Our hunting camps are located more than 50 miles from the closest u. Seeing your first black bear in its natural environment is an unforgettable experience. Licences are valid for hunting during the spring and fall black bear hunting seasons in a calendar. Bear tags can be purchased from any cdfw license sales office, license agent, online, or by telephone sales. Black bear hunting is our life at foggy mountain guide service. Bears physically checked during any hunting season must include a carcass or an intact. Dec 27, 2019 as of right now, we have no more openings for 3 day hunts for the 2016 bear season. The maine black bear hunting package at north country lodge is fully guided. Effective for 2014 rifle hunting now commences september 1 and continues until november 1. The bag limit is one black bear per licence maximum 2 licences. No person may possess more than one bear per hunting license year. Bring your bow or firearm of choice and sit at the most active sites in.
Summary of the 2017 bear hunting season initial age report. Traditional maine bear hunting over bait in northern aroostook county. For more information on bear hunting in maine visit. Black bear hunting is hugely popular across north america, as bear populations continue to rise. Fall bear hunting over bait with the maine bear population being at a record high and steadily climbing, there are great opportunities for the hunter wishing to harvest the elusive black bear. Hunters who harvest a bear during any bear hunting season must telecheck it by 8 p. But in 2016 a majority of the bears 547 were taken in the early. This creature is swift, elusive, powerful and has a remarkably keen sense of hearing. We are one of a very select few outfitters in maine that can offer the opportunity to hunt black bear over bait in the spring time.
The statewide bear population has experienced modest growth over the past. Maine hunting seasons, 20192020 if youre considering east coast exploration, maines hunting seasons might be the place for you. It will be conducted the same as our standard bear hunt. We had a great spring bear hunt we would like to take a minuite to thank all of you for coming to matagamon for our 2015 hunting season we look forward to a great 2016 season.
Bear hunting in maine at big booms northern maine adventures. Hunting dates may vary depending on region, and some areas may be closed to hunting. Maine bear hunting ban initiative, question 1 2014 ballotpedia. The maine bear hunting ban initiative, question 1 was on the november 4, 2014. Maine bear hunting over bait at matagamon wilderness camps. Maine bear hunts eagle mountain guide service hunting. At northern hideaway outfitters, we provide the best, true remote cabin bear hunting maine has to offer. Our spring bear hunt is fully guided, over active bait sites on penobscot indian nation lands. Maine bear hunting seasons 2020 maine black bear hunts from stands.
Black bear hunting in maine offers a special kind of adventure, and every hunter with pb guide service benefits from black bear hunting methods weve finetuned over three decades. The 2016 season had many challenges and highs and lows. There have been some regulation changes with regards to the baiting by the omnrf but will not affect the quality of our hunts. Boasting one of the largest black bear populations in the eastern u. You must wear 500 square inches of hunter orange on your head, chest, and back.
The first three weeks in november have the most hunting pressure. Heading into the season things were looking good, except for one thing, all the activity was in the dark. Saying otherwise would be an understatement at best. Stay on the grid at the eagle lake inn in a queen suite with loft with 2 double beds, compact kitchen, combination bath shower. Sunkhaze meadows national wildlife refuge hunting regulations. Black bears have the strength of five men, the speed of a. For maine bear hunting season dates, laws, regulations, registrations and online licenses go to. To hunt for bear prior to the firearms season on deer, a valid hunting license and a bear permit is required. Fair chase ballot to ask whether maine should ban doughnutbaited barrels and cable traps in state with permissive rules. A guide will lead you to your professionally baited site. Bear hunting new hampshire fish and game department. The state offers deer, moose, bear and small game seasons throughout the fall and spring. Maine black bear hunting with a maine guide is a must. You will be staying, hunting and fishing in some of maines most remote.
Our bear hunting packages provide a great opportunity to harvest a big game trophy that eludes many hunters who have spent a lifetime in the woods. The bear population is on the increase and mike is hoping he can get a shot with his. The 2016 summer in maine was dryer than normal, which in turn. Hunting information for the 2020 bear season now is available. As in the past, some bear teeth are received later and sent to the lab for. Jan 29, 2020 bear hunting in maine at big booms northern maine adventures.
Augusta, maine maines bear season began monday, aug. Bear hunting licences provide hunting opportunities while managing black bear populations. In maine, the hunting season on black bears is in full swing. Black bear hunts in maine foggy mountain guide service. Conducting our hunts exclusively in zone 1 with 140,000 acres of bear hunting territory in northwestern maine along the quebec border we are fortunate to have such vast uninterrupted commercial. Season dates for hunting and trapping are revised annually. As of right now, we have no more openings for 3 day hunts for the 2016 bear season.
Guided black bear hunt in maine maine bear hunting. Standard bear hunt bear hunting trips in northwest. Biologists expect busy bait sites as maine bear hunting. Bear hunting season generally occurs in the fall, but specific dates vary by location and hunting method. Black bear hunting season in new brunswick can essentially be divided into 2 periods seasons. Prospective hunters should apply online or by telephone at 18886654236 1mnlicense. The following are general dates for the maine hunting season. In the states allowing bear hunting, bear hunters need to obtain a state permit. Containing hundreds of valuable tips, longtime hunter douglas boze provides everything that you need to know to be successful this season.
Minnesotas black bear range has been slowly expanding southward and westward. This rare hunting experience has been made possible by the combined efforts of shepard hunting company and the penobscot indian nation. You will be staying, hunting and fishing in some of maine s most remote. Missouri missouri hunting missouri fishing missouri game bird hunting.
Maine hunters heading into the woods today on the opening day of bear season will be battling warm. With the largest population of black bear, maine is quickly becoming a premier destination for bear hunters from all over the country and the jackman, maine region is no. It begins with hunters over baits which theyve been setting in the woods for a month. A hunter orange hat is required on wmas stocked with pheasant or quail during the pheasant or quail season. Maine referendum to decide ban on hunting bears with doughnuts. The population is strong throughout the state and abundant hunting opportunities exist in. Do you want to ban the use of bait, dogs or traps in bear hunting except to. Maine bear hunts eagle mountain guide service hunting and. Share hints and ideas with other hunters from maine. Our new brunswick spring season black bear hunts begin in late may,and continue through the month of june. In this episode host mike miller takes part in ontarios second year of the spring bear hunt pilot program.
Black bear hunting outfitters in new brunswick, canada l. Archery bear season in all bear zones opens august 18, 2018, and runs through september 9, 2018. We have a rifle and muzzleloader lease in western maine, in the high country, as well as a private archery lease 100 miles away in the penobscot river valley. We have exclusive rights to hunt on 40,000 plus acres in six different townships in downeast maine. Eastern time, and also call 18008581549 within 24 hours of harvest to arrange for a physical check of the animal and receive a tag issued by kentucky fish and wildlife. Although the black bear hunting season opens the last monday in. Nonresident and alien hunters are required to purchase a november late season bear hunting permit to hunt bear during the. You are what makes matagamon what it is, wonderfull we are also booking for 2018 fall hunts and spring and fall 2019 hunts. During the 2017 bear season, we initially received bear teeth from 2,502 of 2,897 successful hunters 86%. The bear harvest in the past three years has amounted to 3,314 in 2018, 2,897 in 2017 and 2,859 in 2016. The 2016 summer in maine was dryer than normal, which in turn meant less natural food than normal. Maine is blessed with a healthy, stable population of black bear, conservatively estimated at 35,000. Information appearing in this book may not be valid after july, 2016.
If you see a bear outside of the animals normal range, report it to the dnr. Bears may be hunted over bait, by stalking or with hounds. Biologist says maine bear hunters may have a harder time. Aug 26, 2019 the bear harvest in the past three years has amounted to 3,314 in 2018, 2,897 in 2017 and 2,859 in 2016. Bear hunting results maine bear hunting outfitters trips. This rare hunting experience has been made possible by the combined efforts of shepard. Cedar ridge outfitters bear hunting, lodging, food. Dear fellow bear hunter, thank you for choosing allagash wilderness camps for your hunting needs for the upcoming bear season.
Maine hunting seasons bear hunting 2020 hunt details august 30 to september 5 check in on sunday, august 29, depart september 6 september 7 to 12 check in on sunday, september 6, depart september. Maine bear hunts, maine bear over bait hunts, guided maine. September 1 marks the start of the bear hunting season in new hampshire. Listed below is a list of items you may need or want to bring on your. The statewide bear population has experienced modest growth over the past two decades and is at approximately 6,100 animals. This type of hunting will continue through september 21. Hunters looking to join in the action need look no further than the ultimate guide to black bear hunting. August 30 to september 5 check in on sunday, august 29, depart september 6 september 7 to 12 check in on sunday, september 6, depart september september 14 to 19 check in.
Heading into the season things were looking good, except for. Hunter success from our blinds and tree stands over. We offer not just a great black bear hunting experience. A bear permit is required in addition to a hunting license from august 29 through october 28, 2016. Maine hunting licenses and fees maine black bear hunting.
Supreme judicial court to reverse wheelers decision in early february 2016. In addition to these news accounts, there also included stories of bears interacting with humans and some of the excuses given by officials as to why. Upon harvesting and registering a black bear, a person may purchase a second bear licence. Hunters may purchase only one bear tag per hunting license year.
Mar 27, 2017 in this episode host mike miller takes part in ontarios second year of the spring bear hunt pilot program. A maine black bear is a formidable animal and a coveted trophy. We offer fully guided 6day bear programs throughout the fall season, starting the week of august 25, 2020. The combination of longer seasons and more bears means great new. Whitetail deer hunting maine bear hunts, matagamon. Maine hunting seasons bear hunting 2020 hunt details. Cedar ridge outfitters is more than just a big game hunting outfitter.
From 2005 to 2016, the number of hunters declined below 4,000 annually. Maine, massachusetts, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, and vermont each allow bear hunting. Maine bear hunting outfitters trips affordable hunting camps. We strive to make your hunt a successful and enjoyable one. Bear hunting success begins when you pick your guide three trophy maine black bear for the record book on this hunts one day results bear hunting in maine places you in one of the heaviest black bear concentrations per acre of habitat anywhere in north america. Maine residents day october 29th 1st week october 30th november 6th 2nd week. If you would like to know the age of the bear you harvested in 2017, see 2017 bear age report pdf. Week 1 august 28th september 4th week 2 september 4th 11th week 3 september 11th 18th week 4 september 18th 25th. When you hunt bear with us, we do everything possible to make sure you get a shot at a black bear. For more information, visit the maine department of inland fisheries and wildlife website.