center of British Columbia, everything you can see for 1,000+ square miles is exclusively yours for the hunting. Located amid placid lakes, towering trees and majestic hilly terrain, it’s hard to believe that this not just a nature retreat. With close to 100% shot opportunity, this is the most prime area around. We've seen the monsters in these woods and they're waiting here just for you.

About this hunt

British Columbia offers the highest density of black bears in North America - Don’s territory is no exception. Hunters will leave from Sumanik’s Sanctuary's main camp each day focusing on clear cuts and logging roads. Due to the high density of black bears, a hunter may see as many as 6 – 12 bears each day as they feed on spring grasses and vegetation. Hunts are spot and stalk fair chase, providing opportunities for hunters to harvest personal trophies with some reaching record book status. Spring bears make beautiful rugs and mounts as they still have their winter coats. Color phase bears are seen 22% of the time as well in every coffee flavor - cinnamon, chocolate, vanilla, and of course black. This Region is a two bear area per hunter.

Сопровождаемая

(Regular trip)

Охота с подхода

Охота с карабином

Hunting season:	1 апр. 2026 г. - 30 июн. 2026 г.
Best time for hunting:	12 мая 2026 г. - 22 июн. 2026 г.

Success rate

High

OTC Tag available

Where you will hunt

Territory

Fence type:	Not fenced
Territory size:	1000 sq mi
Languages spoken by staff:	Английский
Operating since:	2010 year

Structure by elevation

Plains: 10%, Hills: 90%

Structure by landscape

Fields/Bush: 10%, Forest: 90%

Entertainment services

Shooting range, Fishing

Where you will stay

The Sanctuary Lodge

Rustic lodge living includes home-cooked meals, warm seasonal (not winter) showers, beautiful views, and memories that you will carry for a lifetime. Spacious outhouse bathroom

Electricity

Solar power

Mobile network coverage

Internet

Fridge

Bathroom

How to get there

Navigation guidelines

From Vanderhoof B.C,.(central B.C. GMU 7-11,7-12,5-13), head south on Kenny Dam Rd. for 29 km to 4 way intersection, turn left (east). Drive the Kluskus Forestry Service Rd. (FSR) to km marker 59., turn left (south) on Gold Rd, to just before km 4. We are on right side (west) at Sumanik's Sanctuary Guiding Outfitting sign. Driveway is 150 meters long. Also to seek out directions, go on my web site www,bearhunts,com, click on INFO and then click Rulebook. On page 5 there are detailed driving directions to main base camp.

Nearest airport:	YXS Prince George B.C.
Distance from airport:	31/2 hours driving to camp
Transfer from airport:	Yes
Transfer from railway:	No

Other information

Gun rental:	Yes
Vaccination required:	No

Terms

Price includes

Accommodation
Transport on territory
Transfer from/to airport
Guiding by PH
Field trophy preparation
Hunting license
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Snacks
Beverages/soft drinks

Price does NOT include

Gun permits
Gun rental
Ammunition
Alcoholic drinks
Laundry
Gratuities

Cancellation

25% non refundable deposit is required at time of booking. Full payment required 60 days in advance to allow processing time for licenses and tags as well as scheduling a committed, good quality guide.

Wounding

Drawing blood is considered a tagged animal.

Payment

Deposit

25% based on trip price

Deposit deadline: 5 days after booking

Payment options provided by outfitter:

Bank transfer

Check

Online deposit payment via BYH is available.

Final payment

Paid 60 days before hunt

Payment options provided by outfitter:

Bank transfer

Check

Payment notes

2nd bear trophy fee is 1,200 cash upon harvest, plus 200 up front for the 2nd tag. An incidental complimentary wolf tag is included. A wounded bear is considered a cut tag.

US$ 4,950

Limited time offer

Online payment

This price includes:

Daily rate for 7 days

1 hunter

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