I certainly thank everyone who has responded, for all the info. While my first choice is to hunt Maine I am also looking into Idaho just in case. Do to my job I have to put in for vacation in October for next year. Anyone have recomendations for an Idaho bear hunt. I've requested info from Weitas Creek Outfitters. I supose Canada would be an option but I dont know how much of a hassel getting a long gun across the border would be.