Too Close

On the ground in Saskatchewan with traditional archery gear, a bear gets way too close at Bear.

Bear'n A Hole

Two best friends, pouring rain, and a bear in a hole make this New Hampshire bear hunt with hounds as good as it gets.

Going All Trad

The text message was short, simple and to the point “I’m going full traditional this hunting season

Bear Hounds - East & West

Two houndsmen, one from the East and the other West, talk about what they look for in a bear hound.

Brooks Range Wingman

Acting as his wingman, Billy guides and a longtime client & friend to a big interior grizzly in the Brooks Range of Alaska.

The Pros & Cons Of A Multi-species Hound

Defining your goals is key in deciding if you want to run your hound on multiple species.

Western Bear Hunting - There's Just Something Special About Heading West!

In this new column, the author explores the opportunity of heading West for bruins.

Secret Sauce Of Spring Baiting

It’s not rocket science but it’s not as simple as you think. Hear from three veterans on what has worked for them.

Priorities

Raising the next generation of hunters takes a “boots-on-theground” approach. But what’s more important is the values we’re teaching them.

Oregon's Top Spot

A look into the state’s best bear region.

out the re

out the re

sleuth of manitoba bears

sleuth or sloth - a term used to describe a group of bears together

bowhunting bears

most of the bears i have shot have been at less than 20 yards.

Bear Defense For Dummies

On one of the toughest stalks he can remember, Billy guides his client to a giant Alaska Brown Bear.

Tough Running Bears?

If you’ve hunted in more than one location across the country you know bears run different everywhere - but why?

Massachusetts

Considering it’s the third most densely populated state, the fact that they’ve got bears and a hunting season is something to be celebrated.

Bear Biology

Understanding color phase bears.

Finding Canon

An Oklahoma black bear den study takes a few unexpected turns.

Solo in Idaho

A DIY dual-strategy hunt in the Gem State.The author sets baits, but ends up on a bruin via spot-and-stalk.Article & Photos by Brian Strickland.

Kings Of The Spring

Three for three DIY in Prince of Wales, Alaska.

Bear Biology

The Complexity of the Bear Rut.

Newfoundland

Known for the size of its black bear and numbers of moose and caribou, Newfoundland is an often overlooked hunting destination.

Bowhunting Bears - Understand Bear Body Angles

Bears can contort their bodies in ways deer can’t and this confuses new bear hunters. Don’t make a bad shot this spring.

Wisconsin Bear Hunters Association Inc - Report Of A Successful 2017 Convention

I am happy to report the 53rd annual WBHA convention was another successful event.

Western Bear Hunting With Brian Strickland

Interview with Jason Matzinger.

Bear Biology with biologist Wade Nolan

Hear you, smell you, see you.

Fast Action Baits - For Houndsmen & Bait Hunters

In some areas, you have a short time to get your baits working. Here are some strategies for firing them up fast and keeping the bears coming. by Bernie Barringer

sooner booner

“success forged out of difficulty produced in me an appreciation for hunting that neither blood nor money can buy.”

the typical bear hunt with hounds?

every hound hunt is unique and diverse following hounds guarantees to put you in unique situations on a regular basis.

tiger

i’ve been approached about writing a story about one of my best bear dogs. i am not a story writer, but i will take a stab at it.