Crazy!!! I bought a bear tag the day before I left for just an overnight trip for mainly deer. On the evening hunt I was walking real slow looking at a hillside to my right when I happened to look to my left. 20 yards away was a bear feeding along and he didn't even know I was there. I dropped down to my knees because there was a small bush between me and him. I ranged him and then knocked my arrow. I drew back and he started walking to my right with his nose in the air. He knew something was up. I followed him for about 10 more feet until he came to an opening and as soon as he looked at me I let rip. Honestly, I was freaking out because I have never seen a bear while deer hunting here in socal, yet alone at 20 yards away. Shot was a little back but I was able to track him down about 200 yards later and put another one in him from 20 yards away again. This time it put him down for good. Anybody have any suggestions on how heavy this bear might be? Never got a chance to weigh it. Measured out at 5'4" from nose to tail.
This is my boy holding the front paw. He was super excited to see a bear that close. Gonna make some sweet bear claw necklaces for him and my nephews. Tons of meat in the freezer also!!!
This is my boy holding the front paw. He was super excited to see a bear that close. Gonna make some sweet bear claw necklaces for him and my nephews. Tons of meat in the freezer also!!!
