Is there an increase in bear sightings this year?

Senter Cove Guy · 09-14-2010, 06:31 PM

Check this out. This sighting took place in my daughter's backyard in Tuftonboro on 09/07/2010: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kG63SGB1Zs

Greene's Basin Girl · 09-15-2010, 01:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Senter Cove Guy

Check this out. This sighting took place in my daughter's backyard in Tuftonboro on 09/07/2010: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kG63SGB1Zs

I believe it is bear hunting season right now in NH. I had two walk through my yard yesterday, but I am not saying where this is because I don't want them shot. I like it that the bears continually pass by.

jmen24 · 09-15-2010, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Green's Basin Girl

I believe it is bear hunting season right now in NH. I had two walk through my yard yesterday, but I am not saying where this is because I don't want them shot. I like it that the bears continually pass by.

Proper conservation of these animals will allow you to see these animals for generations to come and hunting is the biggest part of that conservation force. Over population creates a recipe for disaster for these animals. Hunters are not the enemy and most are some of the most respectful stewards of the open lands in this state that you will probably ever meet.

There are some that are less than sporting in their pursuit of harvesting game. And for that, I do not blame you at all for not wanting to disclose your location, I would not for my own area.

GBG, please know that I am not condemning your post (your posts give the impression of a pretty fair and balanced person), you have every right to have whatever opinion on the matter that you wish to have. For most hunters, the actual act of harvesting game is the climax to lots of dedication of time and energy. All game animals are respected and honored by the people that choose to persue them. There is more of an emotional connection than you might think.

And to stay on topic, don't feed the bears.

It is a treat to be able to live in an area where you can view these animals in their natural habitat. Even if we are encroaching on it.

Greene's Basin Girl · 09-16-2010, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by jmen24

Proper conservation of these animals will allow you to see these animals for generations to come and hunting is the biggest part of that conservation force. Over population creates a recipe for disaster for these animals. Hunters are not the enemy and most are some of the most respectful stewards of the open lands in this state that you will probably ever meet.

There are some that are less than sporting in their pursuit of harvesting game. And for that, I do not blame you at all for not wanting to disclose your location, I would not for my own area.

GBG, please know that I am not condemning your post (your posts give the impression of a pretty fair and balanced person), you have every right to have whatever opinion on the matter that you wish to have. For most hunters, the actual act of harvesting game is the climax to lots of dedication of time and energy. All game animals are respected and honored by the people that choose to persue them. There is more of an emotional connection than you might think.

And to stay on topic, don't feed the bears.

It is a treat to be able to live in an area where you can view these animals in their natural habitat. Even if we are encroaching on it.

I am not against hunting. I just hope the bears that I enjoy watching are not shot. My husband is an avid hunter. He hunts deer for a week in NY state and for two weeks in Kansas. I personally would not want to hunt or shoot an animal.

Lucky1 · 09-16-2010, 08:56 AM

Just in case this was not stressed.....Black Bears are not to be mistaken for friendly pets or visitors. They can attack and maul or kill a human easily. Mom's with cubs are subject to being startled and then have been known to attack to protect the cubs.

I do not know what the answer is but think it wise to not have any food around (the squirrels actually ate through the feeding holes in my feeders). Keep any garbage in the garage or in a locked trash bin. Use a light at night to see and prevent walking into an area where there is a bear. We had bears coming to a rental cottage not far away to raid the trash bin for food. I think this was about five years ago.

It can be quite dangerous to startle a large black bear ESPECIALLY ONE WITH CUBS.

Stay safe.

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09-16-2010, 08:56 AM	#5
Lucky1 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Moultonborough and FL Posts: 459 Thanks: 318 Thanked 123 Times in 53 Posts	Just in case this was not stressed.....Black Bears are not to be mistaken for friendly pets or visitors. They can attack and maul or kill a human easily. Mom's with cubs are subject to being startled and then have been known to attack to protect the cubs. I do not know what the answer is but think it wise to not have any food around (the squirrels actually ate through the feeding holes in my feeders). Keep any garbage in the garage or in a locked trash bin. Use a light at night to see and prevent walking into an area where there is a bear. We had bears coming to a rental cottage not far away to raid the trash bin for food. I think this was about five years ago. It can be quite dangerous to startle a large black bear ESPECIALLY ONE WITH CUBS. Stay safe.