Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions from our visitors. They will help you prepare for a hunting experience that goes beyond your expectations!
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Our beautiful hunting area is in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains and offers mixed forest cover. The entire preserve is forested which keeps the hunting challenge at a premium. The terrain is hilly with interesting slopes to make our hunting approaches. The territory has over 15 km of roads that are accessible by ATV and several hunting trails that are accessible by foot.
Our hunts are primarily stalking, so expect to hike 10 to 15 kilometers per day. Each hunter is accompanied by his own private guide who will adapt to the client’s needs and physical condition. It is also possible to use ATVs for people who have more difficulty with walking long distances. We can adapt to all the requirements of our customers. You will also be surprised by the wild behavior of our animals. It is necessary to use patience and strategies to thwart them because, despite the experience of our guides, the animals know the territory better than we do. The hunting challenge is preserved at its maximum.
Although our clients very rarely leave without harvesting the animal of their choice, hunting being what it is, there are no absolute guarantees. However, we do guarantee to give you an opportunity on a trophy that matches your expectations. Of course, if you do not shoot an animal there is no trophy fee.
Hunting season is in the fall and in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains temperatures can vary from day to day. Early in the season, you can expect warmer days and cooler nights. As the season progresses, the temperature differences can be greater. Although the weather is usually quite nice at this time of year, you may have to deal with rain and also snow that may fall at the end of the season. We will be able to inform you more accurately about the weather forecast closer to your stay at Roxton Falls Appalachian Wilderness Estate so that you can be adequately prepared.
Canadian customers arriving with their car
The trophy will be cleaned and ready for your departure. Depending on the type of mount you want, the cape will be removed from the animal and frozen afterwards. As for the meat: you can leave directly with your quarters and take them to your butcher or you can also have it prepared by a local butcher who will make sure everything is ready for your departure.
Customers from the United States arriving with their car
The trophy will be cleaned and ready for your departure. Depending on the type of mount you want, the cape will be removed from the animal and frozen afterwards. As for the meat: the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service requires that the meat be completely off the bone for entry into the United States. You can have the meat prepared by a local butcher who will make sure everything is ready for your departure. We will provide and complete all the necessary paperwork to allow you to cross the border safely with your trophy and meat.
Canadian customers arriving by air
The trophy will be cleaned and depending on the type of mounting you desire, the cape will be removed from the animal and frozen. The trophy and cape will then be shipped to the taxidermist of your choice. As for the meat: the most efficient and cheapest way is to bring it with you directly on your flight. You only pay the extra baggage fees and you can put the frozen meat in coolers available for purchase directly at the lodge. You will be able to have the desired amount of meat prepared by a local butcher who will make sure everything is ready for your departure.
U.S. customers arriving by air
The trophy will be cleaned and depending on the type of mount you desire, the cape will be removed from the animal and frozen. We offer a shipping service for trophies directly to a taxidermist in New York State. We will personally take care of all the necessary paperwork to import your trophies into the United States and deliver them ourselves. Once the trophies arrive, the taxidermist will contact you to see if you want to have your trophies mounted or shipped directly to your taxidermist. As for the meat: the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service requires that the meat be completely detached from the bones for entry into the United States. We will provide and complete all the necessary paperwork to allow you to cross the border with your trophy and meat without any problems.The most efficient and least expensive way is to bring it with you directly on your flight. You only pay the extra baggage fees and you can put the frozen meat in coolers available for purchase directly at the lodge. You will be able to have the desired amount of meat prepared by a local butcher who will make sure everything is ready for your departure.
International clients arriving by air
The trophy will be cleaned and depending on the type of mount you desire, the cape will be removed from the animal and frozen. We offer a shipping service for trophies directly to the taxidermist of your choice around the world. You can also have your trophy mounted directly by a taxidermist in Canada who will also take care of the shipping. As for the meat: you should check directly with the authorities in your respective country to see if you can bring meat with you. If you are able to bring meat with you, you will be able to have the desired amount of meat prepared by a local butcher who will ensure that everything is ready for your departure.
* Please note that shipping, taxidermy, and meat preparation costs are at the client’s expense.
Of course you can hunt with your own gun. However, be aware that if you want to travel light, we have a selection of very good quality guns available in 7mm wsm and 338 wm caliber.
Elk and Red Stag:
We recommend at least a .270 caliber. The most commonly used calibers for our elk and red stag hunts are 7mm, 300 and 338.
Bison:
Bison being a very tough animal we recommend a fairly powerful caliber. When we provide the weapon, we use the 338 caliber for the bison.
Bow, crossbow and black powder:
If you want, you can hunt with your bow, crossbow or black powder. However, we do not offer the loan of this type of weapon.
Because Roxton Falls Appalachian Wilderness Estate offers a completely forested area, the forest is very dense and maximum shooting distances rarely exceed 100 yards (300 feet or 91 meters).
By Air:
The Roxton Falls Appalachian Wilderness Estate is located 1.5 hours east of Quebec City which has its own international airport (YQB). Although not all international destinations have direct flights to Quebec City, Air Canada flies between Montreal (YUL) and Quebec City (YQB) every hour and the flight time is only 40 minutes. The Quebec City airport also has an executive terminal for private aircraft. Upon your arrival in Quebec City, a member of our team will be happy to welcome you directly at the airport or at your hotel.
By car:
Our territory is only 1 hour from Highway 20 (Trans-Canada Highway). Prior to your stay, the address and directions for the meeting point will be sent to you. A member of our team will be pleased to welcome you directly at the meeting point.
By helicopter:
For clients who plan to arrive by helicopter, we have a safe place to land only 10 km from the hunting territory. A member of our team will be happy to meet you directly at the meeting point.
Since 2021, we are offering our new Lodge located in the center of the action, directly on the reserve. The Lodge give us the opportunity to offer you a VIP and refined stay while taking your experience to a whole new level. Nothing is left to chance and we are committed to providing you with the most comfortable and upscale stay. This is why our new lodge propose each guest a magnificent room with privacy and a private bathroom. Our chef is also committed to offering you a refined cuisine while respecting your tastes and allowing you to discover the flavors of the local terroir in an enchanting and friendly setting.
Yes, the lodge has cellular coverage and satellite internet available in the dining room.
Our hunting season is August through November.
No. The Roxton Falls Appalachian Wilderness Estate is a private hunting farm and no permit or license is required.
We offer 4 day, 4 night hunting trips. We ask our clients to arrive between 3:00 and 5:00 pm (or at your flight arrival time) the day before the first day of hunting. Departure is on the fourth day in the morning (at the time convenient to the client) if the hunt is completed or in the evening if the hunt is still not concluded.
We advise you to book as soon as possible. Each year we attend the major international hunting conventions from January to April and our spots are limited. We often book hunts 1 to 2 years in advance. Requested hunt dates are confirmed upon receipt of a deposit only.
Our rates start at $7,250 USD which includes the hunting package (in American plan) and a basic red stag for one hunter. The price depends on the species you want to hunt, your expectations and the size of the trophy. Contact us to discuss and book your unique hunting experience in the heart of the Appalachians!
No, our hunting territory is reserved for the exclusive use of our hunting clients.
