On this episode, we're talking spring bear hunting gear. We're prepping for a Montana DIY this spring. The list is long, but we'll talk about guns, food, optics, water filtration, knives, GPS, bear protection, clothing and how Clay likes to bring real 1/2 and 1/2 on every backcountry hunt. We go into detail on the First Lite gear we use.

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Black bears are probably the most difficult to judge size of all the 29 species of North American big game. On this episode you'll hear in-depth tactics for sexing bears, judging size and judging overall quality. This is probably one of the most extensive podcasts ever recorded on the topic of judging trophy black bears. We didn't just "google" to find the talking points, but we discuss our in-the-field experience judging them in all types of regions and scenarios. We'll bust some myths and add to the list of "do's" when judging bears. Check out www.bear-hunting.com for more great bear content!

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On this episode of the Bear Hunting Magazine Podcast Clay Newcomb is joined by Ryan Greb and Kolby Morehead in an in-depth discussion regarding archery & rifle shot placement on bear. Most people come into bear hunting with a whitetail shot placement mentality, and there are many places where they just don't overlap. The guys discuss topics such as: organ anatomy, shooting 'middle of the middle', fat & hair, not shooting "low & tight", prioritizing getting two holes, blood trailing bears, equipment needs, fixed blade vs mechanical, pit blinds for bear, and kinetic energy versus momentum for evaluating penetration.

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It's time to be planning your 2019 spring bear hunt. On this episode we discuss a wide swath of information surrounding spring bear hunting including: when to spring bear hunt, where to spring bear hunt, what bears are doing, understanding the bear rut, understanding spring feeding patterns, Western spot-and-stalk hunting, and hunting Canada. We also go on several rants, including outbursts on scent control and trophy hunting. If you listen to this podcast you'll understand a lot about spring bear hunting and realize how accessible spring bears are. Check out Bear Hunting Magazine at www.bear-hunting.com.

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This podcast was recorded live from the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Storytelling Event in Springfield, Missouri on March 15th. Bear Hunting Magazine Podcast host Clay Newcomb was invited to speak and he told four stories that happened on the same piece of public land - two of the stories were funny, one was terrifying, and the last was an epic hunting story. You will not want to miss this unique episode! Lot's of laughs! Check out www.bear-hunting.com and use the code BHM5 for $5 off a new subscription to Bear Hunting Magazine.

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This is one of the most unique podcasts we’ve ever recorded and I doubt we’ll ever duplicate it. Ora Lee Provence was born in 1927 in Crawford County, Arkansas and has made a living off the land his whole life – currently he’s 91 years old and still lives in the same hollow in which he was born. On this podcast we’ll hear about Ora’s life growing up in the rural Ozarks Mountains and his early introductions to hunting. He talks about his methods of deer hunting in the Ozarks. We’ll also hear about his incredible season in 1965 when he harvested two bucks off public land, one scored 165” and the other 186” and had double droptines! Ora and his wife Mary tell some incredible stories. Also, Mrs. Mary tells her favorite way to cook deer meat and the best way to freeze sweet corn so you can eat it all year. Be sure to check out Bear Hunting Magazine at www.bear-hunting.com and use code BHM5 for $5 off a one-year subscription.

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The Color Phase Grand Slam was a feat coined by Bernie Barringer several years ago and in 2018 he completed the slam - something very few hunters have done. Black bears are amazing creatures, and in unique fashion, come in many different colors. You'll learn where color phase bears are, why biologists believe they exist and you'll hear about Bernie's multi-year quest for a blonde bear. Be sure to the check out www.bear-hunting.com and use code BHM20 to $5 off a subscription! Also check out our new Mule Ridin' Bear Hunter tee shirt!

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On this episode of the Bear Hunting Magazine Podcast, Clay has Ford Van Fossan of First Lite and Jordan Riley of Captured Creative at the global headquarters for a chat. Ford talks about his job as Director of Conservation for First Lite, an epic squirrel encounter, and his inability to grow a mustache despite taking Ryan Callaghan’s old job. Jordan talks about how he got started working for some iconic brands, about his Red camera and going in his first “dedicated” squirrel hunt. Fun podcast!

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On this episode we get back to some tactical/how-to content talking about using scents for hunting black bear. Clay Newcomb sits down with Kolby McReynolds of Northwoods Bear Products to talk the ins and outs of using commercial scents for attracting black bears. Scent products are well used in bear hunting, but you'll learn some tactics, hear some stories and learn about some different types of products offered that will help you. Check out www.northwoodsbearproducts.net and www.bear-hunting.com for more info.

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Squirrel hunting with dogs is a ridiculous amount of fun. Combine it with mules and you’ve got yourself a circus. On this episode of the Bear Hunting Magazine podcast we talk with avid Feist men Trae Autry and Michael Lanier about their dogs. We went on a hunt with them last week and Clay rode his Izzie mule (the Youtube famous mule) and had a fantastic hunt.

Brent Reaves was along for the podcast and for filming the hunt last week. We’ll be releasing a video that we’re certain will break the Internet sometime the week of January 28th. Between now and then you’ll enjoy this podcast where we discuss these guys backgrounds in hunting, training squirrel dogs, why they hunt with mules and Feists, the history of Feists, the cost range of squirrel dogs and lots in between. Be sure to check out www.bear-hunting.com and the Bear Hunting Magazine YouTube channel next week for the video.

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