Bear Hunting Strategies and Challenges

Mike, a veteran guide, uses strategic travel and positioning to avoid detection by bears. He employs a deer distress call to lure bears, understanding the risks involved. Weather changes, like fog, can increase the danger of an ambush, prompting Mike to retreat for safety.

Why does Mike prefer to travel into the wind while hunting?

• To avoid being seen by bears

• To keep his scent fresh for tracking

• To prevent bears from smelling him

• To move faster through the terrain

What is the advantage of returning to locations where bears have been seen before?

• It provides more cover

• It allows for better visibility

• It ensures a quieter environment

• It saves time and effort

Why does Mike avoid areas next to streams?

• They are too noisy

• They are too open

• They are too slippery

• They are too crowded

What is the purpose of using a deer distress call?

• To scare away other animals

• To signal other hunters

• To mark territory

• To attract bears by mimicking prey

What must a hunter be cautious of when using a distress call?

• The call being too loud

• The call attracting other hunters

• The call not being effective

• Bears approaching from any direction

What change in weather conditions affects Mike's hunting strategy?

• Snow

• Rain

• Wind

• Fog

Why does Mike decide to retreat after the weather changes?

• He is out of supplies

• He has caught a bear

• He senses an ambush

• He is tired

What is the risk of staying put when visibility is low?

• Getting lost

• Being ambushed by bears

• Losing track of time

• Missing other hunters

What does Mike rely on to make decisions during the hunt?

• His map

• His hunting gear

• His partner's advice

• His gut feeling