I've hunted for a long time, but have never taken a bear. (by choice) Well, this year, I think I'm going buy a tag to use during elk season. Bear populations are WAY up here in Colorado. I have several game cookbooks each of which has a couple of bear recipes. It almost seems they are in there as an afterthought. All are similar. There are a few versions of 2 simple themes: Roasts and stews. Are any of you real bear fanatics, and if so, what are your favorite ways to prepare it? I don't need complete recipes, just some basic ideas.

Thanks!

PS. An aquaintance gave me some bear sausage last year which was a little over-salted but otherwise, quite good. It was very firm, almost like pepperoni. Does all bear sausage turn out like this?