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Old 01-23-2006 | 02:37 PM
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MA Jay
 
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Default RE: Maine Baited Bear Hunt

With who did you book? What area? I helped a guide near Machias for a few years and had a lot of fun helping with baits and running dogs.

As far as advice, be as scent free as possible and sit real still. If you are hunting with a gun.. set up at least 50 yards away, if with a bow... let them settle down before trying to draw. Also, don't be afraid to bring a bottle of maple syrup, or save bacon grease the last month or so of the summer to add near the bait you sit. It worked for a few guys in bringing some of the bigger bears who were waiting till after dark in during shooting light.

Bring a fishing pole, as bear hunting over baits leaves you free time during the day. May be the most relaxing hunt you could do.
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