Thank you so much for all this information! I'm in the process of planning our scheduled hunt for Sept. 23'. I spend hours, daily at work researching stuff.
As someone that’s currently living in Anchorage, I can tell you that right now there is a shortage of rental vehicles here at the moment, and if you’re considering going for a Uhaul pickup truck rental, they’re limiting it to one day (so not really an option either). So if you’re planning on a rental car, make sure you have it reserved WELL in advance.
We were just up there a week ago and got a rental (Toyota Tacoma) and had no idea how fortunate we were, EVERYONE vacationing we met was flabbergasted that we had a rental car. They sold off rental inventory during covid, and as you mentioned won't let you take Uhauls anymore. so yes, its tough picking getting a rental vehicle. So many people we met was taking the train to get around, or buses.
Really enjoyed this series. I had always dreamed of hunting moose in the North country. Having a friend who is a resident in Alaska he explained this to me, if there is a road or quad trail nearby you don’t have much chance to find a bull, they get killed. After much research I chose to do my moose hunts in BC and Northern Alberta. Drove up had truck to bring all my gear and moose back. Chest freezer in pickup held two Bulls on way back. For me great experience with guided hunts, worth the extra money and my time.
Definitely a nice overview of a dream trip for many of us. My Dad who will be 64 in 6 days has always wanted to hunt moose in Alaska as well as fish for Arctic Char, Salmon, etc... I am glad that you broke it down cost wise and spoke on the logistics. Alaska moose seems like the least expensive and fastest way to go on an actual hunt, but the difficulty of the logistics of getting to and possibly getting meat out of the hunt area makes up for it somewhat. I agree with doing separate trips for each species. I know that was one of the main points that Randy spoke upon was not stretching yourselves too thin and giving more days to less hunts. That could up the success rates, etc...I feel for Marcus that was his 3rd moose trip in as many years. Starting with caribou and working up to moose is a great idea. Your persistent nature and positive GFA will pay off.
I found this to be very solid information. I am in no position to be planning a hunt like that but just hearing about the haul road brought memories of a hunt where you could see people buzzing up and down the logging roads looking for a moose. In our case it was interesting that we got on top of a incline and from where we stood we could see the logging roads below us and just on top out of view from the road we could see multiple moose that clearly knew the game plan of these hunters. Later we talked to one person driving the roads and they saw two moose all week and we had seen that many before 8am that day.
Have you considered putting a vehicle on the ferry boat? Then you could ferry boat the vehicle and meat back. If you did it enough and had a group of people an option would be to buy a vehicle and then leave it there. Take it out of some form of storage when you fly in on a plane.
Awesome, Haul Road Caribou is happening for me next year and will be filming as well. Thanks for the tip of not wasting time on animals with a low chance of success!
@@Fresh_Tracks Tell Marcus to hit me up for ideas on his next attempt at Moose. I did a self-guided 10 day float with a friend a few years ago and have a 12-day self-guided float hunt booked for 2023. I have some good info for him. @NVtude on Instagram.
Great Job 👍 Marcus and Michael very informative. Will have to talk about Alaska. I really enjoy the different things you guys are doing from ice fishing to trapping Alaska Turkey hunting it's absolutely great. Gods Blessings on all your adventures.
The reason for the five mile rule is so no stray bullets hit the oil pipeline which is exposed above the ground. In case nobody understands why there’s a five mile archery only rule.
Great video as always fellas. Seems like cost is a big factor for you guys returning. If you guys ever want to go as an observer for next to nothing or need someone to hunt with for a drop camp let me know. I want to go but I can’t find anyone willing to and I’m not brave enough to go on my own with all the grizzlies roaming around.
Great video. What would you estimate total cost to drive and hunt Caribou? Was there anything you learned from a time of season to go? I'm definitely looking forward the this trip. Thanks.
Seems as a non-resident it is more cost effective and logistically smart to just pay a guide? I understand the idea of self guided but let the guide transport you around, provide the food, cook, handle all the gear and as a bonus get you a shot opportunity.
@@tom3716 I’m not saying cheaper, I’m saying the extra trouble, work and no shot vs paying more and letting a guide handle handle everything plus getting a shot may be worth the money
My dad and I are going diy caribou hunting this year. Flying in from east coast, and it is definitely cheaper than you guys...like significantly cheaper.
Have to imagine you can find a pilot to drop you off and pick up for around the same money ($2400) that you spent on the truck and gas? That's the way to go for a moose hunt, even if slightly more expensive. Worth it to use a rifle, get away from pressure, avoid 50" restriction, and probably a shorter pack to basecamp vs the truck on the haul road. For those who have hired a bush pilot in this area, what do you pay ?
Non resident alien, forget it unless you win the lottery or rob a bank, think I'll buy more lottery tickets. Looks like you guys had a fun time anyway.
I think y’all should have emphasized more about how moose are super low density animals. There is a reason most hunts are 10-14 days. 2019 in 16 days and 105 miles we saw 2 bulls. If you’re not mentally ready and prepared for that it will be a miserable hunt. Other than that great job guys!!
That is a pretty stupid comment. Why click on something and comment saying how it’s not worth watching? Great job as always guys. Thanks for the great footage and tips.
Thank you so much for all this information! I'm in the process of planning our scheduled hunt for Sept. 23'. I spend hours, daily at work researching stuff.
What outfit did you rent the truck from?
I took a UHaul pickup up the haul road with 3 grown men. It was cramped, but we saved a bunch of money. No mechanical or tire problems.
As someone that’s currently living in Anchorage, I can tell you that right now there is a shortage of rental vehicles here at the moment, and if you’re considering going for a Uhaul pickup truck rental, they’re limiting it to one day (so not really an option either). So if you’re planning on a rental car, make sure you have it reserved WELL in advance.
We were just up there a week ago and got a rental (Toyota Tacoma) and had no idea how fortunate we were, EVERYONE vacationing we met was flabbergasted that we had a rental car. They sold off rental inventory during covid, and as you mentioned won't let you take Uhauls anymore. so yes, its tough picking getting a rental vehicle. So many people we met was taking the train to get around, or buses.
Really enjoyed this series. I had always dreamed of hunting moose in the North country. Having a friend who is a resident in Alaska he explained this to me, if there is a road or quad trail nearby you don’t have much chance to find a bull, they get killed. After much research I chose to do my moose hunts in BC and Northern Alberta. Drove up had truck to bring all my gear and moose back. Chest freezer in pickup held two Bulls on way back. For me great experience with guided hunts, worth the extra money and my time.
Definitely a nice overview of a dream trip for many of us. My Dad who will be 64 in 6 days has always wanted to hunt moose in Alaska as well as fish for Arctic Char, Salmon, etc...
I am glad that you broke it down cost wise and spoke on the logistics. Alaska moose seems like the least expensive and fastest way to go on an actual hunt, but the difficulty of the logistics of getting to and possibly getting meat out of the hunt area makes up for it somewhat.
I agree with doing separate trips for each species. I know that was one of the main points that Randy spoke upon was not stretching yourselves too thin and giving more days to less hunts. That could up the success rates, etc...I feel for Marcus that was his 3rd moose trip in as many years. Starting with caribou and working up to moose is a great idea. Your persistent nature and positive GFA will pay off.
Great conversation to get newbies exposure to things they don't have experience with in AK. Thanks guys
"Bring Kara on all future hunts." YES !
I found this to be very solid information. I am in no position to be planning a hunt like that but just hearing about the haul road brought memories of a hunt where you could see people buzzing up and down the logging roads looking for a moose. In our case it was interesting that we got on top of a incline and from where we stood we could see the logging roads below us and just on top out of view from the road we could see multiple moose that clearly knew the game plan of these hunters. Later we talked to one person driving the roads and they saw two moose all week and we had seen that many before 8am that day.
I’m definitely liking Marcus/Micheal hunting videos. Especially the banter between hunter and camera man which you normal don’t see on most videos.
Me and my buddy did the same hunt in 2019 but with recurves. Yes they have a 100 yard force field around them. Such a great experience though.
Did you guys think it was worth flying a cooler up there?
Have you considered putting a vehicle on the ferry boat? Then you could ferry boat the vehicle and meat back. If you did it enough and had a group of people an option would be to buy a vehicle and then leave it there. Take it out of some form of storage when you fly in on a plane.
Awesome, Haul Road Caribou is happening for me next year and will be filming as well. Thanks for the tip of not wasting time on animals with a low chance of success!
Hey thanks for watching and good luck to you!
See yah up there ;)
What rental company did you use?
Great stuff - love the extended cut too!
Glad you liked it
@@Fresh_Tracks Tell Marcus to hit me up for ideas on his next attempt at Moose. I did a self-guided 10 day float with a friend a few years ago and have a 12-day self-guided float hunt booked for 2023. I have some good info for him. @NVtude on Instagram.
Name of truck rental company?
Great Job 👍 Marcus and Michael very informative. Will have to talk about Alaska. I really enjoy the different things you guys are doing from ice fishing to trapping Alaska Turkey hunting it's absolutely great.
Gods Blessings on all your adventures.
This is like narrating your own blooper reel....
Very cool video. Thanks gentlemen! If you could do it again, how much time would you have given yourself to hunt the Haul Road?
The reason for the five mile rule is so no stray bullets hit the oil pipeline which is exposed above the ground. In case nobody understands why there’s a five mile archery only rule.
Great video as always fellas. Seems like cost is a big factor for you guys returning. If you guys ever want to go as an observer for next to nothing or need someone to hunt with for a drop camp let me know. I want to go but I can’t find anyone willing to and I’m not brave enough to go on my own with all the grizzlies roaming around.
Great Video thanks for sharing!
Great video. What would you estimate total cost to drive and hunt Caribou? Was there anything you learned from a time of season to go? I'm definitely looking forward the this trip. Thanks.
Seems as a non-resident it is more cost effective and logistically smart to just pay a guide? I understand the idea of self guided but let the guide transport you around, provide the food, cook, handle all the gear and as a bonus get you a shot opportunity.
$10-20k per tag vs $7,700/3 people...not even close to being more cost effective.
@@tom3716 I’m not saying cheaper, I’m saying the extra trouble, work and no shot vs paying more and letting a guide handle handle everything plus getting a shot may be worth the money
My dad and I are going diy caribou hunting this year. Flying in from east coast, and it is definitely cheaper than you guys...like significantly cheaper.
Awesome!
Have to imagine you can find a pilot to drop you off and pick up for around the same money ($2400) that you spent on the truck and gas? That's the way to go for a moose hunt, even if slightly more expensive. Worth it to use a rifle, get away from pressure, avoid 50" restriction, and probably a shorter pack to basecamp vs the truck on the haul road. For those who have hired a bush pilot in this area, what do you pay ?
Nice places, Like from Italy :)
Don’t think I’ll ever want to make it to Alaska, pain in the butt getting in and out of there
Non resident alien, forget it unless you win the lottery or rob a bank, think I'll buy more lottery tickets. Looks like you guys had a fun time anyway.
I think y’all should have emphasized more about how moose are super low density animals. There is a reason most hunts are 10-14 days. 2019 in 16 days and 105 miles we saw 2 bulls. If you’re not mentally ready and prepared for that it will be a miserable hunt. Other than that great job guys!!
Didn’t talk about gear, anything different or prepping. Ok video very repetitive and more a convo not lessons learned for lot of it
With out Randy it's not worth watching
Negative Brad don't hunt with him
@@davidwills8803 I think it's bullshit that they use Randy's name to get people to watch them.
@@bradnolan4168 they’re in the process of rebranding their whole social network. Randy’s been pretty vocal about this.
@@tristan8537 yeah I know. I watch all his videos. I'm just saying. I don't care for the one's he's not in.
That is a pretty stupid comment. Why click on something and comment saying how it’s not worth watching? Great job as always guys. Thanks for the great footage and tips.
Airboat off haul road 3500 per man. Bend you over pricing