Hunts are offered during both the spring and fall seasons. Spring season runs from early May to mid-June which is the rut, and the fall season spans from late August to early October, when we run our Black Bear and Waterfowl combo hunts. 

-Additional Black Bears are not legal in Manitoba within the same calendar year. 
-Waterfowl available for late-Sept. - early Oct. Black Bear - Waterfowl combo hunters only.  
-Upland Birds available for late-Sept. - early Oct. Black Bear - Waterfowl combo hunters only.  

These hunts come standard at 5 days. For Bear only hunters, spend midday to dusk in an actively baited and pre-scouted stands, while Bear/Waterfowl combo hunters will experience x5 mornings of waterfowl hunting, and x5 evening of bear hunting. Typically enjoy a midday lunch and then head to a specific stand site. These are baited hunts. The terrain is too flat and densely vegetated to facilitate effective spot & stalk hunting. All baits are within 25 yards to accommodate archery hunters at any of our locations, and usually from secure 12-14 ft ladder stands, complete with a shooting rail if desired. Hunt bears over bait till dusk with a large target boar in mind. Target bears are identified by trail camera and detailed instructions/photos are provided from the guides, who do not sit with clients being a 2x1 hunt. Should a target boar make appearances in the mornings, then clients of course welcome to bear hunt in the morning hours as well. 

Combo hunters commence each day before dawn, arriving to the waterfowl location/field and set up the decoys. Hunt till daily limits are achieved, and enjoy a quick lunch and nap before heading to the bear stands till dark.

Most clients bring their own firearms but rifles are also available to borrow at no cost if needed. Shots are very close range. Usually under 30 yards, but at times low light, so a low power scope, especially with an illuminated reticle vs iron sights is an asset. Muzzleloaders are also welcomed, and many of our combo hunters covert their waterfowl shotgun into a slug gun for the bear hunts. Popular calibers are anything in the .270 - .30 caliber plus range, as well as large pistol calibers for lever gun hunters. Shotguns are usually semi-Automatic, but ultimately whatever the hunter prefers. 

Archery gear is also welcomed by anyone wishing to bring it. Compound, traditional or crossbow archery is all legal and acceptable. A crossbow can even be borrowed from the outfitter if desired.

The Interlake region is an area of central Manitoba sandwiched between two large inland lakes. It’s a productive landscape as well as a forest fringe environment where the northeastern most reach of the Prairies give way to the boreal forest. Here the last grain and pasture fields back on to big timber that essentially extends north to the tundra. The transitional forest here is mainly comprised of poplar, aspen or birch with stands of jack pine and black spruce as it transitions to the true conifer dominated boreal forests further north. Other species like Whitetail deer, Elk, Coyotes, Beavers, Waterfowl, Cranes, Gartner Snakes, Ruffed and Sharp-tail Grouse all share this landscape with the bears.

During the spring season the days are long, and late season afternoon hunts have the potential to get warm. The trees are generally green and leafed out, so without a nice breeze expect some biting insects in June, and come prepared. In the fall season, leaves are starting to turn, autumn is in the air and it cools down in the evenings. Pleasant conditions overall, few or no biting insects, and very rare to see temperatures dip below freezing.

Stay in a comfortable rural home style lodge on private acreage, located directly in the hunting area. Here everyone usually has their own space with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms for hunters. The lodge is complete with cell phone service, Wi-Fi and television to stay in touch or relax. It’s all kept neat and tidy with a large attached heated garage serving as a mud room, storing everyone’s gear during the hunt. There is even an archery and rifle range in the backyard to stay in sync with your weapon over the course of the week. The lodge is complete with a full kitchen, a full time cook and maid service. Enjoy a golf course 20 minutes away, firepits in the evening with a patio and hot tub available!

Our hunters are fed 3 square meals daily, as well as snacks available anytime. Breakfasts are hearty with classic favorites like bacon and eggs, toast, pancakes and hash browns. Lunches are usually back at the lodge before heading out for the afternoon, but bagged lunches and snacks can also be assembled for the field if needed. Some popular dinner items include steaks, roast turkey or honey ham, chili, potatoes, soups, salads and desserts.

Destination City: Only a few hours north of the US border, hunters are welcome to drive directly to the lodge or are asked to arrive at the Winnipeg International Airport where they will be greeted by lodge staff. The hunting area is approximately 1-2 hours’ drive north and east of Winnipeg.  

Travel Suggestions:  Winnipeg is easily reached by most North American airlines, with connections typically occurring from a variety of major Canadian and US airports.

Hides and skulls are carefully skinned, labelled and frozen by the outfitter. After the season the outfitter delivers all trophies to a capable taxidermist in Manitoba can do the complete work, or prep, certify, crate and deliver trophies to his shipping agent or expeditor in Winnipeg to be shipped internationally. Turnaround time ranges from 6-8 months.