No , they are not the same , the spring bear pass , $100, only allows access during the spring bear season and it does not allow you any wood cutting , shed colecting or anything else except spring bear hunting . The year pass , $375 last I checked , allows 5 cord of wood and hunting . It also puts you in for the elk drawing . With both passes you can not take a partner unless they have a pass as well . Your spouce or children 18 and under can go with you on your pass . If you don't live close and don't have alot of time it's a tough hunt .