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Top 8 States for Black Bear Hunting

Looking to tag a really big bruin? Here are the best states to do so.

5 Great Budget-Friendly Spring Hunts

A year of lockdown has everyone ready to hit the field, but the good news is you don’t have to wait until fall. Here are five hunts you can enjoy this spring without breaking the bank.

Member's Hunt: Of Blueberries and Bears

This latest Member's Hunt comes from Conrado E. Navarro of Cibolo, Texas.

Tips and Tactics for a DIY Western Spring Black Bear Hunt

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.

10 Tips for Hunting Black Bears Over Bait

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.

The Little Gun That Could: 20-Gauge Mossberg FLEX 500

Just how much gun do you need to take down a black bear? Probably not as much as you might think—so long as you know what you're doing.

Watch: Spooked Bear Nearly Tramples Turkey Hunter

Where does a couple hundred pound black bear go? Wherever it wants.

Manitoba Blast n' Cast: The Bears Win

Web Managing Editor Shawn Skipper wraps up his Manitoba black bear hunt.

Manitoba Blast n' Cast: The Arrival

Web Managing Editor Shawn Skipper is seeking his first bear—and a bevy of fish, too—on an old school blast and cast.

Top 5 Bear Loads

Armed with tooth and claw, with an attitude to match when needed, bear hunting demands a well-placed shot, and a sturdily designed bullet of suitable caliber.

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