| comes to hunting there is little that comes close to | | | | you for several reasons. You need to be able to |
| the sheer excitement of bear hunting. This is | | | | make a clean kill with any animal so that the creature |
| particularly true in North America where there are | | | | does not suffer. A large animal such as a bear will |
| few, if any, more dangerous animals to go after. | | | | need to be hunted with a rifle. Don't even consider |
| Bear hunting can be a major thrill for most hunters | | | | the use of a bow or a shotgun. A good rifle will be at |
| but this excitement comes partially from the dangers | | | | least 30 calibre. Talk to your local gun store and |
| associated with this particular sport. | | | | ensure you have the correct loads for shooting bear. |
| Typical bear hunting breeds are the brown bear, | | | | Be prepared for the environment. If you find yourself |
| grizzly bear,and black bear and there are many areas | | | | in a tight spot with a bear and need to make a hasty |
| in North America where such breeds can be legally | | | | exit, the last thing you want to happen is that you |
| hunted. Before you head off on your bear hunting | | | | trip or get snagged on something. Make sure you |
| trip, here are some basic guidelines and advice to help | | | | have sturdy well tracked footwear - hunting boots |
| make the experience more enjoyable and less risky. | | | | preferably and wear clothing that will not get easily |
| First, make sure you are on the right side of the law. | | | | caught in bushes or brambles. |
| Check the local state regulations for where you are | | | | Try to find a buddy to hunt with. Hunting such large |
| planning to hunt and make sure you have the correct | | | | animals is not a good idea to do on your own. Its |
| hunting permits or licences. You also need to make | | | | best to have someone else hunt with you. This is |
| sure that the season is right for the bear you are | | | | particularly true if you are new to the sport. If you |
| after. Additionally, some states have regulations on | | | | don't have someone obvious you can team up with |
| the number of bears that can be shot in any time | | | | then get in touch with your local hunting club or |
| period so ensure you find out all this information | | | | arrange a bear hunting vacation with other like |
| before you go. | | | | minded individuals. |
| Next, you will need to have the right equipment with | | | | |