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"Loved our Alberta Bear Bow Hunt with North Star Outfitting."

All I can say is Wow! This hunt surpassed even my wildest expectations

As an avid deer hunter I cannot believe the black bear hunt I just had at North Star Outfitters. As a previous deer hunting client I already knew that the accommodations and personal attention I would receive would be first class. But I had no idea it would be the most exciting six days I have ever spent in the woods. I had never hunted bear before this trip and I did not know what to expect. This hunt surpassed even my wildest expectations. My heart still races when I think about the number, the color phases and the size of the bears I saw, not to mention the two seven footers I harvested (1 chocolate , 1 black). My sincerest appreciation to you, Roger, Alysha and Kathy. I appreciate all of your hard work. Move over whitetails and muleys I am now also a bear hunter.See you next spring.

Best wishes,
Roger Castaldo, 708-417-8624



Unbelievable/Incredible 2 for 1

I don’t even own a rifle. I borrowed some camo clothing from my brother so I could go on a bear hunt with Neil Johnson’s Northstar Outfitting, Alberta, Canada.

Neil was kind enough to let me borrow one of his personal rifles for my hunt. I have to admit I was a bit nervous on my 1st bear hunt sitting in a blind by myself the first day of the hunt. I counted 6 fat bears that first afternoon.

The second day I moved to another location Neil and his daughter wanted to check out. You see, I am a beginner hunter (age 61) I don’t own any firearms. My brother set up this hunt with Neil after meeting him at a show in Ft. Worth, Texas. After speaking with several outfitters at the show, my brother quickly decided on Neil Johnson because of his sincerity, genuineness and pure straight talk on the quality and hospitality of his hunts. Ask him to show you photos of past 2-3 year hunts. You see, Neil is not the least expensive. However, you will get what you pay for if price is your only concern elsewhere. Neil and his crew work harder than any outfitter my brother has ever seen in an effort to totally please you. All other hunters in our group were repeat, totally satisfied customers who continue to come back year after year because of the quality of this hunt. One guy counted 13 bear the first day out from his stand on the hunt. Average was 6 – 7 bear daily.

Back to my story of excitement my 2nd day of the hunt. My 1st bear comes in (colored phase) not 20 minutes after Neil drops me off. A gorgeous 6 ft. brown dropped with 1 shot 30 yds. away. But wait – only 1 hour later – What’s that extra large black volkswagon doing coming down the same trail? Oh my gosh, I’m shaking in my boots! It’s big brother blackie over 7 ft. long. Bam – 1st shot 30 yds. away again. I ask you, what are the odds of a 61 year old gentleman hunter from Texas who has no rifle or hunting clothing/equipment showing up in camp in Alberta, Canada and bagging not only one beautiful bruen but two giants within an hour apart that fall 20 ft. from each other after being there only 2 days. Not bad, I say. Incidentally – expect 3 full/full/full delicious, square meals everyday you are there. The meals are superb and the chef is a wonderful hostess. Be careful – my brother gained 12 lbs. in 7 days. No brag/just fact.

Thank you, Neil, for everything you did for me.

Sonny Van Haselen

Dear Fellow Hunters,

When I first learned about North Star Outfitting, I contacted the references provided by Neil Johnson and thought that they were being paid off to give such stellar reviews. I was very suspect because I was ripped off by other so called other “outfitters” and it has been my insane desire, after hunting for 43 years, to get a bear and all attempts produced no results.

Well, in the end, the experience with North Star and everything related to the hunt far exceeded the references provided. Neil, and all those related to the bear hunt, went far out of their way to make each and every aspect of the experience outstanding. The accommodations are great, food even better, a true desire to produce results, and generosity far exceeded my expectations which are tough. North Star works very hard to not only get you action but also to get a big animal. I was fortunate to get a 7 foot black and beautiful brown bear, both in the same night! Being one that cannot sit still during the day, the prairie dog hunting, use of Neil’s vehicles and equipment and so many other things to do in this beautiful country were just outstanding. We also had a great group of hunters that made the experience even better.

Beginner’s Luck?...Maybe, but unlikely due the time and effort that North Star employs to ensure a great time and results . You are welcome to call me at any time and you will think that I am on the list of paid references. Would I go back?...I am!

Lou Piciacchio (Spring Hunt-2008)
(724) 935-0608 or (724) 935-6317

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