What To Bring:
Hunting at Watson Creek takes place on private property, exclusively for the use of our clients and ourselves; as such there is no requirements to wear any particular color. Most of our clients prefer to wear camouflage.

Checklist of Suggested Items:

• Firearm and ammunition (see regulations below)
• Bow and hunting arrows
• Binoculars
• Warm boots
• Rain gear
• Insulated jacket
• Warm Headwear
• Gloves or Mittens
• Insulated pants or long underwear
• Personal effects, such as medication and toiletries

The weather is normally pleasant in September and October at the beginning of the season temperatures can be as high as 80 degrees. Temperatures fall in the end of September to October to almost freezing at night and can be as high as 50 degrees in the daytime. Snow usually arrives in mid October or early November. Be prepared for cold winter weather after mid November.

Travel:
For hunters flying into one of the fallowing International airports we recommend renting a vehicle for groups or for individuals that require a more flexible schedule. It is approximately a 5-hour drive from Winnipeg, Manitoba or Minot North Dakota or 4-hours from Saskatoon or Regina Saskatchewan. We can arrange charter trips to our lodge, the cost of the charter will be charged to the hunter by the charter company.

Location:

Firearms:
Non-residents should have their hunting license or receipt from an outfitter as well as proper identification to help them pass through Customs into Canada. Those who do not have such documentation can still come into Canada, but it may take longer to clear Customs. American hunters should check with U.S. Customs about re-entering their country with firearms after their visit to Canada. It is advisable; however, they have sufficient identification, such as passport, driver's license and proof of the reason for their visit to Canada to help them clear American Customs.

You can declare your firearms in writing, in triplicate, using the Non-Resident Firearm Declaration (form CAFC 909). If you are bringing more than three firearms, attach a Non-Resident Firearm Declaration Continuation Sheet (form CAFC 910). Please fill out the declaration form ahead of time to save time at the point of entry. However, wait until you arrive at the point of entry to sign the form because a customs officer must witness your signature. Once the customs officer has confirmed your declaration, it will have the same effect as a license for you and a temporary registration certificate for all the firearms you bring to Canada. It is valid for 60 days. You can renew your declaration at no additional fee, if you renew it before it expires, by contacting the CFO of the province or territory where you are staying. To renew it, call 1 800 731-4000. A confirmed declaration costs a flat fee of $25, regardless of the number of firearms listed on it. It is only valid for the person who signs it and for those firearms listed on the declaration. If you come with others who will be using firearms in Canada, you will each need to meet these requirements.

Or you can also apply for a five-year Possession and Acquisition License (PAL) and register your firearms in Canada. You must wait until you get your PAL before you register your firearms. If you apply for a PAL, you must provide evidence that you have passed the written and practical tests for the Canadian Firearms Safety Course. If you wish to be licensed for restricted firearms, you must also have passed the tests for Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course. A course from your own country would not meet the requirements of Canadian law. You can take the tests without taking the courses. Contact the Chief Firearms Officer (CFO) of the province where you will most likely be using the firearm for information on any other documents you need to provide from authorities in your country to assist with the background safety check. Once you have your PAL, you can apply to register your firearms online for free or by submitting a paper application (CAFC 998). The firearms must be verified by an approved verifier before they are registered. Call 1-800-731-4000 (Canada and the U.S.) or 1-506-624-5380 (outside Canada and the U.S.) for help to verify your firearms. If you have a valid license and registration certificate, you will not have to complete the Non-Resident Firearm Declaration and pay a fee. However, you will still have to make an oral declaration to the customs officer. An initial PAL costs $60 for non-restricted firearms only, or $80 for any combination of restricted and non-restricted firearms. It is valid for five years. The fee to renew a PAL is waived until May 17, 2008.

Visitors will be able to purchase ammunition with Canadian firearms license, a confirmed firearms declaration form or a Temporary Borrowing License. Copies of the non-resident Firearms Declaration Form are available by calling 1-800-731-4000, or at the border, or at www.cfc.gc.ca  under "visitors". The Temporary Firearms Borrower's license (non-residents) forms are available by calling 1-800-731-4000 or at www.cfc.gfc.ca under "visitors". The Borrower's form must be completed before arrival into Canada and the cost of the license is $30 (Canadian). Firearm owners visiting Canada will be subject to the same safe storage and transportation regulations as Canadian firearm owners. They are prevented from bringing in firearms that are prohibited in Canada and restricted firearms will require an Authorization to Transport before they arrive at the border.

Prescription drugs:
Prescription drugs normally present no problem going through Canadian Customs. Clearly identify each drug and carry it in its original packaging with a label that specifies both what the drug is and that it is being used under the prescription of a doctor. If the drug could cause question, it's a good idea to take your doctor's phone number with you just in case. Diabetics bringing syringes with them should also carry evidence of their need.