Boyz, we have a problem!!!!

Jmax

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For some reason this year we are getting more then our share around here of bear issues. I feel somewhat uneasy even going bow hunting right now with all the bear sightings. For me, we have not had an issue with our stands or feeders...until now. emoBang Thought I would share this picture, it is one of my buddies feeders about to be destroyed by a big black bear that decided it wanted to pig out on the corn that was in it. :( Need I say it did and the feeder was toast. Here in AR you are allowed to use feeders. It appears the bears have realized they are easy meals. emoBooHoo Jmax
 

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Aries 181

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Are you not allowed to have a hand cannon with you for protection Jim? Harry will dispatch any critter that decided I was to be his lunch when I'm in the woods.

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Tsuga

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This is a rather low mast year for both soft and hard mast. Deer and bears will probably be roaming wider than normal looking for food.
 

Jmax

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I am not sure about a handgun. I need to find that out. Would make me feel better going to the stand. emoScratch Jmax

I just called the ARGFC and asked them that. emoAngel The answer is "YES!!!", I can carry an open hand gun for protection while bow hunting in this state. She said it could be for the boogie man or a bear. The key words she said was, "For personal protection". Thanks for bringing that up, I believe I am going to start carrying one of my pistols while bow hunting. Chances of ever needing it are slim to none but it will give me a little peace of mind. emoThumbsup Jmax
 

churly

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Are bears legal to hunt in your area? My buddy in VA deals with them and there is no such thing as fool proof feeder or tail camera.
 

Jmax

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I have never hunted them here but I think there is a draw to hunt them. Not sure on that but some talk about it. In our area I have not heard of anyone hunting them. emoScratch Jmax
 
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