I just wanted to introduce myself. I’m James Smith Registered Guide # 128878 and I’ve been guiding in Alaska for 11 years. I’ve been very fortunate to have guided for some of the best outfitters in the state, Dennis Harms, Gus Lamoureux and a few more that I continue to work for on exclusive guide areas on kodiak island and in The Brooks Range. I also guide in the western and northwest parts of Alaska.

I’ve started my own business targeting interior grizzly bears. My hunts take place after my spring brown bear hunts at Frazer Lake, Kodiak, Alaska. Below is a write-up about my grizzly hunts. Please feel free to reach out to Faisal Al Zaid (I’ve hunted with several times), Jim wojciehowski(Frostbite) and Brett Barringer who are my friends and are very active on this forum.

​I’ve been hunting in this GMU in the Northwest part of Alaska for 10 years with high success. However, I decided to move to the north where I’ve been because of the remoteness, little to no pressure and high bear populations that this area has to offer. We have done well because of this. Our hunts occur during both the Spring and Fall.

​Spring Grizzly hunts occur during the months of May and June. We offer both Base Camp and Backpack style hunts or a combination of both. Our area is very conducive to the progressive style manner of backpack hunting because of the long open ridge tops that we land on, that being said there are multiple vantage points where sitting and glassing for long periods of time over the country is very effective as well.

​Spring is the breeding time for grizzly. With the long open ridge tops this country has to offer this allows us to see Boars that push sows to the top from afar. Most of the time this gives us ample amount of time to seal the deal whether it be a few hours or a couple days later.


​This area has a track record for producing some the largest Boone & Crockett grizzly bears in Alaska. We are harvesting bears between 7.5ft to 8.5ft. With a very high bear population, professional guides, good camp gear and food and a great time hunters walk away with a once in a lifetime experience.

Grizzly Hunt Details
$19,500 (includes charter to and from the field)
Base Camp style Hunt
Backpack Style Hunt

Hunter needs to purchase license and tag.
Does not include commercial flight to Kotzebue.
Does not include food and hotel stay while in Kotzebue
Does not include shipping trophy from Kotzebue to final destination.

I can be reached at 907-388-6842 or by email at Huntersmith54071@msn.com

I live at 1820 Wildberry Anchorage, AK 99502


I’m booked for 2021. But I have openings starting next year. Please feel to reach out with any questions.


Thank You,

James Smith

Alaska HuntSmith
“Let The Hunt Unfold”

I know James well. I have not hunted with him because we live here and do not need his guiding services.

That said, I known Faisal has hunted with him personally. I've talked with Faisal many times and he absolutely loved hunting with James.



Hopefully, Faisal can show up and tell us what he thinks of James.


Cheers
J&J

"You can't put a price tag on a good time."

Perhaps you really should....

Welcome to the forum James! James is a good dude and an experience guide. I wouldn't hesitate to book with him if you're looking for a huge grizzly.

Brett

Looks interesting, but you better read the rules about posting hunts or you risk getting your hand slapped.

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Originally posted by BrettAKSCI:
Welcome to the forum James! James is a good dude and an experience guide. I wouldn't hesitate to book with him if you're looking for a huge grizzly.

Brett

Thanks for the kind words, Brett

Thanks Jim

quote:

Originally posted by Frostbit:
I know James well. I have not hunted with him because we live here and do not need his guiding services.

That said, I known Faisal has hunted with him personally. I've talked with Faisal many times and he absolutely loved hunting with James.



Hopefully, Faisal can show up and tell us what he thinks of James.


Cheers
J&J

Thank you for pointing out the rules. Im just a seasoned guide still trying to figure out this AR forum.

Cheers,
James

quote:

Originally posted by daniel745:
Looks interesting, but you better read the rules about posting hunts or you risk getting your hand slapped.

Had a cancellation. Hunter moved his hunt for next year.

Dates: June 1-10(15) 2021 1x1 or 2x1
Cost: $17,500 (includes flights to and from the field)

Pm for details or call
Me @ 907-388-6842

I know you.

Anyone booking will be in good hands.

James has been my guide on a number of occasions. we have taken Dall in the Brooks range, Moose in the Yukon and brown bear and mountain goat on Kodiak Island.
he's hard working and takes pride in getting his clients results.
I plan to do the hunt he has advertised here next year if life returns to normal.

Larry,

Thank you for the kind words. Looking forward to things getting back to normal. Im sure we will see each other at the shows once life is back to normal.

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Originally posted by larryshores:
I know you.

Anyone booking will be in good hands.

Faisal,
Thank You for the kind words. Looking forward to many more adventures with you. Your friend, James

quote:

Originally posted by faisal:
James has been my guide on a number of occasions. we have taken Dall in the Brooks range, Moose in the Yukon and brown bear and mountain goat on Kodiak Island.
he's hard working and takes pride in getting his clients results.
I plan to do the hunt he has advertised here next year if life returns to normal.