Hunting Fun

When it comes to hunting there is little that comes close to the sheer excitement of bear hunting. This is particularly true in North America where there are few, if any, more dangerous animals to go after.

Bear hunting can be a major thrill for most hunters but this excitement comes partially from the dangers associated with this particular sport.

Typical bear hunting breeds are the brown bear, grizzly bear,and black bear and there are many areas in North America where such breeds can be legally hunted.

Before you head off on your bear hunting trip, here are some basic guidelines and advice to help make the experience more enjoyable and less risky.

First, make sure you are on the right side of the law. Check the local state regulations for where you are planning to hunt and make sure you have the correct hunting permits or licences. You also need to make sure that the season is right for the bear you are after. Additionally, some states have regulations on the number of bears that can be shot in any time period so ensure you find out all this information before you go.

Next, you will need to have the right equipment with you for several reasons. You need to be able to make a clean kill with any animal so that the creature does not suffer. A large animal such as a bear will need to be hunted with a rifle. Don’t even consider the use of a bow or a shotgun. A good rifle will be at least 30 calibre. Talk to your local gun store and ensure you have the correct loads for shooting bear.

Be prepared for the environment. If you find yourself in a tight spot with a bear and need to make a hasty exit, the last thing you want to happen is that you trip or get snagged on something. Make sure you have sturdy well tracked footwear – hunting boots preferably and wear clothing that will not get easily caught in bushes or brambles.

Try to find a buddy to hunt with. Hunting such large animals is not a good idea to do on your own. Its best to have someone else hunt with you. This is particularly true if you are new to the sport. If you don’t have someone obvious you can team up with then get in touch with your local hunting club or arrange a bear hunting vacation with other like minded individuals.

By: David G Johnston

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PursueTheOutdoors asked:

This Oregon bear hunt features PTO field staff member Wil Askew and friend Rob Kaiser, who along with their guide took 3 bears in 1 day. The full hunt, and other exciting bear hunts, will be included in the upcoming Northwest Bear Hunting DVD, available soon at PursueTheOutdoors.com. Edited by Wil Askew.

bigbearguide asked:

Young kids on Bear Hunting Action.

z3r0skill asked:

Hunting some bears with the G4TE guys. Good times..

lionhunterburgess asked:

Hunting bears with dogs in Utah

Bear baiting is the process of setting up feeding stations for bears in the wilderness to harvest them during a hunt. Basically a hunter will setup a location with food that will attract and be eaten by a bear. Since bears will return to feed at the same location if food is always present this is an excellent way to get a bear. All a hunter needs to do is check their bait stations and wait to see action from a bear and bear tracks. Then, the hunter will arrange a date to await the bear and harvest it.

Bear baiting isn’t legal is all of the US states; in fact many have certain restrictions and laws related to them. This is due to the fact that it’s a very easy way to harvest a bear and over use and abuse can really decimate a the population. Be smart and check all county and state laws regarding bear baiting before you find yourself on the wrong side of the law.

Remember, a successful bear baiting station should be near water; less then a mile. Because bears need to intake liquids shortly after they eat. You also don’t want to attempt to harvest the bear on the first hit. You need to let the bear get comfortable coming to the bait station. If it catches your scent while still iffy on a bait station it may not return or become a nocturnal feeder.

Always make sure to clean up your bait station area when you’re finished. Don’t let food rot or go bad in the bait station as this will deter a bear from returning. Make sure you use only what’s allowed by law as bait. Some bait suggestions are pastries, junk food, table scrapes, meat and fish. However, don’t mix it all together; you’re utilizing some for taste and some for smell for attraction.

If you’re ready to learn more about bear baiting or bear hunting in general than continue to the links below and join other hunters on the internet.

By: Noah Riddle

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Bearing is a great experience any hunter would enjoy; however, unless you can actually locate a bear you won’t enjoy that experience to the max. Some people use bear bait stations as a way to catch a bear; however, this removes a lot of the fun and is also illegal in many different states. So, you’ll need to learn and track a bear and this article will explain the basic art of tracking.

First, you’ll need to understand about the species of bear you’re hunting. We provide an excellent link at the end of this article for you to learn more about the different types of bear species. This knowledge will help you understand how a bear travels, forages and lodges. This is a key aspect to know what type of terrain and area specific species of bear can be located.

You’re next step will to be a good book on bear tracks. Amazon is a good location to find such a book. You’ll need to learn the types of tracks a bear will make. Also, learning how to age animal tracks is a key into knowing how long ago a bear was in that area. This knowledge will also allow you to get an idea of the weight and height of a bear by the impression size and depth.

The next thing you’ll want to learn about is the type of things a bear will do in some areas. This includes scratching and biting tress to mark them, tearing up logs in search of food. You also want to learn the smell of bear urine and the way defecation looks. Bears tend to defecate in areas they feel safe and secure. If you locate an area a bear is frequenting to defecate then you’ll know the bear feels safe.

Once you’ve learn all the above basics you should have a pretty good head start on tracking a bear. However, only time and experience will improve you’re tracking skills. You’ll need to learn how to properly cover your scent and properly hide when you locate a bear and continue to stalk it. If you’re ready to learn more about bear hunting then check out the links below; as mentioned above this is where you can learn more about the different species of bears.

By: Noah Riddle

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hunter0055 asked:

A few clips from last years bear season. No harvesting of any bears in this video just footage.

BigBoarOutfitters asked:

Take a look at some of the big bears we harvest here at Big Boar Outfitting. All bears are taken in fair chase, spot and stalk methods.

lionhunterburgess asked:

Hunting bears with dogs in Utah