Nov 5, 2026 · Angela Montana
A Stuck Truck, a Spotting Scope, and a 5XL Bear
River Mossberg’s spring 2026 Wyoming bear hunt opened with his pickup sinking into the mud so thoroughly that even tire […]
Nov 1, 2026 · Angela Montana
The West Has Grizzlies — Appalachia Has Cecil Jackson’s Behemoth
If you think all bears are bigger out west, then check this out. Bob McNally with Outdoor Life reported that […]
Sep 23, 2026 · Angela Montana
Attention Montana Bear Hunters: Here’s the 4-1-1 on BMU 411
The Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission has announced the closure of Black Bear Management Unit 411 to all black bear hunting, effective Thursday, September 24, 2026, starting 30 minutes after sunset. This decision aims to manage black bear populations within the designated area.
Apr 22, 2026 · Angela Montana
California Doubles Down: Why Hunters Are Getting a Second Shot at Black Bears
California has approved a new amendment allowing bear hunters to obtain two black bear tags annually, responding to a growing bear population and missed harvest quotas, enhancing wildlife management efforts.
Apr 21, 2026 · Angela Montana
Official Notice: Spring Black Bear Closure for BMU 411
The Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission has closed the Spring Black Bear season in Management Unit 411 effective April 23, 2026, transitioning to a hound training season starting April 24, 2026.
Apr 20, 2026 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF SPRING BLACK BEAR CLOSURE BMU 510
The Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission will close hunting for all black bears in Unit 510 after sunset on April 22, 2026. Hound training season will start April 23, 2026.
Apr 17, 2026 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF SPRING BLACK BEAR CLOSURE BMU 700 WITH HOUNDS
Montana's Black Bear Management Unit 700 will prohibit black bear hunting with hounds after sunset on April 19, 2026, reopening for hound training on April 20, 2026.