Black Bear Hunting

AlphaDog Outdoors is one of BC’s best bear hunting destinations. We have incredible numbers of huge bears, both black and color phase. Our adult bears will run from the 6 to 7 foot range, with some giants reaching 8 feet and skulls going over 21 inches! The hides are typically thick and heavy, and the spring claws can be long enough to mistake them as a Grizzly’s.

We offer both spring and fall hunts, and they can be hunted as a single species or as part of a combination hunt. Our spring hunt has historically boasted a harvest rate of 100%, we know bears like no other outfit.

The method of hunting our bears is spot & stalk, and we have a two bear limit. Hunting with an experienced guide will ensure that only the best of the best is considered. Clients can expect to look over 6-10 bears daily.

These hunts are a great adult/youth hunt; our accomplished guides will ensure proper judging and safety of the hunt.

Come and witness why we are known as Bear Country

• About ¼ of all the Black bears in Canada are found in British Columbia, 120,000 – 160,000.
• Typically, after the winter, bear sightings increase in May.
• The bear breeding season, or rut, runs from the end of May into June.
• A male bear may have a home range averaging about 25 -50sq miles.
• Bears are omnivores and will eat anything.
• Bears are not the only black in color, but there are also many variations of brown and even blonde.
• Hunting seasons occur both in the spring and fall.
• Spring bears typically have heavier pelts and longer claws than the same bear in the fall.
• There is no baiting of bears in BC.
• It is not uncommon to see 10+ bears a day.
• Finding a bear is relatively easy, finding the right bear can be a challenge.
• A good bear will have a skull 18+inch skull and go 6-7+ feet nose to tail.
• Spot and stalk hunting works very well in our terrain.
• Bears eyes are not good but their noses are unfailing……watch the wind!
• With the right set up, calling can produce big bears.
• Bear hunting is usually best in the late afternoon or evenings.
• Come prepared to deal with mosquitos and blackflies.