Putting a bear to bed

[JeffRaines]

So, an hour ago I spotted a AWESOME cinnamon bear. Way down in a steep canyon. I’m solo, not wanting to risk injury on a 3am pack out I decided to back out and be back at first light.

Will it be nearby? It was unaware of my presence. Good wind.

[cbond3318]

Yes. But don’t be surprised if you don’t see him until the same time tommorrow! 

[JeffRaines]

Man I hope that’s not the case! Him or one of his buddies better be at that spot at first light!

[Jonathan_S]

Morning bear hunting is pretty hit or miss. Less patternable IME.

[teanawayslayer]

Morning bear hunting is pretty hit or miss. Less patternable IME.

[huntnnw]

Bears can wander, I cant count how many bears I have seen 1 day in places to never see again the following day.

[huntingaddiction]

If he has a goo d food source that will hold him there you might find him.

[Fl0und3rz]

Good luck.

[Rob]

If he has a goo d food source that will hold him there you might find him.

This would be my assumption as well.  I am no pro, but bears tend to follow their stomachs from what I understand.

[nwwanderer]

Pay attention, it could easily be where you were trying to figure you out.  Have watched them trail people, their curiosity is epic.

[JeffRaines]

It was a no go this morning. The windstorm that blew in had the wind going a different direction every time it blew so 🤷🏻‍♂️

[bearpaw]

It was a no go this morning. The windstorm that blew in had the wind going a different direction every time it blew so 🤷🏻‍♂️

If there are loads of ripe berries there is a good chance that the same bear or a different bear will show up again. If there really aren't many ripe berries there then there is a good chance he was just passing through looking for his next meal. Good luck!