Bear Hunts

Matchbook454 · 05-14-2006, 12:30 PM

Which states have the best bear hunting (Black Bear) and are the easiest to get tags for? I would like to hunt in the spring but fall would be ok too. Not looking to run hounds. Just Bow hunt over bait or spot and stalk. I am trying to keep my $$ in the U.S. and am on a budget, otherwise I would go to Canada and consider it in the future but for now would like to stay in the U.S.

hardcorehunter · 05-14-2006, 02:24 PM

All of my bear hunts have been in Canada or MN. Three times Canada two times MN. Where do you live? That makes a big difference IMO as I want my wheels with me.

northernsask · 05-14-2006, 07:55 PM

I'm not sure what the price is for hunts in the States but our hunts our 2000-2500, and this includes excellent walleye and pike fishing.

Matchbook454 · 05-14-2006, 09:12 PM

I live in IL so Sask. is a LONG drive so I would have to fly. Add that to a 2000-2500 dollar hunt and you're looking at someting closer to 3000. Northernsask, do you have a website? Not against Canada (Probably best for bears) but like I said earlier I'm on a tight budget right now.

northernsask · 05-15-2006, 07:50 AM

The two camps that I guide for are pickerelbaycabins.com and hunterbaylodge.com

Lefty26 · 05-15-2006, 08:08 AM

I would check out Maine, good bear population, and over the counter tags. I have seen hunts from $700-$2500, you can probaly find a real solid hunt in the middle foraround $1500 or so.

KodiakArcher · 05-15-2006, 10:44 AM

You can do a great self outfitted spot and stalk hunt here in AK for way less than $1000. PM me and I'll point you in the right direction if you're interested.