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Bear hunting kicks off the fall hunting seasons
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For new and experienced hunters alike, going on a bear hunt is a great way to enjoy nature, get some exercise, and spend quality time outdoors with friends and family.*?*The season starts in late August, offering experienced hunters extra time to scout for other species such as deer or moose while enjoying warmer temperatures.
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Successful hunters are rewarded with wholesome, locally sourced, free-range, hormone-free lean protein which, if handled properly, is excellent to eat!
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Bear hunting also helps manage the population. Maine has a healthy and stable population of black bears ? the largest in the eastern United States, in fact. Since black bears do not have any natural predators, it would be very easy for the population to grow to an unsustainable level, leading to starvation, disease, and death. Bear hunting helps keep the population at a number where bears and their environment stay healthy.
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*Season Dates:*
Youth Bear Hunting Day:?August 27, 2022
General Bear Hunting: August 29 - November 26, 2022
Hunting with Bait: August 29? - September 24, 2022
Bear Trapping: September 1 - October 31, 2022
Hunting with Dogs: September 12 - October 28, 2022
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bear meatballs
Delicious game meat starts in the field
When properly cared for, bear meat is very tasty and is a good source of lean protein providing hunters with another source of healthy food for their families. Bear meat is excellent in soups and chilis, barbecued (pulled bear and BBQ ribs), roasted in the oven, or grilled (backstrap rubbed in spices).?Click here for a black bear steak fajita and meatball recipe! [ [link removed] ]
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*Always have a plan to cool your bear and get it out of the woods ASAP!?*The insulation from a bear?s fat layers and thick hide can cause bear meat to spoil more quickly than other large game. Find tips on how to cool your bear, skin it, and get it out of the woods as quickly as possible at mefishwildlife.com/bearhunt [ [link removed] ]
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*Nearly 65% of harvested bears are by hunters with guides.*
Although bear hunting can be time consuming and challenging to master, registered Maine guides provide bear hunting services for hunters at any skill level. This true Maine adventure is a thrilling experience whether it's over bait or with dogs, and lets you beat the cold and fill your freezer.
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Find a registered Maine guide online [ [link removed] ]and start planning your next adventure.?
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Or check out the bear hunting and trapping tips on our website.? [ [link removed] ]
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