I know this is not a very popular approach, but the main objective is to reduce bear encounters. We will never end them ...

Aquatic stalking is a hunting technique used by polar bears to catch seals. Unlike the traditional method of waiting by breathing holes in the ice, aquatic stalking involves the bear swimming ...

Spring bear hunting is available in several U.S. states, Canadian provinces and select Maine tribal lands. Credit: Cheryl Senter / AP Maine hasn’t had a spring bear hunting season since the early ...

Applications for the 2026 black bear and spring turkey hunting seasons are due by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 10 The drawing for 2026 black bear harvest authorizations will occur in February. Turkey ...

The author with a New Brunswick bear harvested with a muzzleloader. Credit: Courtesy of Al Raychard The mid-1970s were carefree years for me. I was young, in my prime, had no obligations and worked a ...

A coalition of animal rights and environmental organizations in Oregon is mounting opposition to spring bear hunting in the Beaver State—and the groups say they want to see the two month-long hunting ...

Tom Beilke of Manitowoc went on a spring bear hunt in Saskatchewan, Canada, with two of his hunting companions. This guided hunt was May 27-31 and about one hour north of Hudson Bay. Beilke, a ...

Hunting seasons for black bear and wild turkey have opened in Northwest Montana. The last day for black bears is June 15. Some of the top bear-producing Management Units in the state are 100, 101, 103 ...