I've been on about 15 Bear Bowhunts.
Took 1 18 12/16" inMn. many years ago& a 19" in Quebec. I hunted Ontario 5 times & MISSED 2 Bears with NO sighting the other 3 times.
7 other DIY Bowhunts in Mn./Ws. Passed 7 small bears & saw nothing twice on those hunts.
I know Mn. is draw (& fall) but I have SEEN more Bears there than any other place I have hunted for Black Bears. Guided OR DIY. Good Luck...
What about your own state or another western state-closer I would think.
Good Luck..It is a thrill when one finally comes in to a bait.
Never hound hunted them but I think that is available in some western states.
