Russia

Capercaillie and Black-Cock Bird Hunting

Capercaillie is one of the oldest birds on the Earth. It is large forest partridge. This bird has all but  disappeared in most European countries, however are still plentiful in Russia.

Traditionally Capercaillie hunting is done in the spring and ProfitHunt has continued with this tradition.  It is very exciting hunt for bird hunting enthusiasts.

This hunt can be combined with Wolf, European Moose, and Eurasian Brown Bear.

Getting to the Hunting Area

You will fly into Moscow and upon arrival you will be met by a ProfiHunt representative who will assist you in the customs formalities.  You then have the option of spending the day/evening in Moscow followed by your travels to Kirov by train either during the day or on an evening run.  This train ride will be on Trans-Siberian railway, which is the longest railway in the world.  Thousands of tourists annually travel to Russia to ride this train, since it offers such a unique experience.

Hunting Camps

During the hunt you will stay in wooden hunting houses or cabins based on double occupancy. All are clean, warm, and you will experience good home style food and quality service.  Each camp can accommodate up to five hunters, and ProfitHunt can set up a hunt for as many as 40 hunters should you organize a large group outing, which can make for a great experience.

Hunting Methods

You stalk Capercaillie almost in darkness, very early in the morning .  In the still of the morning you feel that even slight sounds will frighten the birds away. Shot gun is recommended for Capercaillie.

Black-Cocks are hunted from a special branch ground blind.  Most hunters will use a small caliber rifle to purse Black-Cocks, such as a 222.