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bear hunting questions
« on: September 10, 2008, 10:39:57 AM »
I'm fairly new to the bear huntin' thing and need some advise
I found an area with large concetrations of bear and the area is very thick with trees and undercover. How can I hunt this area? No clear cuts or open areas to speak of.
I just walk the FS roads and logging roads, is this the best/only way?
Thanks in advance

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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #1 on: September 10, 2008, 01:26:43 PM »
I would set up cross or down wind and predator call this area.  Very effective if you have smokin hot bear sign.
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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #2 on: September 10, 2008, 02:00:13 PM »
It sound like a good area to still hunt and predator call when you locate the bears.
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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #3 on: September 10, 2008, 02:15:13 PM »
i agree with machias

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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #4 on: September 10, 2008, 08:33:45 PM »
I think you should take me there to figure out the best approach.   When I get it all figured out, I will then teach you.
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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #5 on: September 10, 2008, 08:34:27 PM »
I agree with the calling advice. I have called in several bears. It can be done. Give it a try- it is very exciting! Brian.

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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #6 on: September 11, 2008, 08:59:43 AM »
Thanks all
I will try a predator call, which would be best?
« Last Edit: September 11, 2008, 11:27:39 AM by pjb3 »

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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #7 on: September 11, 2008, 09:43:32 AM »
I would look for a long stretch in a forest service road that has alot of bear activity. Do some calling, if there is any elderberries left along the road focus on them. That seems to be what the bears are focussing on now.
If you shoot the first one you will never get that true trophy.

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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #8 on: September 11, 2008, 11:28:56 AM »
What if I call in a bear on the ground and its not a shooter or with cubs, could be dangerous??????

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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #9 on: September 11, 2008, 11:32:57 AM »
if a situation becomes dangerous :Prous, you've got a gun.  i dunno how much bear spray is costing these days cuz it would suck to have to shoot a mothering sow in self defence.  have you looked at using a treestand?
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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #10 on: September 11, 2008, 07:20:16 PM »
Thought about a stand but think I'm just gonna stay on the ground adn give that a shot.
Will let all know how I did if I go this weekned

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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #11 on: September 11, 2008, 07:48:54 PM »
Here is a link to some bear calling info.

http://hunting-washington.com/calling-bears.htm

Good luck.




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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #12 on: September 29, 2008, 02:09:34 PM »
I'm getting fustrated, still can't get on one. Sign everywhere but to no avail.
Anyone want to go to my area and help?

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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #13 on: September 29, 2008, 02:24:18 PM »
I'm getting fustrated, still can't get on one. Sign everywhere but to no avail.
Anyone want to go to my area and help?
I feel your pain!  Have only seen one this season and it was 800+ yards away in the fog.
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Re: bear hunting questions
« Reply #14 on: September 30, 2008, 09:56:56 AM »
Whats the general area you are going?

 


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