Ontario is one of the most reliable places in North America to hunt a mature black bear. The combination of vast boreal forest, countless lakes and limited hunting pressure across much of the province means bears grow old, and old bears grow big.
The key to a productive spring hunt is timing. Bears leave their dens as the snow recedes and begin hitting green-up food sources. A well-placed bait site on a travel corridor between bedding cover and water will start seeing repeat visits within days.
Patience matters more than anything else. Hunters who sit long, quiet evenings are the ones who are rewarded, and the moment a heavy boar finally steps into the clearing it becomes obvious why Ontario bear hunting has such a loyal following.
Horseshoe Hill Journal
