Dall Sheep - cancellation question

[ReinsuranceShooter]

Long story short - I had booked two slots for a guided NWT hunts for 2026 dall sheep hunt two years ago - it was intended to be my son and me. I am now nearly certain I will not be able to go on the hunt. I shared with the outfitter that I know this is my responsibility and if there are no other arrangements made I am out my deposits. I shared my preference was to move further out and not have to fall out of the queue or lose my deposits - though I appreciate a future year would be more expensive.

I am a trusting individual and the outfitter said he try to sell them as he hits the sheep shows this spring.

Does anyone have 1st hand knowledge about what they feel are the best steps to take … things I should consider.

I searched the posts and didn’t find anything that quite covered this situation - though another gentleman was second guessing the trip but ultimately went on his scheduled hunt - I plan / want to go just not as scheduled.

 

[Ibex]

Who was it booked with?

 

[waspocrew]

Depending on the outfitter, there are probably several guys who would jump at the opportunity to not have to wait years to hunt.

 

[Steve O]

Boy. I would really try to go. They are not just more expensive they are MUCH more expensive.

I doubt he will have any trouble selling your hunt at an inflated rate. And get an inflated future rate from you. This far out I’d highly doubt there will be a cancellation deal for your spot. They all have long lists of guys happy to pay full price. It boggles my mind.