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Bear
Learn to Trap Black Bears in Maine

With one of the largest black bear populations in the United States, Maine offers excellent opportunities for hunting and trapping bear. Maine is the only state within the lower 48 states that allows bear trapping as a method of harvest, and trapping is an important component of Maine’s black bear management plan. To purchase a bear trapping permit, you must complete the Black Bear Trapping Education course online or in-person.

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Trapper Ed
In-Person Course

*Date:* Saturday, March 28, 2026

*Time: *10am to 12pm

*Location: *Augusta Sportsman's Show

Augusta Civic Center

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Trapper Ed
Online Course

Learn at your own pace from the comfort of your own home. 

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More information

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Exploring the outdoors on private land [ [link removed] ]

Trapping laws and rules [ [link removed] ]

Hunting laws and rules [ [link removed] ]

Safety courses [ [link removed] ]








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