Luco Caribou Adventure


FAQ's – Caribou Adventure

If I decide to drive to Caniapiscau, what are the driving distances ? Are there any service stations on the way up to Caniapiscau ? If I decide to fly, where can I leave my car in Montreal ? If I decide to fly, why do I have to spend the night before my departure date in Montreal ? What can I bring onto the plane, as carry-on ? What are the baggage limits for all of the flights ? How much will it cost if I am over my weight limit ? What should I bring to wear ? What should I bring to eat / drink ? Is there somewhere to eat at the Caniapiscau base ? What kind of firearms are usually used by hunters on Caribou Adventure hunting trips ? Where can I get information concerning the transport of firearms into Canada (ie. registration forms, etc.) ? I want to use black powder. Is it legal ? Is there anything else I should bring ? What kind of fishing is available at your camp ? What kind of licenses do you supply / sell / offer / distribute ? How much does it cost for meat processing ? Are there any phone services at the camps ? Why do I have to provide Caribou Adventure with my social security number or my driver license ? What if I can't go this year. Can I transfer my reservation ? Is there any publication available about hunting and fishing in Québec ?



If I decide to drive to Caniapiscau, what are the driving distances ?

Montreal to Caniapiscau Montreal to Matagami : James Bay highway to Transtaïga: Transtaïga to Caniapiscau: this is mainly a gravel road	in miles 462 372 405	in kilometres 770 620 676

Ottawa to Caniapiscau Ottawa to Matagami : James Bay highway to Transtaïga: Transtaïga to Caniapiscau: this is mainly a gravel road Return	in miles 400 372 405	in kilometres 675 620 676



Are there any service stations on the way up to Caniapiscau ?

All of this type of information is available in a P. D. F. file called "James Bay Guide" which can be found on our website. Return



If I decide to fly, where can I leave my car in Montreal ?

We strongly suggest parking your car in our hotel's free back parking lot which is under 24 hour surveillance, 7 days a week. If you do this, we ask that everything you are not bringing with you be put in the trunk. Also, don't forget to lock your doors. For your information, there are no "free" parking spaces at the Pierre Elliot Trudeau (Dorval) airport. Return



If I decide to fly, why do I have to spend the night before my departure date in Montreal ?

We leave very early in the morning to catch our plane to Caniapiscau. We also do the following in the back parking lot of our hotel at 5 o'clock in the morning before departing for the airport:

· each hunter and each hunter's baggage is weighed · Caribou licenses are given out to each hunter · if a hunter wants a fishing license, this is when they are sold/distributed (Note : These procedures take awhile, so we ask that you please be on time.) Return



What can I bring onto the plane, as carry-on ?

Since 9/11, no carry-on baggage is allowed. All baggage must be stowed in the cargo area of the plane. This includes knives and ammunition, which must be packed safely in your baggage. Cameras and/or video cameras (not exceeding 12 lbs.) are permitted in the cabin of the plane, but count as part of your total baggage weight. Return



What are the baggage limits for all of the flights ?

For hunters on the European Plan (arriving by car) : The baggage limit per hunter on the bush plane from Caniapiscau to your camp is set at 100 lbs. (including food). For the return flight from your camp to Capiapiscau, the total weight limit per hunter must not exceed 60 lbs. of baggage, 210 lbs. of meat (3 boxes not exceeding 70 lbs. each) and the weight of two sets of antlers. (Note : If there is limited space, the second set of antlers might have to be split.)

For hunters on the European Plan (arriving by plane) : The baggage limit per hunter from Montreal to Caniapiscau is set at 100 lbs. (including food). The baggage limit on the bush plane from Caniapiscau to your camp is set at 100 lbs. (including food) as well. For the return flight from your camp to Capiapiscau, and from Capiapiscau to Montreal, the total weight limit per hunter must not exceed 60 lbs. of baggage, 210 lbs. of meat (3 boxes not exceeding 70 lbs. each) and the weight of two sets of antlers. (Note : If there is limited space, the second set of antlers might have to be split.)

For hunters on the Semi-American or Full American Plan : The baggage limit per hunter from Montreal to Caniapiscau and Caniapiscau to the camp is set at 60 lbs. For the return flight from your camp to Caniapiscau, and from Caniapiscau to Montreal, the total weight limit per hunter must not exceed 60 lbs. of baggage, 210 lbs. of meat (3 boxes not exceeding 70 lbs. each) and the weight of two sets of antlers. (Note : If there is limited space, the second set of antlers might have to be split.) Return

Please ensure that all baggage is clearly marked with your name, address and telephone number.



How much will it cost if I am over my weight limit ?

There is a $ 3.00 per pound charge for excess baggage weight. But please take note, this extra baggage will only be allowed on board if there is space available. Return



What should I bring to wear ?

We suggest the following : a hunting jacket or parka, 1 pair of wool pants, 1 pair of light pants, 1 wool shirt, 1 down-filled vest or shirt, 1 pair of long underwear, 1 pair of waterproof boots, 1 outfit (pants & jacket) for rain, 1 small backpack, 2 aluminium framed backpacks (good for 6 hunters). Note : You MUST bring a fluorescent hunting vest. It is mandatory, as indicated by law, and MUST be worn at all times ! Return



What should I bring to eat / drink ?

We suggest the following : pancake mix and syrup, instant rice, dry noodles, coffee/tea, bread & butter, dry soup in packages, hot chocolate, instant potatos, packaged sauces, powdered drink mixes, spaghetti and sauce, cold cuts, beans, cheese, peanut butter, jam, crackers, carrots, dry cereals, instant oatmeal, cooking oil, flour, sugar, salt, pepper, mustard, ketchup, eggs, and anything else you care to eat. Note : All food should be stored in plastic or thick carton containers. Glass containers and metal cans are very heavy and create problems for the environment. Therefore, to keep your total baggage weight down, and to help the environment, it is best to limit the number of these types of containers. Return



Is there somewhere to eat at the Caniapiscau base ?

Yes, there is a restaurant. But be advised that the meals served there are more expensive than usual because of its remote location. Return



What kind of firearms are usually used by hunters on Caribou Adventure hunting trips ?

The most commonly used guns have a calibre of 308, 30.06, 270, 300 mag. (150 / 180 grains). Revolvers are illegal and must not be brought to camp nor in the plane. Return



Where can I get information concerning the transport of firearms into Canada (ie. registration forms, etc.) ?

Log on to the Canadian Firearms Centre at www.cfc-ccaf.gc.ca or call 1-800-731-4000 during regular business hours (Eastern Standard Time). Return



I want to use black powder. Is it legal ?

You can find about this if you log on to the Canadian Firearms Centre at www.cfc-ccaf.gc.ca or by calling 1-800-731-4000 during regular business hours (Eastern Standard Time). Return



Is there anything else I should bring ?

The following items are not supplied by Caribou Adventure : paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, wooden matches, dish soap, cleaning rags, plastic (Ziplock) bags, flashlights, spare batteries, scrubbing pads (for pots and pans), insect repellent, sleeping bags, towels, binoculars. Return



What kind of fishing is available at your camp ?

Lake trout, brook trout and northern pike are the most common species you may find at our site. But please take note, after September 7th, it is "catch and release" only ! A valid fishing license is required. Return



What kind of licenses do you supply / sell / offer / distribute ?

Caribou License : License is not included in the price tag of our packages. For 2007, the prices* have been set at $ 53.50 CDN for Quebec residents and $ 292.99 CDN for non-residents.

Black Bear Licenses : For 2007, the prices* have been set at $ 40.12 CDN for Quebec residents, and $ 124.08 CDN for non-residents.

Small Game Licenses : For 2007, the prices* have been set at $ 14.86 CDN for Quebec residents, and $ 71.34 CDN for non-residents.

Fishing Licenses : For 2007 and before 09/07, the price has been set at $34.67 CDN for non-residents for a 7 days period. After 09/07 (catch and release only, single hook), the price has been established at $ 10.15 CDN. Licenses are also available for a 3 days period; ask for details. Other non-residents and Quebec residents; ask for details.

The prices are based on the pricing list furnished by "La Société de la faune et des parcs du Québec." Return*



How much does it cost for meat processing ?

Please contact us for more information. Return



Are there any phone services at the camps ?

Satellite phones are available in every camp. But please take note that all phone charges can only be paid with a major credit card (such as Visa or Master Card). Return



Why do I have to provide Caribou Adventure with my social security number or my driver license?

This is for safety reasons only. In case of an emergency, we will need to be able to get reliable information about you. Return



What if I can't go this year. Can I transfer my reservation ?

You can transfer your trip to someone else as long as we are made aware of the situation. Please inform us of any changes or transfers before you make it. Return



Is there any publication available about fishing and hunting in Québec ?

You can find this information on the website of "La Société de la faune et des parcs du Québec". Click on the link below. http://www.fapaq.gouv.qc.ca/en/index1.htm

Is there any publication available about hunting and fishing in Québec ?