Three hunting getaways

Rimouski Wildlife Reserve

This renowned Quebec territory boasts one of the highest moose-hunting success rates in Canada, complete with the chance to harvest bulls, cows or calves. There’s also an abundance of black bears, white-tailed deer, hare and grouse. The government reserve offers a variety of hunting packages. *(418) 735-2226; www.sepaq.com/rimouski* —PATRICK CAMPEAU

Hinton, Alberta

The Rocky Mountain foothills of Hinton, Alberta, bordering Jasper National Park, offer spectacular elk, moose and whitetail hunting. Canada West Outfitter’s Chris David and his crew of guides have years of combined experience and leave no stone unturned when scouting for hot spots. (780) 740-6261; www.canadawestoutfitting.com* —GORD NUTTALL

Northern Lake Superior

Accessible only by boat, the rugged remote northern islands of Ontario’s Lake Superior have high moose and black bear population densities. Each fall, hunters can call big rutting bulls into range along the shorelines, or stalk black bears. North Superior Charters offers packages with accommodations, meals and guides. *1-866-282-4854; www.northsuperior.ca* —GORD NUTTALL