{"id":1515,"date":"2024-01-24T17:55:04","date_gmt":"2024-01-24T17:55:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publiclandsjournal.com\/?p=1515"},"modified":"2024-01-24T19:40:49","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T19:40:49","slug":"8-over-the-counter-western-black-bear-hunts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publiclandsjournal.com\/8-over-the-counter-western-black-bear-hunts\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Over-the-Counter Western Black Bear Hunts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Black bear hunts are an overlooked opportunity to experience hunting in the western United States. The popular elk and deer tags of the West are often difficult to obtain, limiting opportunities for hunters. By contrast, black bear permits in most western states can be obtained over-the-counter (OTC), and large portions of states are open to generous hunting seasons. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What’s more, black bears are excellent table fare. Black bear meat has a higher fat content than most game species (like elk and deer). I find the fat levels in bear meat similar to grass-fed beef. This gives it a more mild flavor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hunting seasons for black bears often fall outside of other big game hunts, providing additional opportunities to have hunting adventures in the mountains. If you’re interested in giving black bear hunting a try, here are some of the best opportunities the western United States has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n