The primary species that hunters come to Saskatchewan for are Greater Canada Geese, Cacklers, Snow & Blue Geese, Ross Geese and White-fronted Geese, which is also known as a Specklebelly. We have 27 different species of ducks in our hunting area including Mallards, Pintails, Blue and Green Winged Teals, Widgeons, Northern Shovelers, Red Heads, and Canvasbacks to name a few.
There is also an opportunity to hunt Sand Hill Cranes as they migrate through the area.
Depending on the departure and arrival times of certain flights, overnight accommodation in Saskatoon may be required. Hotel reservations in this circumstance are the sole responsibility of the hunter. Duck Duck Goose Outfitters recommend the following hotels:
Listing of Major Hotels in Saskatoon
September 1 – October 31
Upland Game Birds open after September 15
Canada Geese – 8 per day per hunter. Possession – 24.
Snow and Blue Geese – 20 per day per hunter. Possession – 60.
Specklebellies – 5 per day per hunter. Possession – 15.
Ducks – 8 per day per hunter. Possession – 24.
Sandhill Cranes – 5 per day per hunter. Possession – 15.
Regulations for temporarily importing firearms into Canada are in effect. The Non-Resident Firearms Declaration must be presented in triplicate and unsigned, to a customs officer at your first point of entry into Canada. There is an annual Dept. of Justice fee of $25.00 (Cdn.). If you have any questions, please call 1-800-731-4000. You should also check with US Customs regarding any requirements they may have.
Click the link for visitors to Canada at the Canadian Firearms Center’s website that contains important information and the required form to complete with regards to gun regulations.
We must purchase all hunting licenses prior to your arrival. The licensing system in Saskatchewan has changed and is now an automated system – the HAL ID system. To start the licensing process, each hunter must obtain a Hal ID number (HAL Identification Number).
You can do so by going online at your convenience at www.gov.sk.ca/huntingandfishing; or by calling the Active Call Centre at 1-855-848-4773 and creating an account over the phone. We have included a form for you to fill out prior to starting this process to aid you. This form is found on our website under forms (HAL ID Form). You must then provide us with a copy of this form and your HAL ID so that we can purchase licenses prior to your arrival.
There is also a Waiver Form to be filled out and forwarded prior to your arrival here. Found under Forms (Waiver Form).
A copy of the SK Hunter’s Guide will be available prior to the hunt, as you must adhere to the Regulations while hunting with us. You can also review Regulations online at www.environment.gov.sk.ca. Go to the Hunters’ and Trappers’ Guide for information.
Anyone with a DWI may be refused entry, however, the individual may apply for a Minister’s Permit for a fee of $200.00 (CND) or a Permanent Certificate of Rehabilitation for $1000.00 (CND). As of June 28th, 2002 those with offences of more than 10 years old may be admitted without paying the $200 fee under a new “deemed rehabilitation” clause. Those with criminal offences less than 10 years old may still be refused entry and be required to pay the processing fee. In Canada, DWI is governed under the criminal code while in the US it is more likely to be considered a less serious offence. Please call 306 927 2335 for more information or to obtain a brochure entitled “Criminal Entry in Canada”. If you have had any form of a criminal record, as minor as it may seem to you, confirm entry into Canada prior to departing.
If you have any questions in regards to customs and entry into Canada please call:
Regina: (306) 780-5218
Saskatoon: (306) 975-4755
A phone call to customs could save you a lot of inconvenience if you have questions or are unsure of the regulations.