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You’ve got questions and we have answers
You’ve got questions and we have answers
Should you choose to fly, please check the guidelines of your airline as they may differ slightly. The federal TSA guidelines can be found here. The process is usually easy. Most airports only require you to make sure to have the right case with locks and notify the agent at check-in. Make sure to check with your local airport authorities to see if they have any other specific rules for check-in. Pro tip: bring a soft case to protect your gun when transporting from the lodge to the blind and back every day.
Nope, we have all the 12 or 20 gauge shells you’ll need.
You’ll need a non-expired passport. Please comply with all the current health requirements.
You’ll also need to fill out a Non-Resident Firearms Declaration form before you arrive at your entry point into Canada to save you time. Do not sign the form; a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) customs officer must witness your signature. The fee is currently $25 per firearm. Current guidelines and forms can be found here.
All groups are a 6 hunter minimum and a 8 hunter maximum.
It is a possibility that others will be hunting in the same area but we will do our best to avoid contact with them. Our lodge will only have one group at a time.
Our newly furnished lodge will provide not only a comfortable place to sleep but also a great place to hang out after the day’s hunts. It is right in the middle of the action and just a short drive from the hunting grounds. You’ll roll out of bed and be set up and ready to hunt in no time.
The area is pretty rural. North Battleford would be the closest city.
Yes. In addition to snacks throughout the day, a mid-morning hot breakfast/brunch and an evening dinner are provided.
Daily guided hunts, lodging, meals, snacks and shells are all included.
As of September 2022, that ban has been lifted on transporting birds. Hunters are once again able to transport game meat through U.S. Customs. We encourage all hunters to familiarize themselves with the current regulations and restrictions here (if applicable) prior to their trip.
Keeping birds is not a requirement. As stewards of our environment, we always make sure that no meat goes to waste. Any unwanted birds will be distributed to area families.
You can buy online here or there is a Cabela’s conveniently located near the Saskatoon airport. They will know exactly what you need and hey you get to check out Cabela’s so win win.
The Saskatoon International Airport is the closest major commercial airport. It is about an hour and a half drive to the lodge. You can easily rent a car from the airport. Other choices include Regina and Edmonton both about 4+ hours from the lodge.
September and October temperatures are typically pretty mild and precipitation is low. September averages a low of 41℉ (4.9℃) and a high of 69℉ (20.5℃). October averages a low of 28℉ (-2℃) and a high of 52℉ (11.1℃)
Most of the terrain is gently rolling hills. We usually hunt in dry fields that have recently been cut. There will be minimal walking as we can drive right up to where we’re hunting most days.
Tipping is a big part of the guide’s income and will be gladly welcomed. They work very hard to get the best setup every day and we know that once you have the Broken Oak hunting experience, you’ll want to reward our hard-working guides. 15-20% of your trip cost is customary in our industry but feel free to give as much as you would like to.
Geese might include Canada, Snow and Specklebelly. Ducks might include Mallard, Pintail and Wigeon.
The birds are typically pretty close as they finish into the decoys. There may be a few passing or going away shots but those are not the norm. Choose a choke specific to your shotgun accordingly.
Yes, there are limits that we will enforce strictly. They change from time to time. You can check out Canada’s hunting regulations page here for an updated list.
Hey, we all love our dogs. Because of the risks of your dog getting hurt or shot we ask that you leave them at home.