Black Bear Over Bait

[BigCam47]

Hi all,

Recently drew a black bear tag and was wondering about caliber recommendations / general insight for hunting over bait. I anticipate shots would be inside 100 yards so was thinking about using a 450bm with 250g Barnes tsx. Would clothing choice be similar to whitetail scent control items? This will be my first ever Bear hunt so I’m super excited. Just want to make sure I put myself in the best possible scenario for success!

TIA

 

[406RoadToad]

If it works on a deer it’ll work on a black bear! As for scent control, you’re just going to have to play the wind. They can smell better than any other animal out there. If you’re hunting over bait I’d be more concerned about finding a good location than caliber or scent control. Good luck!