Duane,

I would check with someone from the g&f dept near by where you intend to hunt. most of the time the wardens will have some good advice. its also good to double check the local laws with a warden just to be safe.

a 55 gallon drum and a chain is a good start. also there is a product called "bear bait" its red and looks like a bottle of shampoo, i havent used it personaly but i hear it works quite well as an addition.

also check with the local fastfood places and dinersbecause I know at night at closing time they usally throw away food that they couldnt sell but would work well for bear bait.