Kenai Peninsula Black Bear Hunting
Bear Hunting Details:
Starting on Sundays in May and early June, we offer 6 day/5 night bear hunts. Shortly after leaving Homer, stretches of shoreline can be glassed for bears. This rarely-seen area of the Peninsula borders the Kenai Fjords National Park and has spectacular scenery. This time of year, bears are concentrated below the snow line as that is where the food is. Most bears are taken at or near the beach, keeping packing and climbing to a minimum! The 18 to 20 hours of daylight allow for plenty of fantastic morning, afternoon, and evening hunting. We also spend a lot of time glassing tidal flats from shore. This is the most effective way to hunt these bears. It just doesn't get any better! Your trip includes lodging on the boat, all snacks and food, and skiff transportation to and from the Outer Limits. As defined by Alaska Fish and Game we are not a guide service. We are your transport vessel. This means you will get to plan your own hunt. We recommend our guests arrive in Homer on Saturday as the vessel departs the harbor early Sunday morning. If you have any questions about this, give us a call!
------> You do not have to be a bear hunter to go on this trip! Many of our trips consist of men or women who are interested in fishing, taking wildlife photographs, beachcombing, and other such adventures. Give us a call or send us an email! We would love to discuss your options. We return to Homer Friday afternoon, so guests should plan on staying the night in Homer to allow for bear hide sealing and fish freezing, etc.
Disclaimer: These hunts are self-guided, and we do not allow proxy hunting per Alaska Fish and Game Laws. Hunters are required by law to take care of the cape and meat themselves. For more information, give us a call!
Call for Rates (8 hunters max per trip). We require a minimum group of 6 hunters to reserve a week with the expectation that the remaining seats will be filled or paid for by May 1, 2026).
M/V Valiant Maid
The Boat: The M/V Valiant Maid, our 86' steel hull vessel, is as rugged as the state she works in. Its equipped with 5 private cabins, 3 full bathrooms, relax/entertainment room, showers, 110v power, TV/DVD, stereo, state of the art electronics, freezers, and many other features (sorry helicopter not included). After a long day of hunting, there is nothing nicer than coming back to a warm boat and a hot meal! The full-size kitchen allows our staff to produce some fantastic food. Check out our YouTube series Field to Fork for a peek at these meals. This vessel is manned by two Coast Guard licensed masters and a deckhand with years of experience in the Kachemak Bay and Kodiak area. We pride ourselves on creating extraordinary adventures for our customers.
The Mini Maid, HOC Services’ dedicated landing craft, plays a vital role in the success of our bear and deer hunts by safely and efficiently transporting hunters from the main vessel to shore. Purpose‑built for rugged Alaskan conditions, the Mini Maid is designed to handle tidal flats, rocky beaches, and remote coves with ease, ensuring reliable access to prime hunting grounds that would otherwise be difficult to reach. Its shallow draft and sturdy construction allow hunters, gear, and harvested game to be moved comfortably and securely, minimizing the challenges of shore landings. Whether delivering hunters to coastal areas for glassing bears or positioning them near Kodiak’s deer habitat, the Mini Maid provides seamless ship‑to‑shore logistics that maximize time in the field and enhance the overall adventure.
Mix it up with Fishing:
Adding fishing to your bear hunting adventure is the perfect way to experience even more of Alaska’s wild bounty. All that’s required is a valid fishing license, and you’ll be ready to take advantage of the fully outfitted M/V Valiant Maid, equipped with rods, tackle, and gear for a wide range of species. Whether you’re jigging for halibut in deep coastal waters, trolling for salmon along glacier-fed currents, or targeting rockfish and lingcod near rugged reefs, the opportunities are endless. For guests who wish to retain their catch, we recommend saving this portion of the trip for the final days, ensuring you return home with the freshest possible fish. Once back in Homer, professional fish processing services are available to vacuum-seal, and package your harvest. From there, you can choose to have your catch shipped directly or, more cost-effectively, bring the boxed packages with you as checked luggage on your return flight. This seamless process allows you to enjoy the thrill of Alaska’s world-class fishing while also taking home a delicious reminder of your adventure.
