These stunning, full color photographs showcase moose in. I actually picked this book up in a candy store in maine that is famous for a 1700 pound chocolate moose. That, being said, you would think hunters would be flocking to maine to moose hunt. The bull moose on this list are the biggest entries from each subspecies of moose currently listed in the. Man kills record alaskan moose like the old man in hemingways famous sea tale, tom condon waited a long time for the kill of a lifetime. Curbside pickup is available in all locations we are not buying back used items right now. Southern maine exception the southern maine moose hunt is a slight variation on this because of the areas low overall moose density. Worlds record moose verified by boone and crockett. Allagash guide service is located in the northwestern corner of maine along the quebec border. I met a moose in maine one day hardcover june 16, 2008 by ed shankman author.
This is the final book in her wolf hall historical fiction trilogy about oliver cromwell. Well, according to the folks at main street skowhegan, youll set a record and be tops for the moose calling category in the guinness world records book. Maine moose watching moose watching tour maine moose. Moose are distinguished by the broad, palmate openhand shaped antlers of the males. Not only did the moose have a massive outside spread of 56, but it also had a ridiculous 20 points on each antler, which is one of the reasons why it scored so high. A limited number of tags recently approved by the legislature and only available from select lodges were offered for the first time ever in 2019. Mar 03, 2010 moose shed hunter tim bradach of gilbert, minnesota, picked up the find of a lifetime this winter when he discovered the remains of two record book bulls that died after locking horns in an epic. These stunning, full color photographs showcase moose in their natural habitat. Standing as high as seven feet at the shoulders and weighing up to 1,600 pounds, they are powerful, magnificent animals. But after 73 years of hunting, condon, of soldonta, alaska, got just what he was looking for a massive 1,500 pound bull moose with a 73inch spread and 10inch base. But after 73 years of hunting, condon, of soldonta, alaska, got just what he was looking for a massive 1,500 pound bull. We have the experience to obtain one of these whitetail.
Louis cataldo photo by john holyoke, bdn staff december 12, 2017 10. Together, boy and beast play hideandseek not the best game for a moose, walk to the general store, then take a tour of maine. Uncharted supply co founder, christian schauf, heads in to the mountains of british columbia to test himself as well as the gear his company makes. With big bulls standing nearly seven feet tall and weighing up to 1,500 pounds, moose are massive animals and are the largest species in the deer family. Jun 11, 2018 more than 1,600 people gathered in maine to set guinness world record for moose call attendees at the skowhegan moose festival attempted to whinny their way into the record books. They fly about in a seaplane, they run the penobscot river on a raft made of logs, they hang out on a dock in camden, and they finish off with some chocolate moose cake at a. The record was established on june 9, 2018, at the skowhegan moose festival at the state fairgrounds when 1,054 people joined in the world record attempt led by roger lambert, a registered maine. Traditional maine moose hunting by calling and stalking in northern maine. Moose are one of north americas largest game animals, second only to the bison. Louis cataldo photo by john holyoke, bdn staff december 12. In maines antler record book there is a set of shed antlers that would be the world record canadian moose if that moose had been taken by a hunter. The bulls antlers had 14 points on the right side and 18 points on the left.
Maine moose hunts guide service wmd 1,2,3,4,5,6 moose. So if you see that flashing moose sign on the highway, stay alert. Whether you are interested in upland birds, small game or big game like moose, deer, and bear, the maine highlands is a haven for hunters. This focuses on the period after anne boleyns death. These areas are all located in eastern maine, commonly referred to as downeast. At 50 yards, one shot placed dale at the top of the shiras moose record book list with his 184 3. Unfortunately moose cannot be taken within city limits without a draw tag for certain areas. Skowhegans moose calling contest set world record portland. Alaskan moose hunt biggest moose we have ever seen stuck n the rut 1 duration. A record breaking alaskan bull moose harvesting a giant. A person can purchase up to six chances in the moose drawing. Jun 07, 2018 well, according to the folks at main street skowhegan, youll set a record and be tops for the moose calling category in the guinness world records book. Moose shed hunter tim bradach of gilbert, minnesota, picked up the find of a lifetime this winter when he discovered the remains of two recordbook bulls that died after locking horns in an epic.
Bring your camera to capture photos of maine moose and other maine wildlife, or arrange a more leisurely maine moose safari that allows you to sketch or paint maine moose. Moosecalling in skowhegan seeks to set guinness world record. More than 1,600 people in maine tried to set world record for. Nearly 40 years later, thousands of deer, bear, moose and turkey have been harvested and added to our records book forever preserving maines unparalleled hunting tradition. Trophy maine moose hunting now offering maine black bear hunts.
With a final score of 26358 boone and crockett points, the. Boileau s behemoth moose scored an incredible 666 38. Tags are available in maine s most productive moose zones. Under current law, searun atlantic salmon are considered federallyendangered, and no fishing is permitted for this species. Safari club international recognizes four north american subspecies of moose. And remember, although usually moose are not aggressive, they are still wild animals and deserve our respect. Shed hunter finds two minnesota recordbook moose locked. The number of record book qualifying moose taken by this team is testament to the quality of staff and their dedication in providing an outdoor experience that will not be forgotten. Nearly 40 years later, thousands of deer, bear, moose and turkey have been harvested and added to our records book forever.
Maine lighthouses directory l weather in maine l maine tide charts l fun facts l fall in maine l winter in maine. Black bear is also abundant and we offer fully guided hunts, with several state record book animals being taken in the past three years. Maine moose hunts littleton me 04730 call 2072542008. Shiras moose, eastern canada moose, western canada moose, and alaskayukon moose.
In the past years we have managed to take several bulls with impressive racks. The hill gould buck still holds the maine state record for nontypical deer antlers. Caribou hunts have resulted in some magnificent records, as well as some wonderful. Our clients have harvested 9 animals large enough to qualify for entry into boone and crockett, sci, pope and young as well as the maine antler skull and trophy book in the past two seasons.
In 2011, the maine moose u18 midget team won the state championship, beating the previous seasons champions lewiston gladiators 30. Muskeg saves the day is a maine moose book written by susan williams beckhorn. A story about a grandfather and his grandson rescuing a baby moose. Tags are available in maines most productive moose zones. Worlds record moose verified by boone and crockett outdoorhub. Sep 18, 2012 little did he know a little beginners luck, and some good shooting, would yield a new state record, 699pound bear in maine. Moose hunt dates and rates moose hunt trophy photo gallery call us to reserve your hunt of a lifetime. Several midseason departures left the roster depleted and many games were played with less than four full lines for the remainder of the year. We offering trophy moose hunts for maine bull moose. The moose north america or elk eurasia, alces alces, is a member of the new world deer subfamily and is the largest and heaviest extant species in the deer family. A bull moose taken by a hunter in 20 in yukon territory has been verified by the boone and crockett club as a new worlds record.
Maine is lucky enough to be one of only a few states in the u. Maines state record moose stories and adventures guide. Oct 24, 2018 uncharted supply co founder, christian schauf, heads in to the mountains of british columbia to test himself as well as the gear his company makes. Book for 2021 today, or get on our waiting list for 2022 or 2023 for. Each year approximately 3,000 lucky permit holders are drawn and assigned a hunting area, bull or cow tag, and hunting week. More than 1,600 people gathered in maine to set guinness world record for moose call attendees at the skowhegan moose festival attempted to. Awesome independent cd dvd video game and book store. Private, personalized maine moose watching expeditions into the north maine woods, our maine moose safaris provide private van tours and canoe tours into our secret spots around pristine moosehead lake and greenville, maine.
Using this online service you will be able to enter into the maine moose permit lottery. More than 1,600 people in maine tried to set world record. A crowd saturday packed the threeday moose festival, which included live music, food, childrens activities and a moose. Historically we have submitted from 35 moose per year into the record books. Awesome music movie and video game store in new hampshire maine and right here. Once the leaves start to turn and the air gets a bit more crisp, thousands of hunters find themselves in the alaskan backcountry in hopes of finding a legal bull moose to fill their freezers, let alone a record breaking alaskan bull moose to remember for years to come. Mastc began in 1978 by brothers dick and jean arsenault and a group of hunters and conservationists with the goal of honoring and recording the biggest game in the state of maine.
Dec 12, 2017 the hill gould buck still holds the maine state record for nontypical deer antlers. Skowhegan aims for moosecalling guinness world record. Sep 27, 2017 the bull moose on this list are the biggest entries from each subspecies of moose currently listed in the safari club international record book. Recognizing and preserving maines biggest deer, bear, moose and turkey. The maine moose hunt lasts just one week per year, usually the first full week of october. Maine operates its moose hunt on a permitonly basis and you must be selected in order to participate. Click through to see photos of the monster bruin and to read knoxs story. Guided moose hunts are offered in maines wildlife management districts zones 18, 19, 27, 28. Feb 16, 2017 unfortunately moose cannot be taken within city limits without a draw tag for certain areas. Cliff and laurie damon, livermore, maine, pose by cliffs moose, which dressed out at 931 pounds.
Little did he know a little beginners luck, and some good shooting, would yield a new staterecord, 699pound bear in maine. Cliff damon and a few helpers were trying to fit the mount of his state record moose into his house in livermore, maine. They fly about in a seaplane, they run the penobscot river on a raft made of logs, they hang out on a dock in camden, and they finish off with some chocolate moose cake at a cafe in portland. Oct 12, 2012 man kills record alaskan moose like the old man in hemingways famous sea tale, tom condon waited a long time for the kill of a lifetime. From the list of lottery applicants, the maine department of inland fisheries and wildlife will administer a chance drawing to select winners for a maine moose hunting permit. Also, for those planning ahead, soundtracks to most of these will be reissued on vinyl on record store day. Thinking about going on a moose hunt in the near future.
Augusta maines 2012 fall moose hunting season, now in its third decade since its revival, ended with a record 2,895 moose taken by hunters, the department of inland fisheries and wildlife said. Maine moose watching moose watching tour maine moose safari. Moose range throughout most of canada, alaska, the rocky mountains and many of the northern united states. Nov 30, 2019 maine state record book holder at 222 lbs.
In spring 2014, the maine moose junior franchise was sold to jeff dupere and renamed the maine timberwolves as well as a relocation to lewiston, maine, to play in the androscoggin bank colisee. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the maine moose privacy policy. Deer hunting is by no means easy, and requires a good deal of patience, along with the ability to cover great distances or maintain a stand. Permits to hunt moose are awarded on a lottery system, with applications due by the first monday in april. The quality of moose maine produces is world class with several bulls taken every year that make the record books. Jan 22, 2015 the quality of moose maine produces is world class with several bulls taken every year that make the record books. For many visitors, catching a glimpse of the iconic maine moose is a onceinalifetime. A crowd saturday packed the threeday moose festival, which included live music, food, childrens activities and a. So its no surprise that throughout moose hunting history, some gigantic bulls have been taken. This maine moose book tell a story about a kind grandfather and his young grandson rescue a baby moose. Check with us about swapping your cow tag for a bull tag, or changing your wildlife management district. They bring him home, feed him milk and soup and name him muskeg. Hunt moose in wmd zones 3,6,2,1,4,5,7,8,9,10 with experienced and registered maine moose guides.
In fact, the rest of it was already in the freezer. These are biggest moose kills in the safari club international record book. Moose facts the moose is the official state animal of maine. Many visitors come to maine in search of the big moose and never find him male bull moose or her female moose cow. Theres been no better record keeper of massive bullwinkles than the boone and crockett club, which divides its book into alaskanyukon moose and canada moose. State biologists estimate the maine moose population to be around 75,000thats the largest concentration of moose in the country next to alaska. The maine moose were a tier iii junior a ice hockey team from hallowell. The moose finished the season in third place but were ousted in two games.