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Fall bear hunting is one of the most overlooked opportunities in the West—but it shouldn’t be. In this episode of Backbone Unlimited, Matt Hartsky breaks down everything you need to know to turn your bear tag into a real adventure. You’ll learn how to locate food-driven bears, read terrain, master glassing techniques, dial in shot placement, and recover bears with confidence. Whether you’re hunting timbered ridges, berry slopes, or burned-out basins, these public land black bear hunting tips will give you a serious edge. This isn’t just about killing a bear—it’s about becoming a sharper, more disciplined hunter.