Need a passport to hunt Canada this November?

If I read this correctly, the answer is no.

CURRENTLY:
U.S. citizens need to present either (a) a passport, passport card (scheduled to be in full production beginning in July 2008), or WHTI-compliant document; or (b) a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, along with proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate.
LATER:
On June 1, 2009, the U.S. government will implement the full requirements of the land and sea phase of WHTI. The proposed rules require most U.S. citizens entering the United States at sea or land ports of entry to have a passport, passport card, or WHTI-compliant document.

Getting conflicting reports from outfitters

No, a US citizen does not need a passport to enter Canada in order to hunt. You will need to check the provincial regulations of the area you wish to hunt, and you will need to register any rifles you wish to bring into Canada. Your US passport will facilitate reentering the US, however.

I'll be in Alberta in Mid-November, 4th trip in the last 3 years; it's my understanding that the passport is absolutely required for your return to the US...

Regards,
Craig Nolan

If you're flying, you need a passport.

Just back from a Quebec moose hunt. For ground travel (not flying) this year you need a picture ID and birth certificate. Next year, passport.

Thanks All!