Black Bear outfits here in the States...

[sgt_zim]

@johnnyblues - thought of an outfitter up near where my in-laws used to live in MT - Swan Mountain Outfitters (at the edge of Flathead Valley - near Kalispell). They're about 3500 for a 5-day. Their gallery looks like maybe a couple in the 300# range, and lots of color variation. @Montana Rifle Company might be able to shed some light on them.

 

[cpr0312]

Clark Fork Outfitters in Idaho

 

[sgt_zim]

Clark Fork Outfitters in Idaho

Reviving a dead thread because next Spring, my youngest will be done with all of his pilot training and will be able to put in for some leave time.

My son and I would both prefer spot and stalk. I'm finding more than a few deals in the 5500-6000 range for the pair of us and a 5 day hunt, 1 bear each. Does that sound about right?

 

[Tanks]

Following as I am also in the market for a bear hunt but I'm leaning toward a hound deal.

If considering New Mexico then go for:

https://liljoesbiggamehunts.com/

Funny thing I realized when I pulled the web site up for the link. The bear that is pictured on the main page is the one I took some years ago.

 

[outwestidaho]

You can come hunt in Idaho. Hunt with Reggear outfitters . Hes all hounds and 100% last several years.


Shot this one on the ground He wouldn't tree.

Wifes Bear

Big Game Hunting - Reggear Outfitters, Guided Big Game Hunting

We are a small family-run outfitting business for big game hunting that was established in 1996. We offer guided hunts for Black Bears, Bobcats & Cougars.

reggearoutfitters.com

 

[sgt_zim]

You can come hunt in Idaho. Hunt with Reggear outfitters . Hes all hounds and 100% last several years.


Shot this one on the ground He wouldn't tree.
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Wifes Bear
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Big Game Hunting - Reggear Outfitters, Guided Big Game Hunting

We are a small family-run outfitting business for big game hunting that was established in 1996. We offer guided hunts for Black Bears, Bobcats & Cougars.

reggearoutfitters.com

my son and I are definitely about the spot and stalk. thanks for the info. may have found a place near Noxon right next to the ID border.

 

[R.M.C.]

Try b Bar c in Idaho. Two bear limit and lots of color phase bears. Baited , hounds or a combo hunt. They have a great place in Maine too. That is called Russell pond outfitters. I never went to their place in Idaho but went to Maine three times with them. Had a great time and killed bears every time. Lots of repeat customers that told me to go to Idaho if I wanted color phase. A few years later I ended up going to Alberta and found a cinnamon bear .

 

[revturbo9967]

Try b Bar c in Idaho. Two bear limit and lots of color phase bears. Baited , hounds or a combo hunt. They have a great place in Maine too. That is called Russell pond outfitters. I never went to their place in Idaho but went to Maine three times with them. Had a great time and killed bears every time. Lots of repeat customers that told me to go to Idaho if I wanted color phase. A few years later I ended up going to Alberta and found a cinnamon bear .

Russell pond has a good reputation. Tyler Kelly camps in Allagash is also a great bear outfit.

 

[sgt_zim]

being a southerner and lowlander and all...

looking for sleeping bag and boot recommendations

I have a pair of these LaCrosse 18" with thinsulate, but guessing these won't work very well in the mountains.

Being 6'6", I'm looking for a long bag

 

[Firebird]

Check out Apex Outfitters in Utah. High percentage of color phase and excellent numbers currenty. Can’t speak for the price

 

[sgt_zim]

Check out Apex Outfitters in Utah. High percentage of color phase and excellent numbers currenty. Can’t speak for the price

Thank you, I have already put down a deposit with Ridgerunners Outfitters in central ID.

 

[Rare Breed]

Holy crap! Dare to Hyde gets 10k for their bear hunts PLUS a trophy fee over a certain weight. Nuts! I’ll save that money for Africa again!

Completely agree