Thanks again for the info AK NIMROD. I will definately keep you posted on my results. I do have a good set of raingear to bring along. Although I wasn't aware of the law about not shooting from the boat, I wouldn't have done that anyway. It's like road hunting here, it's illegal, but even if it wasn't there's not really any sport in it. Thanks for the reminder. I am really looking forward to the trip up north. Just being able to experience the sights and the hunt itself will make the trip a success. Taking a bear is just icing on the cake. Thanks