TRIP TAKEN: DIY Vessel-based Sitka Blacktail Deer Hunt on Kodiak Island
CONSULTANT: Outdoors International
November 1-7, 2020
Our unguided hunting trip on Kodiak Island for Sitka blacktail deer was amazing. The boat was comfortable and food was good. Hot, real food, and warm place to dry gear and sleep each day makes all the difference when hunting Kodiak. We started out in an unbelievable area where all four of us harvested Sitka blacktail bucks each of the first two days. As the weather changed our Captain moved the boat to calmer waters and we were able to explore new areas.
We saw several big brown bears, mountain goats, sea ducks, fox and lots of deer! Since I’m an Alaska resident, I was able to hunt mountain goats as well on this hunt. We threw the crab pot out daily and enjoyed some fresh seafood. On the return trip, we stopped and caught rockfish and halibut, a real bonus to end a great hunt!
The outfitters whole crew is awesome. Hard working group that wants you to be successful.
- My outfitter’s communication before, during and after the trip was perfect, I couldn’t have asked for more.
- Physically, the trip was difficult.
- The food was good.
- The accommodations were good.
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- Would you book another trip with Outdoors International in the future? Yes.
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My hunt was absolutely top notch.
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Wade Zuver
Our hunt was excellent.
We saw bucks every day along with all other sorts of wildlife. Mountain goats, bears, and foxes were common sights. Fishing and crabbing was special bonus. The food was excellent, the crew was amazing. Outdoors International did a great job of finding exactly what we were looking for.
Jesse Neveau
What an amazing experience!
The hunting lodge was out of this world!, Rooms, food and the scenery were all A+. Our guide was exceptional and had us on Shiras moose all five days. We saw over 30 total with at least 10 bulls. They had a plan for everything including taxidermy and game processing.
Kayla Redmon
