Archive for June, 2008

Vancouver Island Bear Hunting Is One Of A Kind


Posted in: Bear Hunting     

?Vancouver Island bear hunting will provide you with a world-class experience you will not likely forget for many years to come. One thing you can count on is that Vancouver Island bear hunting offers superb trophy hunting opportunities. And here's an interesting thing about the Black bears on the island – it’s been discovered they are actually a separate sub-species of Black bear called the Island Bear.

Vancouver Island bear hunting for Spring Black Bear is April 15 through June 15 and the fall hunt is September 10 through October 31. If you don't know this already, Vancouver Island bear hunting is done in highly fluctuating weather conditions.

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Hunters for expeditions there must come prepared to handle conditions in a temperate rain forest with daily weather fluctuations and rain any day. For instance in April, temperatures range from daytime highs of 65° F to nighttime lows of 32° F. May is a little warmer, but not much, with temps during the day of 70°F. to nighttime lows of 35°F. You get the idea, come prepared.

Vancouver Island bear hunting, because of its wildly fluctuating temperatures, means you need to pay attention to what you pack in terms of clothing for your adventure. Most guides will provide you with a list of things you will definitely need on your trip, but ultimately some of the things you choose to bring will be up to you. Most outfitters will advise you on what to bring when you book your hunt. So don't waste too much time trying to figure out what to bring, just ask the experts. The ONLY thing not optional and you should not leave home without, is the rain gear.

British Columbia (BC) proudly boasts of having the highest Black bear population in North America and Vancouver Island bear hunting experts lay claim to having the highest density of Black bears in British Columbia. Game records also indicate the Vancouver Island bear hunting region to be the home of the more successful hunts on the Island.

The reason Vancouver Island bear hunting is as successful as it appears to be, is that game management is their highest priority. Each season's harvest is carefully controlled which means you get the size and quality of bear you want in a hunt. The limited quantity harvested guarantees record book bear harvests with bears in the 6' to 7' (and larger) range. Although there are no color phases for the bears on the island, you may run across the odd jet black bear with a white chest patch. The quality of the Vancouver Island bear hunting hides is exceptional throughout the spring season.

The Sport Of Hog Hunting With Dogs


Posted in: Hunting Dogs     

?In Florida, the wild hogs are documented as having 45 different parasitic and infectious diseases, with eight of the parasitic and infectious diseases being able to infect humans. Plus, the four tick species that live with the wild hog also will feed on humans. These are a few of the reasons certain areas consider hog hunting with dogs a good way to control the wild hog population.

Different breeds are used for hog hunting, such as bulldogs, Irish Wolfhounds, pit bull terriers, pit bull mixes, hounds, Blackmouth Cur, or Jack Russell terriers. The German Shorthaired Pointer is also sometimes used as a hog hunting dog.

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The dog needs to display intelligence and cunning behavior, to out-think one of the most intelligent creatures on Earth, the wild hog, which is also known as an extremely aggressive animal to hunt. Recommendations are for a tough dog, one that can hold its own and has a good nose. Another important consideration is the environment that the dog will be in when they are not hunting wild hogs.

The average person who hunts does not think about hog hunting with dogs when they think of hunting. They think of deer, pheasants, duck, quail, and so on. But for those who have hunted wild boar, any other form of hunting appears to be rather tame, as it is considered to be one of the most exciting animals to hunt overall. The excitement comes from the fact the wild hogs are very dangerous and can do quite a bit of damage to its attackers, both human and dog, adding to the hunt.

Today, the majority of wild hogs live in the Appalachians and in the Southern states, due to the abundance of food and cover, along with adequate water supply. But the wild boar originated from America's early settlers, when the domestic pigs were allowed to run wild and unpenned. Adapting to the wild, they damaged crops and fences, while also killing domestic livestock. They began carrying diseases that survive into today, such as foot and mouth, along with trichinosis. Sexually active as young as six months of age, the wild ferals will breed two litters per year with approximately six piglets per litter even though their mortality is high.

The danger of the wild hogs is made worse when the mother sow has piglets in the brush, and they believe they are threatened by hunters or attackers, which makes hog hunting an extremely dangerous sport. Hog hunting with dogs is not necessarily just a sport to enjoy, but also to remove the wild hogs from damaging nearby livestock, from destroying the surrounding environment, and from preventing diseases they carry to the livestock.

Alaska Brown Bear Hunting Experience


Posted in: Bear Hunting     

?Most people just dream about Alaska brown bear hunting. To make your dream a reality, search for Alaska brown bear hunting locations and opportunities on the internet. Alaska brown bear hunting will give you the best hunting stories that will make every hunter envious.

For a unique Alaskan brown bear hunting opportunity, try vessel-based hunts, which are carried out off a floating mobile camp. This camp is a 60' charter yacht. Located in Homer, Alaska, hunters depart from the harbor to cruise the shores Kenai Peninsula. Bears are spotted and then hunted fairly. Alaska brown bear hunting cannot get any better than this, with ample hours of sun each day.

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New Alaska brown bear hunting areas can be found almost daily. Alaska is known for its consistently bad weather. So before you book your Alaska brown bear hunting trip, consider arriving in Alaska two or three days in advance and plan a few extra days at the end of your hunt for serious weather delays. This occurs more in the spring, but fall can be as unpredictable as well.

You will have a better chance of having a successful Alaska brown bear hunting trip if you are in great shape. Staking is done on foot, and there is a lot of rough ground to cover. As camping in spike camps is common, bring warm clothing as it gets very cold at night. You do not necessarily need arctic gear, as some outfitters will provide it for you. Check with them before packing any arctic clothing for your Alaska brown bear hunting trip.

There are many methods for hunting Alaska brown bear. If you prefer close range weapons, such as the bow or handgun, choose the methods that suit that type of hunting. The element of danger makes the trip much more exciting. No special equipment or special hunting gear is needed – what you would use on a deer will work on a bear. Wear the proper hunting gear to protect yourself from cross fire, and most importantly, listen to your guide. They will be able to tell you if the bear is protecting cubs or not just by looking at the surroundings. Most shots will be under low light conditions, so sight your weapon accordingly.

Hunting Alaska brown bear can be an exciting and exhilarating experience. As with all hunting experiences, the hunter is completely responsible for the bear and the cleaning up of the kill. Ensure that the meat is wrapped tightly, that the fur is clean and the bones are properly dealt with. Your guide and the outfitters will thank you for your work as they have to report to the rangers if there is ever anything left behind that should not be.

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