How to attract and/or hunt black bear without bait or dogs in VA

[Stonewall308]

Any advice?

The area I am going to be in has a fair number of bear. Still, it seems like they are rare enough that I won't be able to just set up a stand and let one walk by.

I am planning on hunting both archery and rifle in those respective seasons. Thanks.

[Schultzy]

Do some predator calling here and there (rabbit In distress type stuff). Put plenty of miles on and get yourself some good bino's. What kind of terrain you hunting?

[AK Jeff]

Get a predator call and the Carlton's video Call'n Bears: They Come To Eat. If your state allows e-callers I'd recommend using one. It helps if the call isn't in your mouth if an angry sow with cubs shows up, or just a sub par bear that you don't want to shoot.

AK Jeff

[Phil from Maine]

I am not sure about down that way but up here they have bear scent that can help you as well. They also sometimes come out to a moose call believe it or not..
Good Luck to you..