| Bears are the largest and most dangerous type of | | | | novice hunter you might want to consider using a |
| game you can legally hunt in the United States. | | | | guide or outfitter for your first few bear hunts to |
| However, you'll need to check with state bear | | | | gain some knowledge. Remember, stalking a bear can |
| hunting laws to make sure bear hunting is legal in | | | | result in the bear back tracking and stalking you! A |
| your area. If bear hunting isn't legal in your state you | | | | bear can also run faster than a human and climb a |
| can simply hunt bears in another state. Bear hunting is | | | | tree better than a human. When you go out on your |
| a thrilling and challenging experience that will test both | | | | first hunt you must remember that you're not the |
| a hunter's nerve and patience. | | | | only one who might be doing the hunt; the bear |
| You'll need to obtain the proper license and permit(s) | | | | might just hunt you! |
| for hunting bears prior to your hunt. This is critical | | | | All and all bear hunting is usually safe, there aren't too |
| considering there are heavy regulations on bear | | | | many bear related deaths each year and some aren't |
| harvests and stiff penalties; which can include jail | | | | even related to hunting. You should still respect a |
| time! So, if you're considering a bear hunt it's crucial | | | | bear and remember that this is a wild animal that is |
| to make sure you legally obtain everything you'll need | | | | much stronger than you and can over power you |
| to hunt a bear in that state. | | | | very easily. Make sure you have all the right hunting |
| It's a good idea that you have some experience | | | | equipment and the right caliber weapon. |
| hunting prior to going on a bear hunt. If you're a | | | | |