Few places match the raw beauty and excitement of hunting big bucks in Saskatchewan. This region is home to some of the largest whitetails you’ll ever encounter, making it a prime destination for any serious deer hunter. In November 2022, I went on an amazing hunt at one of WTA’s top Saskatchewan outfitters, owned by my friends Lance and Emily.
I’ve hunted with Lance and Emily for years. They provide a ton of high-quality hunts, including black bears, moose, upland grouse, and waterfowl through Goose Haven Canada. When it was time to choose my hunting location for the Northwestern Whitetail leg of my deer slam, there was no question. I was heading back to Saskatchewan.
The drive to our riverside camp was challenging, with snow-covered roads, high winds, and icy conditions adding a bit of adrenaline to our journey. But the anticipation of the hunt kept our spirits high.
WTA outfitters are known for producing trophy animals and this was no exception. Lance and his team use trail cameras extensively to monitor deer movements throughout the year and zero in on the right deer to harvest. They focus on ensuring hunters target only mature bucks. The buck I aimed for was estimated to be 7 ½–8 ½ years old, a true ancient warrior with a stunning 10-point chocolate rack.
Our first day began early with an amazing meal by Craig, the camp chef. Once we’d filled up, we loaded into the Ranger and Lance took me to my hunting spot. I settled into my blind, and Lance freshened up the food pile nearby. Interestingly, the sound of the Ranger’s engine has become a dinner bell for these Northern deer.
Hunting in Saskatchewan in November is brutally cold, with temperatures often hovering around 0°. Hunters need patience and a bit of toughness, sitting in blinds from before daylight until after dark. My first day wasn’t easy, with only a few deer sightings, a cold blind, and no shots fired.
The next day, armed with a Buddy heater, things started to look up. Deer filtered through all day, showcasing the impressive size of these Northwestern whitetails. As sunset approached, a large, older buck appeared. It was the one we were after! With just 5 minutes of shooting light left, I took the shot. The buck dropped within 35 yards from where I hit him.
This old Saskatchewan buck had been on Lance’s trail cams for 5 years. By 2022, he sported a heavy, dark chocolate antlered 10-point rack scoring 147 ⅛”.
These Northwestern whitetails are big, tough, and incredibly fun to hunt. This trip to Saskatchewan was unforgettable, and I’m already looking forward to my next adventure. If you ever get the chance to hunt in Saskatchewan, take it. You won’t be disappointed.
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