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Another bear calling question. (wind)
« on: August 06, 2008, 03:49:31 PM »
How important is the wind? Will they always try and "downwind" you? I hunt coyotes a lot and know this to be the most important consideration but what about bears.

Going out with a buddy this weekend to try to call one up but I really don't know much about calling the buggers.

Thanks, sorry if this has been addressed. Seen a lot of calling info but I wanted more specifics on wind.

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Re: Another bear calling question. (wind)
« Reply #1 on: August 06, 2008, 03:55:47 PM »
Well since they can tell what flavor lifesaver is in your pocket from the next zip code, yep the wind is important, however I have had several bears come in without them bring worried about the wind.  But as more and more folks call and spook them, they will start to circle more often.  I still always play the wind and try and call at least cross wise to where I hope they come in from.  Good luck!!!
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Re: Another bear calling question. (wind)
« Reply #2 on: August 06, 2008, 11:50:20 PM »
Fred is right. The only thing predictable about a bear is that they can be unpredictable. We have had them come within yards from the downwind side and we can only assume that they are curious.




 


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