DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Wally and Larry Booking Agent (if any): Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. Game Sought But Not Taken: Game Condition Comments: Good caribou were taken by all 6 in my party.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Excellent Guide/PH Ability: Excellent Condition of Camp: Excellent Condition of Equipment: Excellent Quality of Food: Excellent Trophy Care: Excellent Name of Airline: Air Canada Airline Service: Excellent Airline Comments:

COSTS

Hunting Fees: All inclusive. Amount: $7100 Trophy Fees: Included. Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: Included. Amount: $0 Commercial Airfares: Included. Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Included. Amount: $0 Other Costs: Amount: $400 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: Highlights of Hunt: Moved us to second camp after first day. Our party took 4 caribou that afternoon. Equipment Recommendations: Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? yes Why? The outfitter did all they promised to put us where the caribou were.

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: Manny Fernandez Contact Information: Tel. 954-839-2939 - 5805 SW 120 Ave., Cooper City, FL 33330 E-mail: manny0072@att.net Hunting Experience: Over 40 years. Physical Condition: So - so.

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Notified Personal Guide? Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought?

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 8007 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: September 26, 2009 to October 3, 2009 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec Camp Gerido

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Larry Remillard Booking Agent (if any): Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Game Sought But Not Taken: Game Condition Comments:

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Fair Guide/PH Ability: Poor Condition of Camp: Fair Condition of Equipment: Fair Quality of Food: Good Trophy Care: Good Name of Airline: First Air Airline Service: Good Airline Comments:

COSTS

Hunting Fees: Returned on Amount: $0 Trophy Fees: Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: Amount: $0 Commercial Airfares: Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Amount: $0 Other Costs: Amount: $0 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: A few. See comments. Highlights of Hunt: Seeing a sight most can only dream of seeing and taking two trophy bull caribou. Equipment Recommendations: Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? no Why? There were a number of problems. See comments.

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: Todd Dunaway Contact Information: Tel. 918-296-3533 - 12117 S 4th Street, Jenks, OK 74037 E-mail: dunawaytodd@gmail.com Hunting Experience: Western US, Alaska, Canada, Mexico, South Africa. Physical Condition: Good.

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Notified Personal Guide? Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought?

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

Considering all of the mixed reports filed in recent years regarding this outfit, I have decided to belatedly file a report regarding my experiences with Safari Nordik in 2008 and 2009. I believe my hunting partner, Richard Wedel, is also filing a report. I have not read his report nor corresponded with him regarding the specifics of his report. We hunted together both trips so, other than matters of individual perceptions, I don't expect there to be any significant discrepancies between our reports. This story begins with our first trip in late August 2008. Richard and I as well as our 2 other hunting partners had long been doing annual "do-it-yourself" hunting trips plus a few guided trips for turkey hunting in Mexico and bird hunting/fishing in Alaska. This was our first guided big game hunt. The flights from Oklahoma to Montreal, the lodging/orientation meeting in Montreal and the flight to Kuujjuaq went off without a hitch. We flew into Victoria camp which was being vacated by a group of 7 female hunters (including Vicki Cianciarulo of the TV show Archer's Choice) who had reportedly been the first hunters in that camp that year and who had taken 13 bulls. We split into groups of 2 hunters per guide and went out for a short first evening hunt. We saw a single group of 10 caribou with a mature bull, managed to get in front of them and Richard took a trophy bull in full velvet, green-scoring in the mid-300's. Unfortunately, though we hunted long and hard thereafter, that was the only trophy caribou even seen by any hunter in camp all week. The guides were great. The food was fantastic. The cabins were comfortable. There just weren't any mature caribou. The other 2 hunters in our group (hunting separately from Richard and I) shot immature bulls late in the week, thereby voiding their "guarantee." I never saw another adult bull all week though our guide clocked 110 km we walked on his gps. Repeated requests by all hunters in camp to be moved to other camps (as advertised) were met with denials and statements that there were no camps that were seeing caribou and the migration was getting a late start. My guide postulated that the first group was probably hunting caribou that had summered in the area and, since the mature bulls in the area had been harvested and no migrating animals had arrived, that explained the paucity of caribou. Once back in Montreal, the staff there reviewed my report, confirmed with my guide that I hadn't passed on shooting a single mature bull (that would have voided my guarantee) and stated I qualified for the guarantee and could come back for free the next year, provided I could get myself to Montreal or I could receive a 50% refund. I was able to convince the other 3 to come back the next year but we decided to sign up for a later hunt so as to avoid running into a problem with a delayed migration. That brings us to September 2009. We were told we would be hunting 3 on 1 with a guide and one of our group would be paired with another group or we could pay an extra (approx) $1,000 apiece (including myself) and hunt 2 on 1. We chose to pay the extra. My rifle did not make it to Montreal on my flight but, since we were overnighting, we anticipated it to arrive later. Unfortunately, it did not and I did not see or hear anything about it until after my hunt. I was told there would be a loaner rifle in camp for me to use. Unfortunately nobody told the camp manager (who had a rifle I later discovered but who refused to loan it to me) and Richard and I were forced to share a rifle. Gerido camp, according to Safari Nordik, was an abandoned mining camp they took over and was "pretty rough." In fact it was more spartan than Victoria camp and littered with old mining equipment, core samples etc. but comfortable and serviceable in every way and the food was fine. We drew straws with the other two men in camp for who would go with which guide and Richard and I drew the camp manager Larry Remillard. Little did we know, Larry had been guiding for Safari Nordik for a number of years but had already tendered his resignation and this was to be his last hunt. Larry took Richard and I a short distance across the lake and then we hiked approximately 1/4 to 1/2 mile up a hill to a vantage point and he informed us we would be sitting there all week until we got our caribou. While Larry is approximately 60 and somewhat overweight, Richard and I are in our mid-30's and in reasonable shape. We saw an occasional mature caribou in the distance but on that first day only cows and immature bulls came by. We repeatedly requested to go after mature bulls we could see but were informed we needed to sit tight and eventually they would come to us. We informed Larry we respected his knowledge and experience and we fully believed if we sat there all week, eventually we would get our caribou but we wanted to do a more physical hunt. He advised us to hunt wherever we felt like but he was staying right there. The second day, after not seeing much from Larry's spot, Richard and I hiked to an adjacent ridge to a higher vantage point and left Larry in his spot. We had radios and were in constant communication. Larry loudly and regularly reported to us everything he saw. We could see Larry and everything that passed by him as well as seeing the next valley over. Unfortunately there was very little moving that day except for a few small bands of cows and young bulls. When we made it back to Larry late that afternoon, he informed us that a mature bull had come up the valley by the same route the others had and passed by his spot just an hour before and if we had only listened to him and sat tight, we would have a caribou. I asked why he didn't radio us and he stated there would have been no point as we would not have been able to make it back (probably true but why did he radio us with every cow and immature bull he saw?). Richard then informed him that we could see every caribou that passed by him and no mature bulls came by (a true statement). There were no raised voices. There was no name-calling. That was it. And that was the last time Larry spoke to us that entire trip. Later that night we were informed by one of the other guides that Larry would not be guiding us or anybody else that trip. This was also when we discovered that he had resigned before we arrived. We asked the other guide who would guide us instead and he shrugged his shoulders. We were going to request to be moved to another camp so a) we would have a guide and b) I would have a gun but weather intervened and we were stuck in white-out blizzard conditions for the next 3 solid days. I hunted for at least a few hours daily all 3 days but I was the only person who even tried it and it was pointless with generally less than 100 yard visibility. The day the weather broke, Richard and I hunted 4 on 1 with the guide who was guiding our buddies. We saw no caribou but a lone cow or two. We were scheduled to fly out the next morning but, due to how far behind the charter pilots got during the blizzard, we were informed we would be staying in camp one extra day. Richard hunted 3 on 1 with the other guide and I asked to be ferried across where I hiked up to Larry's spot with a rifle one of the guys loaned me. The guys came across a large herd which they got in front of and all their tags were filled. My hike up was the beginning of one of the most memorable experiences of my life. When I reached the vantage point and caught my breath, I brought the binoculars to my eyes and beheld one of the most amazing spectacles I have seen. 1 mile distant, on the far side of an uncrossable lake, stretching literally from one horizon to the other from my left to my right, walking single file in the now deep snow came not hundreds but thousands of caribou. Interspersed in the line of which I could see neither beginning nor end, were giant sets of antlers. Suddenly the entire ordeal, nearly 2 different weeks of hunting without taking or even having an opportunity to take a trophy bull caribou were completely worth it. It didn't look like my luck was going to change based on the direction they were going but it was worth it just to see. I decided to hike to my right, paralleling the line on a high wind-blown ridge when much to my surprise, I saw the line break, the new leader taking the entire group down the hillside, now angling towards me. As they began to cross the narrow lake I realized I might now have a chance. I continued to parallel them, trying to find a way to get in front but the line was moving far faster than I could in the deep snow. I came around a knob to see the line coming around, down and over a ridge, plunging into another valley. It had taken me so long to get to this point that I could see hundreds had already gone down the valley, crossed the next lake and were already up on the far side. I managed to get within 100 yards and then sat and watched them pass me by the hundreds. I passed on many great bulls but then a group of 4 of the biggest bulls I had seen came over the hill and I picked the biggest one. They weren't stopping or even slowing down but at 100 yards, the .300 Win Mag did the trick and my bull staggered out of the line and collapsed off to the side to then be ignored by the hundreds who followed. Shortly thereafter, they stopped coming and I went to collect my trophy which was the largest I had seen. He fell a few inches short of making the book but was exactly what I was looking for. I caped and gutted him and waypointed the spot on my gps. Just then another group of 50 or so came by (some passing as close as 1 yard) containing a very nice bull though not quite the equal of the one I had. I then made one of my biggest hunting mistakes ever and I shot him. This was the afternoon of the last day of my hunt, I had another tag so I thought "Why not?". Once I had him caped and gutted and the carcass dragged alongside the other, I began my grueling 6-mile trek back to camp with two caribou heads and capes tied to my pack. Of course I should have realized when the line ended that there were more caribou somewhere. When I was less than a mile from camp, I came across them. When I left them just as it was getting dark, I still couldn't see the end of the line. I had at least 5 or 6 Boone & Crockett animals pass within 50 yards of me and many others comparable to my trophy but alas my tags were punched so all I could do was watch. I gave directions and gps coordinates of the carcasses for the camp staff to retrieve the meat. In review, when I put myself in Larry's shoes, he was finished. He had been guiding these uppity, unappreciative, demanding Americans for years and this, being his last hunt, he had finally had enough. I can't blame Safari Nordik for that. The only acknowledgement I ever had from them was at the post-hunt briefing where I was told "we were advised there were some issues." The gun issue wasn't handled well. Safari Nordik shouldn't have told me there would be a loaner gun in camp and then not arranged for it. What if we hadn't been stuck in camp that extra day? I would have gone home empty-handed a second time. Would this hunt report have been handled differently? Perhaps. Would they have sent me back a third time for free? I don't think so. As it is, I am satisfied with my hunt and my trophy. I paid extra to be guided 2 on 1 despite being back on "guarantee." Nonetheless, I do not seek restitution or an apology. I just can't bring myself to push the "yes" button on whether I would recommend this hunt to a friend.

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 8008 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: September 26, 2009 to October 3, 2009 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Larry Booking Agent (if any): Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Game Sought But Not Taken: Caribou - Availability: Lack of game. Game Condition Comments: Very scarce until a few hours before we were to leave camp.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Fair Guide/PH Ability: Poor Condition of Camp: Fair Condition of Equipment: Fair Quality of Food: Fair Trophy Care: Good Name of Airline: Airline Service: N/A Airline Comments:

COSTS

Hunting Fees: About 8-10,000. Amount: $0 Trophy Fees: Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: Amount: $0 Commercial Airfares: Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Amount: $0 Other Costs: Amount: $0 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: Number one problem was paucity or lack of game. This is understandable because your hunting migrating animals. However, we sold on the idea that they would move us to the carabou if they were not migrating through. We saw very few animals the first three days. We were not moved despite our requests and their advertising they would do so. The second problem, our guide actually quit on the second day. It was after a mildly heated discussion between he and myself. He had us sitting stationary in a place where only a few animals were even passing within a mile. We tried urging him to get up and move aroung a little, or let us move over a few miles to a place where we saw animals crossing. He refused, and said "you can go if you want, but I won't go and if you shoot something I won't help you carry it back." So we sat on a hill 1/4 mile from camp for two days (same spot) untill he decided to quit. I think he was tired and frustated at the end of a poor season. Nonetheless, my partner and I were without our guide the rest of the trip. What makes this a little more frustrating is the fact that we paid extra for 2x1 rather than 3x1. Third, is our mistake (four of us hunting together). This was our second year in a row to hunt with these guys. One guy was on a return hunt as he never had an opportunity the year before. Actually, two of the other three never had a chance at a mature bull but the boredom of the hunt got to them and they both shot immature bulls. So we all returned again, hoping the first year was a jinx. But as it turns out, it was no jinx. They didnt move us the prior year either, despite requests. I think the frustrations of not seeing game or mature game cause guys to shoot immaure animals and this bails them out of the guarantee. But the notion that they will move you if there is no game, obviously, seems bogus to me. Three of us did shoot immature bulls the last day of the second hunt. We had decided there was no way we would return and tried to make the best of it. Highlights of Hunt: Equipment Recommendations: High quality binoculars. Prepare for wide fluctuations in weather. Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? no Why? Too many flaws, bogus claims.

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: Richard Wedel Contact Information: Tel. 405-321-6209 - Norman, OK E-mail: birdmanwedel@yahoo.com Hunting Experience: Extensive, entire North America continent including Alaska as well as Africa. Physical Condition: Excellent.

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Notified Personal Guide? Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought?

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

On return to Montreal we tried to speak with the lead person. We requested he come to our room to discuss the problems as we did not want to cause a scene or embarassment for him. But he never showed or called. At the minimum, my partner and I wanted back the extra money we paid for 2x1, since our guide quit. But we thought they might have been interested in how poorly the hunt was conducted (particularly since we are all experienced hunters and have been on many guided hunts).

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 7749 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: September 11, 2009 to September 17, 2009 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Kelly Booking Agent (if any): Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Two. One average and one trophy size. Ptarmigan - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Shot our limit on birds. Game Sought But Not Taken: Game Condition Comments: Have to hope you get a good migration in your camp. We had a good migration in camp phil.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Excellent Guide/PH Ability: Excellent Condition of Camp: Fair Condition of Equipment: Good Quality of Food: Excellent Trophy Care: Excellent Name of Airline: Commercial First Air - Float plane Air Inuit Airline Service: Good Airline Comments: No problems.

COSTS

Hunting Fees: Amount: $5795 Trophy Fees: Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: License $295, Cape hide $100, hotel $80. Amount: $475 Commercial Airfares: Included. Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Included. Amount: $0 Other Costs: Amount: $375 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: Highlights of Hunt: Beside great hunting the northern lights. The guide woke us up in the middle of the night just to see them. Well worth it. Met a lot of good people in camp. Equipment Recommendations: Good boots and raingear. Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? yes Why? Good all around outfitter.

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: Todd Sodano Contact Information: Tel. 973-865-5804 - 58 Millbrook Stillwater Rd., Hardwick, NJ 07825 E-mail: tnt4315@aol.com Hunting Experience: 20 years and have hunted many animals in US and Canada. Physical Condition: Very good. 36 years old and I am a runner.

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Notified Personal Guide? Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought?

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

This was a great adventure a must for all serious hunters. I shot 2 caribou with my rifle. The first caribou was average and the second one I waited and shot a huge trophy caribou. I tagged out on ptarmigan fun bird to hunt and a lot of them. I did not bring a shotgun but, my guide let me use his shotgun. I am not sure every camp will have a gun for you to use so you might want to bring your own. One thing I must stress is that you carefully judge the animal before you shoot. I would request to hunt camp phil it has been open for migration every year. The head guide is Kelly and he runs a hell of a camp plus his wife is an awesome cook. Any questions you can always give me a call.

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 6951 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: September 27, 2008 to October 4, 2008 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec Kuujjuaq

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Ralph McDonald Booking Agent (if any): Wayne Ligler; Ligler, Wayne. N9057 Shady Ln.; Trego; WI; 54888; Tel. 800-657-4614; Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: One SCI book and one not. Ptarmigan - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Game Sought But Not Taken: Game Condition Comments: Catch the migration, or don't go. If you catch it, carefully judge before a shot.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Excellent Guide/PH Ability: Excellent Condition of Camp: Excellent Condition of Equipment: Good Quality of Food: Excellent Trophy Care: Excellent Name of Airline: NW, First Air, Inuit Air. Airline Service: Good Airline Comments: No problems.

COSTS

Hunting Fees: Package. $5,400 plus $1,095. Amount: $6495 Trophy Fees: Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: Amount: $0 Commercial Airfares: Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Amount: $0 Other Costs: Tips, incidentals and souvenirs. Amount: $505 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: Migration is iffy. Highlights of Hunt: My friends 60th birthday hunt. Good staff in camp and great food. Equipment Recommendations: Sturdy, waterproof boots (muck boots work). Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? Yes Why? If you want a caribou.

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: Loring S Jones III Contact Information: Tel. 205-797-5210 - 1025 Mtgy Hwy, Ste 212, Vestavia Hills, AZ 35216 E-mail: 3@joneswaldrop.com Hunting Experience: Extensive. Physical Condition: Excellent.

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Notified Personal Guide? Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought?

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 5763 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: September 2, 2006 to September 10, 2006 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec Fort Chimo, Kuujjuaq

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Willie Booking Agent (if any): John Barth; Dakota's Adventure Unlimited. Tel. 361-852-0537; Web www.professionalhunters.com Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Two, average. Game Sought But Not Taken: Game Condition Comments: Fair - a few people in the hunting party killed game which was not edible because of disease.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Good Guide/PH Ability: Fair Condition of Camp: Good Condition of Equipment: Good Quality of Food: Excellent Trophy Care: Excellent Name of Airline: Delta Airlines and First Air Airline Service: Good Airline Comments: Very good.

COSTS

Hunting Fees: Amount: $5900 Trophy Fees: Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: Amount: $0 Commercial Airfares: Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Amount: $0 Other Costs: Guide tips. Amount: $500 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: Safari Nordik has a big operation with a number of people and there is no personalized service. Also, the caribou were not moving and the hunting was extremely difficult. Highlights of Hunt: Being in the beautiful country with friends. Equipment Recommendations: Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? Yes Why? The last day of the hunt the caribou began to move into the area and the hunt would have, apparently, lived up to its billing reputation.

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: John Dale Powers Contact Information: Tel. 225-928-1951 - PO Box 15948, Baton Rouge, LA 70895 Hunting Experience: Extensively all over the world. Physical Condition: Good.

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Notified Personal Guide? Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought?

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 3991 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: September 12, 2003 to September 18, 2003 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec Leaf River area - Finger Lake

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Gilles Oullette Booking Agent (if any): Wayne Ligler; Ligler, Wayne. N9057 Shady Ln.; Trego; WI; 54888; Tel. 800-657-4614; Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Average Bear, Black - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Game Sought But Not Taken: Game Condition Comments: It was to warm for the migration of the caribou. You had to search high and low to find them.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Excellent Guide/PH Ability: Good Condition of Camp: Excellent Condition of Equipment: Excellent Quality of Food: Excellent Trophy Care: Excellent Name of Airline: First Air Airline Service: Excellent Airline Comments: Excellent service in a timely fashion.

COSTS

Hunting Fees: Amount: $3650 Trophy Fees: None on caribou; $200 on bear. Amount: $200 Permits/Licenses: Caribou included; bear tag. Amount: $93 Commercial Airfares: Included Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Included Amount: $0 Other Costs: Getting from Wisconsin to Montreal. Amount: $380 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: Too warm - no migration of caribou. Highlights of Hunt: Taking a 350 pound black bear, seeing musk oxen every day. Equipment Recommendations: Rain/wind gear. Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? Yes Why? Everything was up front no surprises either.

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: John Person Contact Information: Tel. 715-384-9743 - 10847 County Rd. Y, Marshfield, WI 54449 E-mail: sam@tznet.com Hunting Experience: Western states, Alaska and Canada Physical Condition: Excellent

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Notified Personal Guide? Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought?

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 3380 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: September 1, 2002 to May 24, 2003 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec Nunavik, Finger Lake Camp

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Martin. Booking Agent (if any): Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Average. Bear, Black - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Small. Game Sought But Not Taken: Game Condition Comments: No charge for bear hunting except license. Everyone in camp was satisfied with their game taken. They treated me like gold.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Good Guide/PH Ability: Excellent Condition of Camp: Good Condition of Equipment: Good Quality of Food: Excellent Trophy Care: Excellent Name of Airline: First Air. Airline Service: Excellent Airline Comments:

COSTS

Hunting Fees: Amount: $3832 Trophy Fees: Included. Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: Bear license. Amount: $95 Commercial Airfares: Included. Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Included. Amount: $0 Other Costs: Caping of caribou $35, skinning of bear $38. Amount: $73 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: Highlights of Hunt: Harvested double shovel bull, saw seven muskox. Equipment Recommendations: Hip boots. Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? Yes Why? Good value, high success rate, was treated very well by everyone.

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: Thomas Sample Contact Information: Tel. 570-398-3679 - 165 Valley View Drive, Jersey Shore, PA 17740 Hunting Experience: Bear, deer and small game in Pennsylvania and New York. Physical Condition: 48 years old - average.

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Notified Personal Guide? Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought?

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Nordik Hunts

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 3253 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: September 23, 2001 to September 27, 2001 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec Kuujjuac

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Phil Booking Agent (if any): Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Very good. Game Sought But Not Taken: Bear, Black - Availability: None in this area. Game Condition Comments: Caribou were abundant and of great quality.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Poor Guide/PH Ability: Fair Condition of Camp: Poor Condition of Equipment: Poor Quality of Food: Good Trophy Care: Poor Name of Airline: First Air. Airline Service: Excellent Airline Comments: First Air from Montral to Kuujjuaq very good. Charter from Kuujjuaq to camp was excellent.

COSTS

Hunting Fees: All inclusive. Amount: $3650 Trophy Fees: Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: Amount: $0 Commercial Airfares: Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Amount: $0 Other Costs: Amount: $0 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: Very poor camp conditions, bad trophy care, meat not processed as requested. Highlights of Hunt: The tundra was beautiful, Northern Lights a first great experience in the North. Equipment Recommendations: Good quality scope and rain gear. Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? No Why? Poor camp conditions, bad attitude of guides, many misrepresentations, unwillingness of staff to be helpful and friendly. This outfitter is bad news.

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: Thomas G. O'Connor Contact Information: Tel. 781-828-5344 - 45 Oxbow Rd., Canton, MA 02021 E-mail: tgocc@mindspring.com Hunting Experience: Over 25 years in North America, Africa and New Zealand. Physical Condition: Good.

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Yes Notified Personal Guide? Yes Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? Yes If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? Partial refund, to date not agreed upon, very difficult to deal with.

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 2915 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: September 19, 2001 to September 24, 2001 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Booking Agent (if any): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: - Trophy Size: See comments. Game Sought But Not Taken: Game Condition Comments: See comments.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Guide/PH Ability: Condition of Camp: Condition of Equipment: Quality of Food: Trophy Care: Name of Airline: Airline Service: Airline Comments:

COSTS

Hunting Fees: See comments Amount: $0 Trophy Fees: Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: Amount: $0 Commercial Airfares: Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Amount: $0 Other Costs: Amount: $0 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: See comments Highlights of Hunt: See comments Equipment Recommendations: Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? No Why? See comments

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: Peter A Anderson Contact Information: Tel. 207-947-6033 - 414 Birch Street, Bangor, ME 04401 E-mail: petera@midmaine.com Hunting Experience: Physical Condition:

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Notified Personal Guide? Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought?

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

Date: September 1, 2001 To: Safari Nordik From: Peter Anderson RE: Caribou Hunt Dear Mr. Poupart, I am taking the time to write to you because I realize that sometimes the head of a business does not always know how it is performing with its customers. I hope that is the case and you have not approved of the conduct of your employees I am reporting. Herbert Clark and I booked a caribou hunt with Safari Nordik based upon your brochures which promised, "Safari Nordik prices might be a little higher than other outfitters: however, package contents certainly reflect the quality of service provided." The services we received were of poor quality. We were assured by your brochure and over the telephone there were "no extra cost," and "no hidden cost." You said, "from the moment clients arrive in Montreal Safari Nordik handles every thing." These statements were not true. Your second brochure was mailed to us once we had paid in full. It changed the arrangements. Our package was to include "overnight accommodations in Montreal on the way up." We were forced to stay in very dirty and cramped facilities in Kuujjuaq the first night and the pay for our meager supper. Your representatives obviously enjoyed our circumstances. There was a hotel in Kuujjuaq in which we could have been housed but we were, of course, not told of this. Your second brochure said that the reason we would not stay in Montreal was that 727s could not fly to Kuujjuaq; however, that was the plane in which we flew there. In Kuujjuaq, your representative said the reason was that we needed to be in camp early. When we arrived at camp Tasitag, the camp manager, Larry, was hostile. He said that if a hunter took a shower at the wrong time he would turn off the pump. He acknowledged that we had paid for one guide for three hunters; but, we would have one guide for four hunters and if we didn't like it he would send us to a camp where there were no caribou but where we could have the arrangement we paid for. When questions were asked, he replied that if we failed to do things his way, he would, "put us on the plane." Larry was obviously eager for us to shoot our two caribou quickly and leave. He repeatedly said that the caribou were in the area now but would not be for long. We were not told any of this until we arrived in camp so we had little choice but to go along. The scene reminded me of my first days in the Army. We were urged to check our rifles in camp to be sure they were sighted in; however, we were not given the opportunity to do so. We were told in Kuujjuaq that we could have our meat cut they way we wanted; however, we were not given the opportunity to say how we wanted it cut. We were told in Kuujjuaq that we would get sixty to seventy pounds of meat from each caribou; however, Mr. Clark and I each received sixty- eight pounds total. What happened to our other meat? Did it become "donation meat?" What happened to the meat from the third caribou one of the hunters shot? Did one of the guides take it or was it simply wasted? You will note from my critique sheet that I rated the food and our guide, Cookie, high. The rest of the trip was of poor quality. You may also note that I am an outdoor writer. I write primarily for a publication with subscribers throughout the U.S. I intend to write about this trip. While I will not refer to Safari Nordik in the article, I will answer truthfully when I am asked which outfitter I used. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- NEW DOCUMENT --------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: September 26, 2001 To: Safari Nordik From: Herbert Clark RE: Caribou hunt Because a hunt report 2001 form was issued to me, I assume you really want to know how your clients feel about their trip, beyond the bare statistics of how many caribou were taken. While I was pleased to see the many caribou I did - and to take the two animals that I did- there were many aspects of my trip that had a most negative impact on me and these situations were the result of decisions and actions of your organization and personnel - not the result of outside forces or Mother Nature, over which you would have no control. In a nutshell, I feel that I paid for a "Five Star" experience and was given "Fast Food" service. I did not get that which I had been promised and for which I had paid. I had been told that - "once the vehicle was parked in the lot in Montreal, all expenses would be covered." In point of fact, I was charged $9 for the mediocre (at best) meal at Kuujjuaq, hours after departing Montreal. I did not get that which I had been promised and for which I had paid. I had chosen a plan that would have provided a guide for myself and two (2) other hunters. There was another hunter in our group (one guide for four hunters). I did not get that which had been promised and for which I had paid. The hunt was to last from Wednesday (19 Sept) through - at least - Tuesday (24 Sept). Actually, there seemed to be a determined effort on the part of the guides to have each hunter collect his two (2) caribou as quickly as possible and then move the hunters out of the camp so that another group of hunters could be moved in. From Safari Nordik's point of view, this made good business sense: maximizing the prime time by having more than one group of hunters pay for the same time frame. Also, the guides could get tips from not just three (3) hunters during a given period: they got tips from four (4) hunters - twice! Smart business - lousy for customer satisfaction. I did not get that which I had been promised and for which I had paid. I was told that - because of the work being done on the Kuujjuaq airstrip - the regular jets could not be used and that two trips by a smaller plane would take our group from Montreal to Kuujjuaq and that this change would mean that instead of Safari Nordik's putting us up in Montreal overnight we would, instead, be flown to Kuujjuaq on the first day and would overnight there, instead of in Montreal. We actually few from Montreal in the very same type of plane we were told couldn't be used and then were stuck in most unsatisfactory quarters - certainly inferior to anything that would have been provided in Montreal. A decent hotel was located in Kuujjuaq - but was not utilized. I did not get that which I had been promised and for which I had paid. We were informed at our Kuujjuaq orientation meeting by the Safari Nordik spokesperson that we could expect "about 60 to 65 pounds." Of boned and packaged meat from each caribou. The two boxes of meat I received weighed 68 pounds - together. That amount included the cardboard boxes and packaging. While at the Montreal pick-up point I noticed meat boxes with our guide's name on them. I know he didn't shoot a caribou. I lugged out twelve caribou quarters from the kill sites to our boat. This effort on my part I volunteered - but in so doing, I relieved the guide of much toil and a few trips back and forth. And then to feel "shortchanged" in the meat. I did not get that which I had been promised and for which I had paid. We were told that on our departure day (supposedly Tuesday, 25 Sept) our plane would arrive in Montreal at 3 p.m. Well, our plane did arrive at 3 p.m. - but our meat and antlers were not on it! We were forced to stay overnight - meal plus motel expense - and pick up the meat and antlers the next morning. I did not get that which I had been promised and for which I had paid. You must be aware, Mr. Poupart, that Safari Nordik charges more for their hunts than do many other caribou outfitters operating in the area. I had been told that your operation was "First Class" and that I would be well satisfied with the service provided and the cost difference between Safari Nordik and the other outfitters was justified by the quality of service provided. I did not find that to be the case and feel that your organization and its personnel misstated the truth, cut corners, and "squeezed" our group so as to maximize its own profits - notwithstanding promises and understandings made as part of the plan for which we had paid - dearly. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- NEW DOCUMENT --------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: March 19, 2002 To: Peter Anderson From: Safari Nordik RE: Caribou hunt We were very surprised to receive a fax from Mr. Don Causey of The Hunting Report along with a copy of your letter to him, and a copy of letters, yours and Mr. Herbert Clark, addressed to Henri Poupart of Safari Nordik. With over 800 hunters a year, the task of reading, compiling and responding to hunt reports, emails, and or letters can sometimes be a lengthy process. This normally begins in December, after our fiscal year ends, and often runs through the end of January. After searching for your original letters, it came to our attention that a few letters had not yet been answered. Up until now, since receiving Mr. Causey's fax, we have been extremely busy with our 2002 show season schedule and have not be able to respond to your September 2001; for this, we apologize. Regarding you "meager supper" and Mr. Clark's "mediocre meal" for which he was charged $9, we retained the help of a local construction company's kitchen staff in case anyone might be hungry, even though the flight to Kuujjuaq includes a meal. It is to be noted that there was no charge for this snack (small meal); Safari Nordik paid the construction company for all food. The only amount to be paid by hunters was a tip for the cook. To our knowledge this amount was to be approximately $5, it is only with your letter that we have become aware of the fact that they were instead charging $9. We are in agreement that this amount is a little excessive; however, we had no control over this situation. Normally during the information meeting, the evening prior to your departure for camp, hunters are offered the choice between going to a productive camp with a one by four guide ratio or to a less productive camp where the one to three guide ratio can be held up. We apologize if this was not the case in your situation. We do have additional camps available should the caribou migration switch paths. However, should one camp be experiencing a "hole" in the migration (a few days without as many caribou) another camp may be doubled up. We do not particularly like to do this; however, we have started this practice at the demand of clients who wish to be on game from the very beginning of their hunt rather than be moved to another camp a few days later. It is unfortunate you feel as though your group was "squeezed" as you state, "...to maximize...(Safari Nordik's)...own profits..." Rest assured we hire sufficient personnel to run all camps from mid August to the end of September and sufficient personnel to provide each hunter booked with the type of package purchased. With the construction work on the Kuujjuaq airstrip terminated ahead of schedule, the use of a 727 instead of the 737 was permitted for your flight. However, with reservations already made, it was impossible to make any changes, which might have allowed you to spend the night in Montreal rather than in Kuujjuaq. By having our clients spend this night in Kuujjuaq rather than in Montreal, we managed to increase the hunt by half a day. The building used for overnight accommodations in Kuujjuaq was the best building available in Kuujjuaq apart from the hotel. Unfortunately, the hotel is not able to accommodate the number of hunters we host each year. Regretfully, at this time we cannot explain why your meat and antlers did not return to Montreal with you. Normally, should First Air have to reduce its cargo load, we are informed as to which boxes will not be on the plane; in turn we can advise our clients. As to the amount or lack of meat received, normally one receives a total of 60 to 65 pounds of processed meat per animal. If this wasn't the case, our representative in Montreal should have been advised of the situation. Surely this problem could have been rectified with meat donated by hunters not interested in taking back any or all of their meat. As for the box of meat with the guide's name on it, guides are entitled to their own two animals which can be taken at any time and often hunters will donate their meat to guides as a tip. We were quite surprised to read of the problems you encountered with Larry. Problems with our camp personnel are not a common occurrence. Truthfully, we rarely receive any thing but praise for all our staff, especially Larry. Your dissatisfaction with your 2001 hunt is quite obvious. We hope to have adequately responded to the issues raised in your letter. In lieu of you dissatisfaction, we are willing to offer you a discount of $750 off the regular price, for a 2002 hunt or $500 off a 2003 or 2004 hunt. Should you have any questions or wish to book your return trip, do not hesitate to call us.

Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Nordik Hunts

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 1934 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: August 28, 2000 to September 4, 2000 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec May Lake via Kuujjuac

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Booking Agent (if any): Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Game Sought But Not Taken: Bear, Black - Availability: None in camp area for the last two years. Game Condition Comments: Migration passed one week earlier. There were wolves around camp but they are not legal game. Most of all Safari Norkik camps were 100 percent on two bulls. This, May Lake Camp, was 13 bulls for 14 hunters and one cow.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Good Guide/PH Ability: Condition of Camp: Good Condition of Equipment: Fair Quality of Food: Excellent Trophy Care: Fair Name of Airline: Inuit Air and First Air Airline Service: Excellent Airline Comments:

COSTS

Hunting Fees: Amount: $3787 Trophy Fees: Included. Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: Included for caribou. Fishing was extra but nominal. Amount: $10 Commercial Airfares: Included in package. Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Amount: $0 Other Costs: $65 butchering per animal. Amount: $130 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: I paid for 3 x 1 semi-guided but there was no guide in camp. I was overcharged $750. Highlights of Hunt: Pristine tundra country. This was truly an expedition that was not too difficult. Equipment Recommendations: Top quality Goretex raingear, quality Goretex hunting boots and good binoculars!! Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? Yes Why? This is a great experience. It includes walking, glassing and backpacking at your own pace with nice folks.

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: Wayne Hummel Contact Information: Tel. 856-853-3185 - 502 South Brentwood Drive, Mt. Laurel, NJ Hunting Experience: I have hunted for 40 years all in the United States, Canada and Mexico. I have been bird shooting, big game hunting and archery hunting for elk. Physical Condition: Good for my age. Advils always help.

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Yes Notified Personal Guide? Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? Yes If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? I paid for 3 x 1 semi-guided hunt. The cost was $750 higher than derp camp fee. We did not have pack frames so hauling was tough.

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 2125 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: September 13, 1999 to September 19, 1999 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec Camp Real

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Patrick Booking Agent (if any): Jeff Blair; Blair Worldwide Hunting. P. O. Box 3088; Flagstaff; AZ; 86003; Tel. 800-338-5252; Fax: 928-779-2429;Web www.blairworldwide.com Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Average. Game Sought But Not Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: My wife, who was also hunting on this trip, took only one small bull. She saw very few caribou and had less attention from the guide because of 4 on 1. Game Condition Comments: The game we saw looked healthy. Although scarce while we were there, a large group had moved through earlier in the season.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Fair Guide/PH Ability: Good Condition of Camp: Good Condition of Equipment: Good Quality of Food: Poor Trophy Care: Good Name of Airline: First Air, Innuit Air Airline Service: Good Airline Comments:

COSTS

Hunting Fees: Amount: $0 Trophy Fees: Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: Amount: $0 Commercial Airfares: Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Amount: $0 Other Costs: $3,900.00 per person. Package price from Salt Lake City Amount: $7800 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: The food was poor. There was almost no fresh meat or vegetables and the preparation left my wife with indigestion. There weren't enough guides. We paid for 3 on 1 and were sent out 4 on 1 and 5 on 1. Highlights of Hunt: I glassed, stalked and killed my game without the aid of a guide. Equipment Recommendations: Waterproof footwear and good raingear. Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? No Why?

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: Bernard L. Rabbito Contact Information: Tel. 307-576-2313 - 4185 Leigh Lane, Tenton IA 83452 Hunting Experience: I have been hunting for 38 years. I have been on 30 or 40 outfitter hunts in the United States, Alaska, Canada, Africa and Russia. Physical Condition: Good to excellent.

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Yes Notified Personal Guide? No Notified Booking Agent? Yes Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? Yes If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? Cash reimbursement.

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

To: Safari Nordik From: Bernard L. Rabbito Re: Hunting in Quebec Date: September 24, 1999 I am writing this letter on behalf of my wife, Candice Grimm, and myself to let you know that we were very dissatisfied with several important aspects of our recent hunting trip with your company. While I won't speak for others, I can assure you that many of our concerns were echoed by all other hunters in our camp. The specific complaints we have are as follows: Upon arriving in Kuujjuaq we were promptly transferred to Camp Real and told by you that we would be hunting that afternoon. When we arrived in camp we were informed that we could not hunt until the following day. The obvious reason we could not hunt was that there were hunters afield who were not supposed to be there, and there was a guide out hunting for the purpose of filling his own tags! As a result, the 5 1/2 day hunt we had contracted for became five days. Moreover, the highly migratory caribou we were hunting were in the process of migrating out of the area. Thus, for the remainder of our hunt there were few caribou to choose from; seven of the thirteen hunters in our camp had to be flown to another camp to fill their tags, and, of those remaining, several took only one animal. The next surprise came when we were told that there were not enough guides. We paid for three hunters with one guide. We were sent out with four and five hunters per guide. There were only three guides available for 13 hunters. When I complained to the camp manager, He said, "I'll see what I can do." Nothing further was said nor did additional guides arrive. In fact, the guide who had been hunting the day we arrived (and killed two nice caribou on our time), was flown out of camp and never guided any of our group. Your brochure shows a difference of $825 between a 2 on 1 and 3 on 1 hunt, and $500 difference between 2 on 1 and 1 on 1. I am therefore requesting that you reimburse us the difference of $825 per person. Finally, I can only say that the food was some of the worst I've ever had in a base camp hunting operation. I'll spare you the complete menu, but there was very little meat or vegetables (except for the ptarmigan our hunters shot), but the final insult was being served a dinner of macaroni and cheese that had been cooked the night before and re-heated for our dinner. That was all we were served for dinner that evening! The other dinners weren't much better. After talking to others in our group who had been moved to another camp, it seems the problem was in our camp. But one has to wonder what became of the better quality food that should have been sent to our camp and served to us just as in the other camp! I am not an inexperienced hunter. I have taken 30 to 40 outfitted trips in the United States, Canada, Alaska, Africa and Russia. I have also been on guided fishing trips in many U.S. and foreign destinations, so I know what can go wrong. But not having enough guides, shorting us a half-day of hunting, and scrimping on the food are simply violations of the contract and of trust. Since you did not perform what you agreed to, I am requesting that you reimburse me and my wife a total of $1,650 U.S. for the difference in guiding and a reasonable amount for the half day lost and the poor food. I am not interested in credits for the future, since I have hunted Quebec caribou three times and my wife has twice. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 639 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: September 23, 1998 to September 29, 1998 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec Kuujjuaq (Formerly Fort Chimo)

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Mario Booking Agent (if any): Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Average Game Sought But Not Taken: Game Condition Comments: The general migration was over and we attempted to locate isolated pockets of stragglers. After four days, a group of twelve was located. Only animals seen in seven days.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Fair Guide/PH Ability: Excellent Condition of Camp: Fair Condition of Equipment: Fair Quality of Food: Poor Trophy Care: Fair Name of Airline: First Air Airline Service: Excellent Airline Comments:

COSTS

Hunting Fees: Amount: $3500 Trophy Fees: Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: included Amount: $0 Commercial Airfares: included Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: included Amount: $0 Other Costs: tip for guide and camp staff $200, meat process $75, motel after hunt $75 Amount: $350 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: Animals were scarce and widely dispersed. It has been an ongoing problem for the past two years. Highlights of Hunt: After hunting hard for four days, a group of 12 bulls was located and a running stalk ensued finally killing four out of twelve. Equipment Recommendations: Best rain gear available and ankle fit hip boots would be helpful. Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? Yes Why?

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: Gary Stanek Contact Information: Tel. 810-781-5086 - 52708 Stag Ridge Street, Macomb, MI 48042 Hunting Experience: I have hunted for 35 years in Michigan for deer, bear, and small game, in Wyoming, Idaho, Montana for elk, deer, antelope, and in Alaska for sheep. Physical Condition: Excellent.

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Notified Personal Guide? Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought?

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Nordik Hunts

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DATE AND PLACE OF HUNT

Report ID: 640 Weapon Used: Rifle How Hunt Was Conducted? Guided Date of Hunt: September 8, 1998 to September 12, 1998 Place of Hunt: Canada Quebec

OUTFITTER, GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS

Outfitter (or safari company): Johnny May; Safari Nordik. 639 Labelle Blvd; Blainville; Quebec; J7C 3H8; Canada; Tel. 800-361-3748; Email: safari@mlink.net; Web www.safarinordik.com Personal Guide (if any): Curtis Booking Agent (if any): Trip Arrangements (if self-guided): License Required:

GAME DESCRIPTION

Major Game Animals Taken: Caribou, Quebec-Labrador - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent Game Sought But Not Taken: Game Condition Comments: Game was in good shape.

SERVICE RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor)

Quality of Outfit: Good Guide/PH Ability: Good Condition of Camp: Excellent Condition of Equipment: Excellent Quality of Food: Good Trophy Care: Good Name of Airline: American Airline Service: Good Airline Comments:

COSTS

Hunting Fees: Amount: $3900 Trophy Fees: included Amount: $0 Permits/Licenses: included Amount: $0 Commercial Airfares: included Amount: $0 Charter Airfares: Amount: $0 Other Costs: packing meat and horns Amount: $120 Total: $0

SUMMARY REMARKS

Problems of Hunt: This trip we had none. Two years earlier they didn't move us and we didn't see any bulls. They gave us a discount hunt for 1998. Highlights of Hunt: Equipment Recommendations: Good rain gear. Would You Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? Yes Why? I would recommend the hunt if they will move you when caribou are not in your area.

HUNTER INFORMATION

Hunter Name: Bob Gomes Contact Information: Tel. 209-874-1359 - P. O. Box 899, Waterford, CA 95386 Hunting Experience: I have hunted in North America, most Western states, Canada seven times, Alaska eight times, Mexico five times and Africa three times. Physical Condition: Excellent for 61.

IMPORTANT NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt)

Notified Outfitter? Notified Personal Guide? Notified Booking Agent? Seeking any kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter or guide? If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought?

ADDITIONAL HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL

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