Hunting Equipment
Papers
Clothing
Important: Wildlife regulations state that rifle hunters require colours (white or orange vest or long sleeve jacket and an orange hat).
Bow hunters may use camouflage.
Other Personal Gear (optional)
Information on bringing Guns across Border: We have never had any hunting clients who have encountered any trouble at the border bringing their guns into Canada. Just be sure you have all the forms needed and sign them in front of a customs officer.
- rifle / bow / muzzle-loader
- ammunition / arrows
- hard gun case & lock
- back or fanny pack (optional)
- binoculars (optional)
- compass (minerals interfere in compass readings in north camp)
- knife/multi-tool
- flashlight (s)
- spare batteries
- lighter/waterproof matches
Papers
- correspondence with outfitters name and address (may
be asked at border). (Hunt confirmation) - airline tickets
- Non-resident Firearms Declaration - in triplicate, unsigned (sign at border) with $25/$50.00
Cdn. (link at bottom of page). Valid for 60 days - VALID PASSPORT
- photo drivers license
- Travel Medical insurance (we would suggest, especially for in flu/Covid season). *It is usually only a minimal cost, but may save you a headache in the case of a medical emergency. We order ours through our CAA (AAA) when we travel.
Clothing
Important: Wildlife regulations state that rifle hunters require colours (white or orange vest or long sleeve jacket and an orange hat).
Bow hunters may use camouflage.
- wool sweater or down vest
- stocking hat or toque
- hand muffs
- rubber boots
- leather hunting boots
- camp shoes (lightweight slip-on)
- polypropylene or wool socks
- lightweight socks
- blue jeans
- sweat pants and shirt
- t-shirts - thermax or polypropylene
- flannel shirts
- long underwear
- underwear - shorts
- glove liners
- gloves
Other Personal Gear (optional)
- camera & SD card
- video camera
- camera clamp for stand
- extra glasses
- shaving kit
- sunglasses
- DEET (can't buy full strength in Canada)
- De-scenting spray/soap
- medication, if any
- spring / bear season can be during allergy season
- spare rifle and/or scope
- laser rangefinder
- GPS
Information on bringing Guns across Border: We have never had any hunting clients who have encountered any trouble at the border bringing their guns into Canada. Just be sure you have all the forms needed and sign them in front of a customs officer.
Advice from a regular hunting client:
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Other Travel considerations...
Since 2020 Government regulations have been a rollercoaster of changes. Here are some links to help with a smooth border crossing.
(*Note- The ArriveCan app is no longer required.)
Crossing the border into Canada- www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage/menu-eng.html
Transporting Your Firearms
When crossing the border (or at anytime while transporting your firearms), your firearms must be unloaded, encased and locked in either a lockable hard cover gun case or with trigger locks attached..
**Non Resident Firearm Declaration Form:
(follow instructions included and be sure to sign at the border)
https://rcmp.ca/sites/default/files/doc/5589e.pdf
https://rcmp.ca/en/firearms/licensing/non-residents
Since 2020 Government regulations have been a rollercoaster of changes. Here are some links to help with a smooth border crossing.
(*Note- The ArriveCan app is no longer required.)
Crossing the border into Canada- www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage/menu-eng.html
Transporting Your Firearms
When crossing the border (or at anytime while transporting your firearms), your firearms must be unloaded, encased and locked in either a lockable hard cover gun case or with trigger locks attached..
**Non Resident Firearm Declaration Form:
(follow instructions included and be sure to sign at the border)
https://rcmp.ca/sites/default/files/doc/5589e.pdf
https://rcmp.ca/en/firearms/licensing/non-residents