Book your outfitter (Non Residents)

Fill out all required forms for transporting guns (Non Residents)

Find or purchase your FAC and Gun Registration (Takes up to one year for FAC and Mandatory test is required)

Purchase hunting license (WIN Card Required for all hunters)

Purchase or reload ammunition

Purchase plane tickets (for out-of-state or province hunts)

Apply for special tags or permits( usually June)

Sight in rifle

Obtain written landowner permission ( Residents only)

Game scents and attractants

Game calls (Practice before hunting)

Masking scents

Check with outfitter to see what is appropriate for the type of hunt

Camouflage clothing (shirts, hats, pants, gloves)

At least 2 pair of quiet boots and 1 pair of camp shoes

Scent masking clothing (shirts, hats, pants, gloves)

Camping equipment (usually provided by the outfitter

Sleeping Bag and Cot or Foam Mattress

First-aid kit (small personal kit)

Hunter's seat or cushion

GPS (learn to use before going out)

Review maps of hunt area so you know where you are hunting

Mosquito Repellant( with Deet) if hunting in September or early October

Ammunition (Check to make sure it matches your firearm)

Bipod (optional)

Gun cleaning kit

Hunting knife

Knife sharpener

Bone saw

Rifle and sling

Scope and scope cover

Shotgun (if bird hunting)Excellent Grouse hunting in most forested areas of Alberta

FAC and Registration for guns you are transporting

Game regulations (current)

Hunting license

Hunting tags and permits

Register Game when required

Process game

Arrange for taxidermist (For Trophies )

Clean and store gear, and firearms

Contact private landowners (if applicable) to share your experience and thank them