For the last 10 years or so I have spot and stalked bears with archery tackle. I am always on the lookout for big ones. I don't think I'll shoot one unless it's a booner. Over the last 5 years I have passed on a fair number of pope and young bears, just not what I'm looking for. Last year I nearly sealed the deal on a cranker that fit the bill nicely, but the wind swirled and the sow smelled me at about 32 yards. Oh well, theres always this spring. It is quite a rush to get close to them intentionally at ground level though! I like it!
Norm
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