For years, hunting a wolf in Saskatchewan meant getting lucky on a big-game hunt — wolves could only be taken as an add-on when you were already here for bear or deer. That just changed. Saskatchewan wolf hunting for non-residents is now available as a hunt in its own right, and for the first time, you can book a trip dedicated entirely to pursuing one of the most elusive predators in North America.

At Great Grey Outfitters & Western Trophy Outfitters, we’re proud to be among the very first outfitters to offer it. Here’s what the change means, why our corner of the province is such special wolf country, and what a dedicated wolf hunt actually looks like.

What changed — and why it matters

Until now, wolf hunting in Saskatchewan was tied to a big-game hunt: outfitters held wolf endorsements alongside their bear or deer tags, so a wolf was a bonus opportunity, not the reason for the trip. Saskatchewan has now made it possible to hunt wolves on their own — opening the door for visiting hunters to travel here specifically for wolves.

For hunters, that’s a genuinely rare opportunity. Dedicated, guided wolf hunts are hard to find anywhere in North America, and a new one in a province with as much intact wilderness as Saskatchewan is worth paying attention to.

Why Saskatchewan is prime wolf country

Our hunting area sits exactly where the prairie farmland meets the northern forest — the kind of edge habitat wolves thrive in, with abundant prey and room to roam. Just as importantly, these wolves have never faced hunting pressure. That combination — a large, healthy, unpressured population in ideal terrain — is what makes this such a promising place to be one of the first to hunt them.

What a dedicated wolf hunt looks like

Wolves are intelligent and wary, which is exactly what makes hunting them so rewarding. Our hunts run through the winter, from October 15 to March 15, when wolves are most active on the field edges and travel corridors. You’ll hunt from a comfortable heated ground blind — so you can stay out, stay warm, and stay patient through a Saskatchewan winter — with one guide for every two hunters who knows how the local packs move.

Hunts are 4.5 days (Sunday to Friday). Because space and timing are limited, we book by the week — reach out to reserve yours.

More than a hunt — the ultimate Canadian winter adventure

One of the best parts of a winter wolf hunt is everything you can build around it. Bring your family and friends and turn the trip into a full northern getaway by adding ice fishing, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing, trapping, and relaxing evenings back at the lodge with chef-prepared meals, a sauna, and a warm fire. It pairs perfectly with our winter adventure experience.

For over 30 years we’ve built unforgettable outdoor experiences in Saskatchewan. This is our newest one — and it’s more than a hunt. It’s your Canadian wilderness adventure.

Be among the first

Opportunities like this don’t come around often. If hunting a wolf has been on your list, this is the moment — and being early means the best weeks and the first crack at an unpressured population. Learn more and book your wolf hunt here.

Frequently asked questions

Can non-residents now hunt wolves in Saskatchewan? Yes. Saskatchewan recently made it possible to hunt wolves as a standalone hunt, where previously they could only be taken as an add-on to a big-game hunt.

When is wolf season? October 15 to March 15. We book by the week — call to reserve yours.

How does the hunt work? It’s a 4.5-day hunt (Sunday–Friday) from a heated ground blind, with one guide for every two hunters.

Can I turn it into a family trip? Absolutely — add ice fishing, snowmobiling, wildlife viewing, and more for a complete Canadian winter vacation.