How It Works

Book your hunt in
four easy steps

Dark Timber handles the coordination so you can focus on the hunt. Here is exactly what happens from the moment you book to the moment you are in the field.

Browse Packages
01

Browse & Choose

Search hundreds of guided hunting packages by game type, location, dates, and price. Read reviews from verified hunters.

02

Book & Pay Securely

Select your dates, party size, and pay a deposit or full amount through our secure checkout. Your money is held safely.

03

We Coordinate Your Partnered Outfitter

Our team reviews your booking, confirms the package logistics, and coordinates the licensed partnered outfitter for your hunt.

04

Hunt & Leave a Review

Enjoy your guided hunt. Once complete, your outfitter is paid out and you can leave a review to help future hunters.

Our Guarantee

What you can hold us to

Your money moves only after the hunt

We hold payment in escrow from the moment you book. The outfitter receives their payout only after your hunt is marked complete — giving both sides accountability.

We personally confirm every booking

Our team reviews each booking, verifies availability with the outfitter, and sends you a confirmed itinerary before you travel anywhere.

One contact for the entire booking

You don't chase the outfitter directly. If anything changes — dates, logistics, questions — you contact Dark Timber and we sort it out.

FAQ

Common questions

How does booking work?

Browse available packages, choose your dates and party size, then pay through our secure checkout. Dark Timber coordinates the licensed outfitter and sends you the details.

When do I get charged?

You can pay a deposit to reserve your dates or pay in full at booking. The outfitter is only paid after your hunt is completed.

What if I need to cancel?

Cancellation policies vary by package. Our team will help you through any changes to your booking - contact us directly.

Are your outfitters licensed?

Yes. Every outfitter on our platform must provide proof of valid hunting guide licenses for their state or province before being approved.

I am an outfitter. How do I list my tours?

Apply at darktimber.ca/operator/register. Dark Timber creates and sells the packages; approved outfitters handle assigned hunts as partnered outfitters.

How are outfitters paid?

Outfitters receive a direct payout after each hunt is marked complete, minus the platform commission agreed upon at sign-up.

Ready?

Ready to book?

Browse owner-managed hunting packages with vetted partnered outfitters across Canada.