Bear sticks

BOW BOB

Member
Is it legal to use smoke sticks for bear? I'm talking about the kind that you light, and they give off scent.
 

Tio Hey Seuss

Senior Member
The regs really aren't clear on the subject and it's been debated for years without a clear answer from law enforcement. Similar to using a tracking dog to recover game. Technically, it is hunting with a dog and even though they usually allow it, you absolutely could be cited if the officer felt like it.
The way I interpret is scents are fair game but any food that could be consumed by the bear is not.
Personally, I don't leave it to chance because you can't trust the popo.
 

goshenmountainman

Senior Member
Ain't no scent draws them like the white oak acorns do!! No need for all the extra weight, just find a loaded grove of trees and set up camp. won't be to long before old smokey bear himself makes an appearance.
 

Tio Hey Seuss

Senior Member
I agree. Plus, the way I figure it, if the bear can smell the bait he can smell you sitting next to it. Better off finding a good location and setting up with the wind in your favor.
 

lampern

Senior Member
I hear folks have success where it is legal with the scent bombs out on the market.

Never tried them myself
 
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