Baiting black bears—if legal where you hunt—can certainly improve your odds. But there's a lot more to it than throwing some old fruit out in front of your stand.
If you're searching for a good DIY bear hunt, head to the West this spring, where several million acres of public land offers hunters unbeatable opportunity. Here are a few tips and tactics to help up your odds of success.
Get on the computer, make some phone calls and start planning your great adventure. Here are five reasons you should book a spring bear hunt this year.