Hunt Wild Alaska
North Alaska Expeditions operates under the guidance of Justin C. Johns, Alaska Master Guide #139, and his son Conner Johns, Alaska Registered Guide Outfitter #141445. Since 1986, they've been conducting trophy brown bear and moose hunts across three distinct Alaska wilderness areas with exclusive f...
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North Alaska Expeditions operates under the guidance of Justin C. Johns, Alaska Master Guide #139, and his son Conner Johns, Alaska Registered Guide Outfitter #141445. Since 1986, they've been conducting trophy brown bear and moose hunts across three distinct Alaska wilderness areas with exclusive federal and private permits.
"Providing experiences of a lifetime for over thirty years." — North Alaska Expeditions
Admiralty Island National Monument (Spring) Operating since 1993 in Southeast Alaska's Kootznoowoo "Fortress of the Bears" Wilderness Area within Tongass National Forest. Mid-April through May brown bear season.
Wood River-Tikchik River State Park (Summer/Fall) Home base since 1986. Privately owned lodge location in the heart of the State Park. Summer fly-fishing and fall hunting operations.
Togiak National Wildlife Refuge (Fall) Western location immediately adjacent to lodge operations. Exclusive federal and private permits since 1987. Coastal brown bear country.
| Hunt Type | Duration | Dates | Success Rate | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moose & Brown Bear Combo | 13-14 days | Sept 3-16 | 60-100% | Call for pricing |
| Brown Bear Hunt (Lodge-Based) | 10 days | Aug 20 - Oct 2 | High success | Call for pricing |
| Moose Hunt (Cabin-Based) | 11 days | Sept 5-15 | 60-100% | Call for pricing |
| Archery Brown Bear Hunt | Full season | Fall | Specialized | $22,500 |
Bush flights from Dillingham run $1,500 per person roundtrip (scheduled dates). Non-hunters can participate for reduced rates.
Brown Bears Averaging 8'–8'6" across both regions, with exceptional color variation—traditional gold-highlighted bears plus silver and cream variations. Most bears taken within 15 yards, many under 10 yards. Archery hunts require double-lung shots. Over 30 successful bow hunts conducted over the years.
Moose True trophy bulls averaging 61" antler width, ranging 54"–72". Spot-and-stalk and calling tactics. Hunters of varying physical abilities have success harvesting 60"+ class bulls.
All hunts are 1x1 professional guiding—no groups. Hunters stay in waterfront cabins with wood stoves, hot showers, and chef-prepared meals. Daily transportation via river jet-boats to access prime moose and bear habitat.
- •Combination hunts offer world-class fly-fishing for Rainbow Trout, Arctic Char, and Grayling during downtime between hunting sessions.
During April–October, communication is limited to remote satellite internet. Expect delayed responses during active season.
- •State park permits and client use fees
- •1x1 professional guiding and trophy field care
- •Access to world-class fishing
- •Trophy facilitation to D&C Expeditors in Anchorage
- •Commercial airfare and Dillingham B&B (arrival/departure nights)
- •Alaska hunting/fishing licenses and tags (purchased online from AK Dept. F&G)
- •Trophy shipping, handling, or insurance
- •Export permits
- •Gratuities
Fair chase, 100%. The operation emphasizes honesty, success, safety, and adventure. Their philosophy echoes Fred Bear: "A hunt based only on trophies taken falls far short of what the ultimate goal should be." True sportsmen who value the complete outdoor experience.