Spring Bear Hunt 2023

T-Minus a couple short months until the 2023 bear hunt season officially begins. With the season fast approaching we urge you to consider planning your Superior Country Black Bear Hunting experience NOW! All across Superior Country there are multiple outfitters and guides to choose to hunt through, however, we will save you the endless online searches. Below we have showcased a top drive-in and a top fly-in hunting destinations. Both of which include fishing in their bear hunt packages! Look no further than Superior Country for top-notch hunting experiences.

Gray Wood Outfitters – Fly-in Outfitter!

Plan your 2023 spring or fall bear hunt in WMU 1D for an unforgettable northwestern experience. Gray Wood Outfitters is a hunter’s dream destination for trophy bear and northern pike. Being the only BMA servicing hunts out of WMU 1D, the area inhabits some of the largest and most active bear population in the area. Maintaining a mere 100% success rate for bear hunters, Gray Wood is well known for exceptional hunt experiences in Superior Country.

What to expect hunting at Gray Wood Outfitters

Prepare for a fly-in adventure like no other. Servicing flights out of Coringley Lake via Nakina Air from their floatplane to one of the 4 outpost camps, each situated on a different lake within WMU 1D (Beteau, Windsor, Richter, and Blackbirch Lake), ranging in distance from 140-180 miles of the fly out location. You’ll be taken aback by the majestic scenery Superior Country has to offer as you fly over the seemingly endless landscape of boreal forests, countless lakes, streams, and wetlands.

Once at one of the outposts, you’ll tour the grounds and cabin(s) of your home-away-from-home during your stay. Afterwards, begin your hunting expedition where you’ll be brought to highly active bear stands scouted and maintained by experienced guides. During your stay, you’ll be exposed to ample trophy fishing opportunity for Northern Pike and/or Walleye.

No expense is spared during your stay at any of the 4 outposts with Gray Wood Outfitters. Further information, links, and resources are listed below.

Operating in WMU:
1D

Spring Season:
May 1^st – June 15^th

Fall Season:
August 15^th – November 30^th

Website:
https://www.graywoodoutfitters.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/graywoodoutfitters

Gallery:
https://www.graywoodoutfitters.com/gallery/

Armistice Lake Outfitters – Drive-in Outfitter!

Catering to avid hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds, Armistice Lake Outfitters is an all in one location for trophy hunting experiences, including the highly desired black bear. Established as a family owned and operated outfitter in 2012, Armistice Lake Outfitters has impressed all those who’ve visited. Their hunting utopia lies in the heart of Northwestern Ontario and is suited for both riffle and bow hunter experiences. The bear camp is located on the North-West side of Thunder Bay approximately 140km from the city.

What to expect hunting at Armistice Lake Outfitters 

Armistice Lake Outfitters offers a 7 day hunt package for those wishing to pursue a bear hunt experience like no other, perfect for those wishing to pursue a 2023 spring bear hunt like no other. The package includes accommodations, active bait locations, a surplus of amenities throughout your stay and of course, exceptional fishing.

Along with your hunt, you can expect to have ample fishing opportunities for the beloved Walleye and Northern Pike species. The lake is 12.8sqkm and is located within zone 6 of the FMZ’s. Avid hunter, angler and guide Karl Lindstrom provides his guests with memorable hunt and fishing experiences in Northwestern Ontario’s cherish Superior Country.

Operating in WMU:
15b

Spring Season:
May 1^st – June 15^th

Fall Season:
August 15^th – November 30^th

Website:
https://www.armisticelakeoutfitters.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010915123020

Gallery:
https://www.armisticelakeoutfitters.com/bear-hunting-1 

Nipigon River Bear Hunts – Drive-in Outfitter!

Plan your hunt in the plentiful WMU’s of 21A and 13, get the chance to fish the famous Nipigon River and fall in love with the Superior Country region at the most northern tip of Lake Superior. Known for exceptional outdoor experiences, avid life-long hunter, fisher, and trapper Bob Bearman delivers you the opportunity to make your bear hunt dreams come true. With over 42 years in business, clients from all over the world have chosen to hunt with Nipigon River Bear Hunts.

What to expect hunting at Nipigon River Bear Hunts

Located Nipigon, Ontario, Nipigon River Bear Hunts is conveniently located just over an hour east of Thunder Bay International Airport. If you chose to drive directly to Nipigon, travel just 2 hours east of the Pigeon River Border crossing or 6.5 hours north-west of the Sault Ste. Marie Border Crossing. Upon arriving you’ll meet with Bob Bearman at his main shop based on Highway 11/17. Depending on time of arrival you’ll be able to begin hunting the same day or following morning at one of his many stands located up the picturesque 81 Road on Highway 17.

Along with your bear hunt, you’ll be able to fish the famous Nipigon River, home to the World Record Brook Trout. Aside from Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Walleye and 4 species of Salmon are also common catches. Spending most of his evenings fishing, you’ll likely be able to join Bob to get insider tips and tactics while fishing the river. You can also choose to fish from shore, from the marina docks or bring your own boat!

Rediscover (or newly discover), Nipigon in Ontario’s Superior country. Be greeted by locals, fish the famous Nipigon River and take your chance to experience ample bear hunting opportunities through Nipigon River Bear Hunts.

Operating in WMU:
21A & 13

Spring Season:
May 1^st – June 15^th

Fall Season:
August 15^th – October 31^st

Website:
http://www.nipigonriverbearhunt.com/?fbclid=IwAR0MfJwJxs_KjnKg903m-BfQitqsXo2GJp2g7E3zuL19H5lpNhTO_qC7wl8

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/bob.bearman.3

Arrow Wild TV Feature:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IffR51z0eKg

Further information, links, and resources are listed below.

Anyone wishing to hunt black bear must have the following:
– Outdoors Card
– Black bear license listed on your license summary
– Black bear tag or be party hunting with a person who has a valid bear tag
– Proof of firearm accreditation if you are hunting with a gun
– Non-residents are also required to have a black bear hunting validation certificate.

It is illegal to:
– Possess a bear gallbladder that has been separated from the carcass
– Let spoil or to abandon the flesh of any harvested game wildlife, including black bear, that is suitable for food
– Hunt black bears within 400 meters of a waste disposal site, regardless of whether the land is Crown or private
– Shoot or interfere with black bears in their dens, or damage or destroy their dens

Ontario Black Bear Hunting Regulations Summary:
https://www.ontario.ca/document/ontario-hunting-regulations-summary/black-bear