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Bear Hunting

The bear is one of the most popular big game animals for hunting and bear hunting is very dangerous. If you are planning on hunting bear in a certain area, I suggest getting a game guide for the area. They will provide valuable advice and bear hunting hints and tips like for better bear hunting such as bear signs to look for, how to properly bait bears, and where to set up your tree stand for a bear hunt. The most visible sign a bear is living in the area you're hunting is the droppings. Also figure out what bears love to eat like honey and berries, that will improve your chances of spotting a bear when hunting. Make sure the hunting rifle or shotgun you are using is powerful enough to take down a 600 plus pound bear. The last thing you want is a bear attacking you, so keeping your distance and staying hidden are crucial bear hunting tips. As always check the rules and regulations for bear hunting in your area to avoid any hunting penalties.

Safety Tips and Encounters

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  • Never leave food unattended
  • Keep your distance
  • Remain calm and motionless
  • Never feed bears intentionally
  • Pepper spray can slow a bear down
  • If spotted try climbing a tree or running away
  • If a bear attacks don't move and it will leave when it feels unthreatened.
  • Never hike alone
  • Keep bear traps around if you've had trouble in the past.
  • Use common sense

Signs of a Bear

bear hunting tips: identify bear tracks
The most notable signs of bear populations are bear tracks or bear droppings in your hunting zone. Also, examining a bear's foot print by the paw shape and size can help to identify the type of bear in the area. In spring and fall bears dig up tree roots searching for food. Bears often rub and bite trees marking their territory, so keep a lookout for that. Lastly bear trails are easy to identify if you have to duck down to go down the path. Remembering these hunting tips can increase the chances of successfully bagging a bear you can be proud of on your next bear hunting trip.  

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