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Title: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 07:38:33 PM
What says you?

I want to purchase a Cold Steel ASSEGAI short spear, or a Cold Steel boar spear.

Inform the uninformed please.
Id like to get into a good wrestling match with a bear, then spear it in the heart like a spartan, Then make a great rug out of him.

Jon West Red Salmon Commercial (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXzgn2g_W-A#)


Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: blacktailcody on February 05, 2013, 07:39:59 PM
Don't know but have fun. :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :bdid:
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 07:41:44 PM
Don't know but have fun. :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :bdid:
I like to live on the edge! of a spear!
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Lcl 66 Tinner on February 05, 2013, 07:42:08 PM
I think in the Midwest you can, dont know which state though
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: trophyhunt on February 05, 2013, 07:43:54 PM
Hmm, I'll be watching this one....
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 07:44:39 PM
I think in the Midwest you can, dont know which state though
I know, Ive watched a few videos on youtube of bear and deer hunting with spear.
They were all from tree stands though :(
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 07:45:09 PM
Hmm, I'll be watching this one....
Oh, if it happens, You better believe Ill have it on film.
Otherwise no one will believe me!
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: D-Rock425 on February 05, 2013, 07:47:18 PM
You better stick to fishing smossy.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 07:52:37 PM
You better stick to fishing smossy.
But, but, Fish are soo boring :(
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: deerhunter_98520 on February 05, 2013, 07:53:42 PM
Call the wdfw and ask...never heard of anyone doin it in washington
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Holg3107 on February 05, 2013, 07:57:18 PM
It's illegal in WA state. Read the regs, it's spelled out pretty clear there in the legal means of harvest/weapons restrictions section. Start with you now smossy, perfect that first.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 07:58:15 PM
Call the wdfw and ask...never heard of anyone doin it in washington
Its more fun, and educational to just spit it out on here. I love the arguments.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Kc_Kracker on February 05, 2013, 07:58:55 PM
please have your wife upload the carnage afterwards, and just know, you will be missed, i will defend you to all the hacks that call you not so bright after you die  :tup:
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Bob33 on February 05, 2013, 07:59:15 PM
Smossy the question was answered in your other thread.

http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,117392.msg1546656.html#msg1546656 (http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,117392.msg1546656.html#msg1546656)
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 07:59:19 PM
It's illegal in WA state. Read the regs, it's spelled out pretty clear there in the legal means of harvest/weapons restrictions section. Start with you now smossy, perfect that first.
Reading every word in the regs is like reading the bible, theres way too much FINE print. I only want to read what my tasks are related to. Not that Im lazy, its just easier to ask you guys! or girls?
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 07:59:41 PM
Smossy the question was answered in your other thread.

http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,117392.msg1546656.html#msg1546656 (http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,117392.msg1546656.html#msg1546656)
About bears????? O_o
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:00:13 PM
Blah this state is so lame sometimes. Cant do nothing dangerous. Jeesh.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:01:06 PM
please have your wife upload the carnage afterwards, and just know, you will be missed, i will defend you to all the hacks that call you not so bright after you die  :tup:
I asked her she says "Have my babies first then you can wrestle with bears"
I took that as a challenge!
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Bob33 on February 05, 2013, 08:02:03 PM
Smossy the question was answered in your other thread.

http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,117392.msg1546656.html#msg1546656 (http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,117392.msg1546656.html#msg1546656)
About bears????? O_o
Bears are game animals.

(3) It is unlawful to hunt game birds or game animals, except bullfrogs, in a manner other than with a firearm, a bow and arrow, or by falconry, except in those designated areas where crossbows are allowed.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:03:35 PM
Smossy the question was answered in your other thread.

http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,117392.msg1546656.html#msg1546656 (http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,117392.msg1546656.html#msg1546656)
About bears????? O_o
Bears are game animals.

(3) It is unlawful to hunt game birds or game animals, except bullfrogs, in a manner other than with a firearm, a bow and arrow, or by falconry, except in those designated areas where crossbows are allowed.
Yeah I seen it, You better believe I clicked your link! The mods never leave me astray, Specialy you bob!
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Kc_Kracker on February 05, 2013, 08:04:18 PM
please have your wife upload the carnage afterwards, and just know, you will be missed, i will defend you to all the hacks that call you not so bright after you die  :tup:
I asked her she says "Have my babies first then you can wrestle with bears"
I took that as a challenge!
there ya go, sounds like a fun prerequisite for the match  :tup:
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:04:52 PM
please have your wife upload the carnage afterwards, and just know, you will be missed, i will defend you to all the hacks that call you not so bright after you die  :tup:
I asked her she says "Have my babies first then you can wrestle with bears"
I took that as a challenge!
there ya go, sounds like a fun prerequisite for the match  :tup:
But bob says I cant spear a bear in the heart like a spartan :( Ruined my whole day.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: bobcat on February 05, 2013, 08:06:04 PM
Just say you weren't hunting with the spear. You were just going for a walk and the bear attacked. Luckily you had a spear to defend yourself.

Same excuse I think my brother was going to use if he got caught shooting grouse with a slingshot.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Bob33 on February 05, 2013, 08:07:01 PM
please have your wife upload the carnage afterwards, and just know, you will be missed, i will defend you to all the hacks that call you not so bright after you die  :tup:
I asked her she says "Have my babies first then you can wrestle with bears"
I took that as a challenge!
there ya go, sounds like a fun prerequisite for the match  :tup:
But bob says I cant spear a bear in the heart like a spartan :( Ruined my whole day.
I didn't say you couldn't; I just said it was not legal. ;)
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on February 05, 2013, 08:07:16 PM
Some times it's best to read the regs before asking questions, if not found then ask.

The regs at times can be confusing.  :twocents:
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: washelkhunter on February 05, 2013, 08:07:29 PM
If you petition WDFW you may get an exemption to hunt with a spear. Its not like some states dont allow it. There is precedent out there. I would like to try and hunt with an atlatl. Good luck.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:08:47 PM
Just say you weren't hunting with the spear. You were just going for a walk and the bear attacked. Luckily you had a spear to defend yourself.

Same excuse I think my brother was going to use if he got caught shooting grouse with a slingshot.


ROFL YEAH luckily I just had an 89 Inch spear on hand to defend myself against random wildlife, hahahahaa
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:09:31 PM
Some times it's best to read the regs before asking questions, if not found then ask.

The regs at times can be confusing.  :twocents:
Why? When I can just type it and have 25 posts on the topic?
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:10:21 PM
If you petition WDFW you may get an exemption to hunt with a spear. Its not like some states dont allow it. There is precedent out there. I would like to try and hunt with an atlatl. Good luck.
In my opinion thats one of the best inventions old bushmen ever came up with, I ABSOLUTELY love the atlatl. Ive actually built one personally and had a blast with it.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Kc_Kracker on February 05, 2013, 08:12:12 PM
just say your native, then you can spear it with a fork if you wish, remember this is Washington  :chuckle:
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:12:42 PM
Some times it's best to read the regs before asking questions, if not found then ask.

The regs at times can be confusing.  :twocents:
Plus, I like to keep it interesting, Keep people laughing at my expense :)
Everyones too serious sometimes on here. Im here to lighten everyone up!
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:13:32 PM
just say your native, then you can spear it with a fork if you wish, remember this is Washington  :chuckle:
Oh right, I can spear it with a harpoon, then blast it with a .50 cal to put it out of its misery!
Oh wait or is that whales? Hmm whale/bear, Tomato, Tamato!
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Kc_Kracker on February 05, 2013, 08:14:49 PM

Everyones too serious sometimes on here. Im here to lighten everyone up!
good luck with that  :sry:
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Hawgdawg on February 05, 2013, 08:15:24 PM
Smossy the question was answered in your other thread.

http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,117392.msg1546656.html#msg1546656 (http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,117392.msg1546656.html#msg1546656)
About bears????? O_o


then why can you leave the meat to the yotes? Not a game violation to let it lay.
Bears are game animals.

(3) It is unlawful to hunt game birds or game animals, except bullfrogs, in a manner other than with a firearm, a bow and arrow, or by falconry, except in those designated areas where crossbows are allowed.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on February 05, 2013, 08:15:35 PM
Just say you weren't hunting with the spear. You were just going for a walk and the bear attacked. Luckily you had a spear to defend yourself.

Same excuse I think my brother was going to use if he got caught shooting grouse with a slingshot.

Don't laugh to hard, a North Cascades National Park summer worker of the male type called in once on the trail asking for help because a grouse was attacking his head when he tried to walk bye it!  :yike:

Oh I loved all the stories from there when my wife was a park ranger.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: JimmyHoffa on February 05, 2013, 08:16:40 PM
I think you can.  You just have to use a really big 'arrow' to spear the bear.  It has to have the minimum weight and cutting edge.  I would say you probably need a bow with you that has min draw weight/etc.  Then just spear it with your 'arrow'.  I don't know that it says the 'arrow' actually has to be shot from the bow. ;)
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Gobble Doc on February 05, 2013, 08:16:49 PM
If a bear why not squatch?
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:17:16 PM
Just say you weren't hunting with the spear. You were just going for a walk and the bear attacked. Luckily you had a spear to defend yourself.

Same excuse I think my brother was going to use if he got caught shooting grouse with a slingshot.

Don't laugh to hard, a North Cascades National Park summer worker of the male type called in once on the trail asking for help because a grouse was attacking his head when he tried to walk bye it!  :yike:

Oh I loved all the stories from there when my wife was a park ranger.
I woulda thrown my 89 inch spear at it saying it was in self defense!
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Bob33 on February 05, 2013, 08:18:32 PM
"No your honor, it is not a spear. It is a specially designed magnum broadhead."
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:18:57 PM
I think you can.  You just have to use a really big 'arrow' to spear the bear.  It has to have the minimum weight and cutting edge.  I would say you probably need a bow with you that has min draw weight/etc.  Then just spear it with your 'arrow'.  I don't know that it says the 'arrow' actually has to be shot from the bow. ;)
Man, that bow would have to the size of a trebuchet to launch a spear that big lol!

Wait, is there size requirements for bows????????????? Hmmm
SUMMMER PROJECT
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: bigtex on February 05, 2013, 08:19:34 PM
Like others have said, it is illegal in WA. Several years ago someone posted a youtube video of them doing it in Pierce County. Didn't end up well for them...
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:19:43 PM
If a bear why not squatch?

I have bad eyes, Hes already blurry and fuzzy almost invisible according to everyones pictures/video footage. Id never see him!
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:20:13 PM
"No your honor, it is not a spear. It is a specially designed magnum broadhead."
Lmao. Only an 18 inch long broadhead, you know... No biggy.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: JimmyHoffa on February 05, 2013, 08:20:35 PM
I think you can.  You just have to use a really big 'arrow' to spear the bear.  It has to have the minimum weight and cutting edge.  I would say you probably need a bow with you that has min draw weight/etc.  Then just spear it with your 'arrow'.  I don't know that it says the 'arrow' actually has to be shot from the bow. ;)
Man, that bow would have to the size of a trebuchet to launch a spear that big lol!

Wait, is there size requirements for bows????????????? Hmmm
SUMMMER PROJECT
For crossbows >:( , but not other bows.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:21:07 PM
Like others have said, it is illegal in WA. Several years ago someone posted a youtube video of them doing it in Pierce County. Didn't end up well for them...
Weve established that, I would never imagine to do something as far as breaking the law of something Im trying to turn into a lifestyle. I can still dream though! Just like as americans we dream to be free, But never truly are ;)
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:22:28 PM
I think you can.  You just have to use a really big 'arrow' to spear the bear.  It has to have the minimum weight and cutting edge.  I would say you probably need a bow with you that has min draw weight/etc.  Then just spear it with your 'arrow'.  I don't know that it says the 'arrow' actually has to be shot from the bow. ;)
Man, that bow would have to the size of a trebuchet to launch a spear that big lol!

Wait, is there size requirements for bows????????????? Hmmm
SUMMMER PROJECT
For crossbows >:( , but not other bows.
Its final, Im building a trebuchet to launch my 8 foot long.....arrow, with an 18 inch long, 4 inch wide "broadhead".. .


Oh yes, I can see it now.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Bob33 on February 05, 2013, 08:27:12 PM
 .
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:31:25 PM
Expect to see this soon enough!


Now... To find a worthy opponent!
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:31:44 PM
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lol Holy crap.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:45:28 PM
How does bear taste? I hear only 20% of the meat is usable anyways.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:46:10 PM
IT shoulda stayed under campfire, Now people are going to take me literally lol.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: KFhunter on February 05, 2013, 08:55:05 PM
Clicking a Smossy thread is like a box of chocolates, you never know what your gonna get.




Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:56:53 PM
 
Clicking a Smossy thread is like a box of chocolates, you never know what your gonna get.








 :tup:
Its what Im here for!
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: 6x6in6 on February 05, 2013, 08:57:52 PM
Clicking a Smossy thread is like a box of chocolates, you never know what your gonna get.
:chuckle:
The road map on the lid of the chocolate box is never correct.
 :chuckle:
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:59:30 PM
Clicking a Smossy thread is like a box of chocolates, you never know what your gonna get.
:chuckle:
The road map on the lid of the chocolate box is never correct.
 :chuckle:


LOL
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 08:59:41 PM
THAT WASNT A CHERRY!
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: uplandhunter870 on February 05, 2013, 09:00:04 PM
I love bear meat and eat all of the animal that's not guts hide sinew or fat. Not sure who told you only 20% is good. If you want to believe them give the other 80% to me haha.

I gotta hand it to ya smossy I think you're a good dude had you're issues in the past as you've said but if the state lets you try and spear a bear and you try and the bear wins rest assured ill tell everyone you had cajones made of steel the size of coconuts  :chuckle:  but seriously take your lady up on her request in the mean time practice makes perfect
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: huntnnw on February 05, 2013, 09:05:14 PM
The quinalt Rez may let you
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 09:08:45 PM
I love bear meat and eat all of the animal that's not guts hide sinew or fat. Not sure who told you only 20% is good. If you want to believe them give the other 80% to me haha.

I gotta hand it to ya smossy I think you're a good dude had you're issues in the past as you've said but if the state lets you try and spear a bear and you try and the bear wins rest assured ill tell everyone you had cajones made of steel the size of coconuts  :chuckle:  but seriously take your lady up on her request in the mean time practice makes perfect
Its just what I've read on some places, Like I said the internet is so full of contradicting information that I don't even like to look some stuff up anymore.
Lol My girl always wants babies! I tell her not until I'm established enough in life to be comfortable. I don't want to raise no kids in a bad environment.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 09:09:15 PM
The quinalt Rez may let you
Even if Im not native?
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on February 05, 2013, 09:11:16 PM
Smart choice, don't bring in kids in this world before you can provide comfortably or them.  :tup:
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 09:13:45 PM
Smart choice, don't bring in kids in this world before you can provide comfortably or them.  :tup:
NEVER would imagine to. I dont want my kids growing up the way I did.
With virtually no parents no family or anyone to direct you.
I basicly had to teach myself EVERYTHING. Made it rough.
HIGH FIVE for all the good parents on here. You get my vote.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 09:14:55 PM
I love bear meat and eat all of the animal that's not guts hide sinew or fat. Not sure who told you only 20% is good. If you want to believe them give the other 80% to me haha.

I gotta hand it to ya smossy I think you're a good dude had you're issues in the past as you've said but if the state lets you try and spear a bear and you try and the bear wins rest assured ill tell everyone you had cajones made of steel the size of coconuts  :chuckle:  but seriously take your lady up on her request in the mean time practice makes perfect
Btw thanks for the positive comment, I love it when people can notice change "not like you knew me 5-6 years ago" but Thats why I share my stories, Which so many people hate :)
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Kc_Kracker on February 05, 2013, 09:24:08 PM
Lmao. Only an 18 inch long broadhead, you know... No biggy.
me thinks smossy been drinkin tonight  :chuckle:
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 09:30:59 PM
Lmao. Only an 18 inch long broadhead, you know... No biggy.
me thinks smossy been drinkin tonight  :chuckle:
Only 2 beers. 22oz beers  that is.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Cap.Silver on February 05, 2013, 09:37:25 PM
Call Letty Potter - she is Quinault tribe member - she is the only woman fishing guide I know ......... ask her is she can find help you to get bear with spear .......... you never know .  :tup: :tup:
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 09:40:01 PM
Call Letty Potter - she is Quinault tribe member - she is the only woman fishing guide I know ......... ask her is she can find help you to get bear with spear .......... you never know .  :tup: :tup:

IF I could legally do it, I absolutely ABSOLUTELY would try it. I like to push the limits.
I like the excitement of "not being completely safe". It makes life interesting.
Death is just one thing thats GUARANTEED, along with taxes lol. Why not go out wrestling a bear. Or wingsuit flying from a 10,400 foot cliff in norway. "Which I will be doing in 2018"
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: KFhunter on February 05, 2013, 09:42:31 PM
get one with a bow first

and don't use WASP broadheads, I hear the bear run off with those in them
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 09:49:05 PM
get one with a bow first

and don't use WASP broadheads, I hear the bear run off with those in them
Ill get EVERYTHING with my bow first. I cant WAIT. Thats why Im so excited to have so many great individuals offering to let me tag along with them next season or even willing to show me theyre hott spots for large game!

Im thinking this year may be successfull being I choose the right group to go out with.
I just want to learn everything I can really, Im not TOO concerned about getting one this year but If I do man, I couldnt thank everyone on here enough.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: ouchfoss on February 05, 2013, 10:40:02 PM
Several years ago (early 90s I believe) a good friend of my dad's talked to the WDFW about spearing big game and they gave him the OK to do it so long as it was used during archery season with an archery tag. I believe they used a different state's hardware requirements like broadhead size and spear weight and length as their guidelines to follow.
No idea whatever happened with him actually getting something or not, its been a long time since we last talked to him. Wouldn't surprise me if he got a bear with one though, that guy was crazy about getting up close to bears and successfully sticking them with his recurve.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Heredoggydoggy on February 05, 2013, 11:17:30 PM
Back in the late 60'sor early 70's I met a guy that hunted bears with a spear.  Said he made his own spears from car springs, and waked the paths in berry fields lookig for bears that were on the paths below him.  He carried a .44 Magnum revolver as a backup.  I think it's prohibited now, because on pg. 76 of the game regs it says you can only use a firearm, bow and arrow, or falconry to hunt game birds or animals.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 05, 2013, 11:20:13 PM
Sounds like Im not the only person to come up with the crazy Idea. Sad that Its no longer an option. Oh wells. Fear my bow yogi.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Becky on February 07, 2013, 09:44:34 AM
I love bear meat and eat all of the animal that's not guts hide sinew or fat. Not sure who told you only 20% is good. If you want to believe them give the other 80% to me haha.

I gotta hand it to ya smossy I think you're a good dude had you're issues in the past as you've said but if the state lets you try and spear a bear and you try and the bear wins rest assured ill tell everyone you had cajones made of steel the size of coconuts  :chuckle:  but seriously take your lady up on her request in the mean time practice makes perfect
Its just what I've read on some places, Like I said the internet is so full of contradicting information that I don't even like to look some stuff up anymore.
Lol My girl always wants babies! I tell her not until I'm established enough in life to be comfortable. I don't want to raise no kids in a bad environment.

LOL I do NOT want them now! Boy you be crazy ;) ... I only said "I'm not ready for you to leave me, we need a house and babies THEN you can be a dummy and go fight bears ;) " haha.. - I'm up for practice though.

I think it'd be interesting to see if you could get any type of game animal approved to hunt via spear. Something to look into. Very intimate way to take your animal.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: jackmaster on February 08, 2013, 07:03:36 AM
Like others have said, it is illegal in WA. Several years ago someone posted a youtube video of them doing it in Pierce County. Didn't end up well for them...
please enlighten us bigtex, can you elaborate on this spearing that took place? i would like to hear more about it, hey smossy, i am right there with ya on the spearing thing, if you do a search you can see other threads that i have started about spearing a bear. i would love to do the same thing. back when baiting was legal, i got so close to bears all the time that i could see the moisture inside the nostrals of the bear, it was fun just to watch them, i had already killed a few bear and there is only so much a guy can do with the hide on a bear, i dont see the point in just throwing the hide away so i dont really hunt them anymore, and the meat is actually really good, especially if you kill a young one, and if you ever get to use a spear legally let me know, i know a guy that would do a damn fine job at videoing the hunt for ya :tup: and one more thing to keep in mind, when you get that close to your quarry your adrenaline will do some amazing things and not always for the best :tup:
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: boneaddict on February 08, 2013, 07:08:22 AM
It was legal in New Mexico at one time not too many moons ago, might still be.  I had a prof that went elk hunting down there with a spear.   
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: arees on February 08, 2013, 07:42:52 AM
I met a guy from Montana that found a flint spear point.  He intended to build a spear to go with it and hunt a cougar, presumably treed by dogs.  It sounded like a fun adventure.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: JLS on February 08, 2013, 08:09:59 AM
Spears are illegal in MT too.  Not a lawful means of take.
Title: Re: Wonder If WA state will let me spear hunt a bear.
Post by: Smossy on February 08, 2013, 04:33:24 PM
Like others have said, it is illegal in WA. Several years ago someone posted a youtube video of them doing it in Pierce County. Didn't end up well for them...
please enlighten us bigtex, can you elaborate on this spearing that took place? i would like to hear more about it, hey smossy, i am right there with ya on the spearing thing, if you do a search you can see other threads that i have started about spearing a bear. i would love to do the same thing. back when baiting was legal, i got so close to bears all the time that i could see the moisture inside the nostrals of the bear, it was fun just to watch them, i had already killed a few bear and there is only so much a guy can do with the hide on a bear, i dont see the point in just throwing the hide away so i dont really hunt them anymore, and the meat is actually really good, especially if you kill a young one, and if you ever get to use a spear legally let me know, i know a guy that would do a damn fine job at videoing the hunt for ya :tup: and one more thing to keep in mind, when you get that close to your quarry your adrenaline will do some amazing things and not always for the best :tup:
Cool man If i ever get the opportunity to legally take one that way, your in! That way If I get mutilated and eatin atleast someone will know what not to do next time lol.
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