Top Notch Adventures

Top Notch Adventures operates spring and fall hunting expeditions near La Crete, Alberta, along the Peace River and Little Buffalo River in remote northern regions. Owner Frank Martens runs a professional outfit with a reputation built on high-quality bear populations and reliable moose hunting opportunity.

Black Bear Hunts - Spring baited hunts and fall spot-and-stalk or baited hunts - Trophy class bears with 20+ inch skulls - La Crete area known for large percentage of color phase bears (blondes and browns) - Recent hunts averaging 40+ bear sightings over 5 days

Moose Hunts - Early season archery-only moose hunts - Rut season moose hunts - Combo hunts pairing fall black bear with archery moose season

"The first day, I saw nine bears; during five days of hunting I saw 44 bears!"

Feeding stations see consistent activity. Hunters report opportunity to fill multiple tags during single days. Recent successful harvest: 7-foot black bear at 357 pounds, scoring 18 2/8 Boone & Crockett points—qualifying for the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association's "Long Hunter" record book.

The cabin is large and comfortable. Kathy Martens prepares substantial, well-regarded meals. Multiple repeat hunters cite the quality of experience and family atmosphere alongside trophy opportunity.