{"title":"Black Bear Hunts","description":"\u003cp\u003eEvery black bear hunt we offer.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"arizona-black-bear","title":"Arizona Black Bear","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"127\" data-start=\"91\" data-section-id=\"tir8i0\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"127\" data-start=\"94\"\u003eArizona Black Bear Hunt (OTC)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"132\" data-start=\"129\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"154\" data-start=\"134\" data-section-id=\"1vz0cip\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"154\" data-start=\"137\"\u003eHunt Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"433\" data-start=\"156\"\u003eThe outfitter offers fully guided Arizona black bear hunts in rugged mountain and canyon country, providing a flexible and highly engaging predator hunting experience. With over-the-counter (OTC) tags available, hunters can pursue bears annually without the need to draw a tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"697\" data-start=\"435\"\u003eThese hunts offer multiple hunting methods, allowing each hunter to choose their preferred style. From high-adrenaline hound chases to strategic bait setups or classic spot-and-stalk pursuits, each hunt is tailored to maximize opportunity and overall experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"859\" data-start=\"699\"\u003eArizona is home to a wide range of color-phase black bears, including cinnamon, chocolate, blonde, and traditional black, adding to the uniqueness of each hunt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"864\" data-start=\"861\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3072\" data-start=\"3058\" data-section-id=\"19mzpgt\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3072\" data-start=\"3061\"\u003ePricing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3111\" data-start=\"3074\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3111\" data-start=\"3074\" data-section-id=\"wrtsnf\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3109\" data-start=\"3076\"\u003eStarting at $9,000 per hunter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3116\" data-start=\"3113\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"885\" data-start=\"866\" data-section-id=\"19g64f4\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"885\" data-start=\"869\"\u003eHunt Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1039\" data-start=\"887\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"929\" data-start=\"887\" data-section-id=\"yufc95\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"902\" data-start=\"889\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arizona (varies by unit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"966\" data-start=\"930\" data-section-id=\"1cfkf5x\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"944\" data-start=\"932\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Black Bear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"998\" data-start=\"967\" data-section-id=\"tm8w8p\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"983\" data-start=\"969\"\u003eHunt Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Guided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1039\" data-start=\"999\" data-section-id=\"1kfhoyq\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1014\" data-start=\"1001\"\u003eTag Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over-the-Counter (OTC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1060\" data-start=\"1041\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1058\" data-start=\"1041\"\u003eSeason Dates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1127\" data-start=\"1061\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1100\" data-start=\"1061\" data-section-id=\"1ketbdj\"\u003eSpring: May – June (unit dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1127\" data-start=\"1101\" data-section-id=\"roh1t1\"\u003eFall: August – October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1132\" data-start=\"1129\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1157\" data-start=\"1134\" data-section-id=\"otic1p\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1157\" data-start=\"1137\"\u003eTrophy Potential\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1398\" data-start=\"1159\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1208\" data-start=\"1159\" data-section-id=\"atpj88\"\u003eOpportunity at mature boars in remote country\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1280\" data-start=\"1209\" data-section-id=\"u7ffiv\"\u003eMultiple \u003cstrong data-end=\"1241\" data-start=\"1220\"\u003ecolor-phase bears\u003c\/strong\u003e (cinnamon, chocolate, blonde, black)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1340\" data-start=\"1281\" data-section-id=\"1el9tok\"\u003eConsistently scouted areas with active bear populations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1398\" data-start=\"1341\" data-section-id=\"u8m5pk\"\u003eVaried terrain offering diverse hunting opportunities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1403\" data-start=\"1400\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1427\" data-start=\"1405\" data-section-id=\"1nyl6em\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1427\" data-start=\"1408\"\u003eHunting Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1475\" data-start=\"1429\"\u003eHunters may choose from the following methods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1830\" data-start=\"1477\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1586\" data-start=\"1477\" data-section-id=\"1bmh3jt\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1498\" data-start=\"1479\"\u003eSpot-and-Stalk:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1501\" data-start=\"1498\"\u003eIdeal for glassing open country and pursuing bears in a traditional Western style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1714\" data-start=\"1588\" data-section-id=\"ldtzd3\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1607\" data-start=\"1590\"\u003eBait Hunting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1610\" data-start=\"1607\"\u003eStrategically placed bait sites with trail camera monitoring and high-probability shot opportunities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1830\" data-start=\"1716\" data-section-id=\"1nqc2i4\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1736\" data-start=\"1718\"\u003eHound Hunting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1739\" data-start=\"1736\"\u003eFast-paced hunts utilizing experienced houndsmen and trained dogs for an active pursuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1835\" data-start=\"1832\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1859\" data-start=\"1837\" data-section-id=\"3fq70d\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1859\" data-start=\"1840\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2221\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1887\" data-start=\"1861\" data-section-id=\"azrui7\"\u003eFully guided bear hunt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1926\" data-start=\"1888\" data-section-id=\"mgn1zz\"\u003ePre-season scouting and area intel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1998\" data-start=\"1927\" data-section-id=\"1cy9xb4\"\u003eTrail camera monitoring and bait site preparation (when applicable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2059\" data-start=\"1999\" data-section-id=\"1wui6yd\"\u003eHounds, handlers, and tracking support (for hound hunts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2085\" data-start=\"2060\" data-section-id=\"1vimc6l\"\u003eLodging or camp setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2133\" data-start=\"2086\" data-section-id=\"2o6dqn\"\u003eField care and pack-out of harvested animal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2178\" data-start=\"2134\" data-section-id=\"1o17baa\"\u003eTag assistance and hunt planning support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2221\" data-start=\"2179\" data-section-id=\"6f0ndt\"\u003eGear checklist and travel coordination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2226\" data-start=\"2223\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2254\" data-start=\"2228\" data-section-id=\"1yr3xvs\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2254\" data-start=\"2231\"\u003eWhat’s Not Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2469\" data-start=\"2256\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2296\" data-start=\"2256\" data-section-id=\"1vq3b95\"\u003eArizona hunting license and bear tag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2336\" data-start=\"2297\" data-section-id=\"ppae5g\"\u003eTransportation to\/from hunting area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2367\" data-start=\"2337\" data-section-id=\"eyoh0x\"\u003eAirfare and rental vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2403\" data-start=\"2368\" data-section-id=\"u7c5ls\"\u003eGratuities for guides and staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2435\" data-start=\"2404\" data-section-id=\"1f9do00\"\u003ePersonal gear and equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2469\" data-start=\"2436\" data-section-id=\"1w2uo8m\"\u003eMeat processing and taxidermy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2474\" data-start=\"2471\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2503\" data-start=\"2476\" data-section-id=\"172dttg\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2503\" data-start=\"2479\"\u003eTerrain \u0026amp; Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2536\" data-start=\"2505\"\u003eHunters should be prepared for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2726\" data-start=\"2537\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2593\" data-start=\"2537\" data-section-id=\"qclon5\"\u003eRugged mountains, deep canyons, and forested terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2665\" data-start=\"2594\" data-section-id=\"nqwndm\"\u003eModerate to physically demanding conditions depending on hunt style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2726\" data-start=\"2666\" data-section-id=\"ebvlqy\"\u003eWarm early season temperatures or cooler fall conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2805\" data-start=\"2728\"\u003eHunting style and physical demand will vary depending on the selected method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2810\" data-start=\"2807\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2835\" data-start=\"2812\" data-section-id=\"8n68xz\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2835\" data-start=\"2815\"\u003eLodging \u0026amp; Access\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2958\" data-start=\"2837\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2902\" data-start=\"2837\" data-section-id=\"q9zhja\"\u003eCamp or lodge accommodations depending on unit and hunt style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2958\" data-start=\"2903\" data-section-id=\"1jioiog\"\u003eFully supported setup with meals and daily planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3051\" data-start=\"2960\"\u003eSpecific meeting locations and access details are provided upon booking based on hunt area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3056\" data-start=\"3053\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3138\" data-start=\"3118\" data-section-id=\"1uq0oyq\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3138\" data-start=\"3121\"\u003eWhy This Hunt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3461\" data-start=\"3140\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3181\" data-start=\"3140\" data-section-id=\"nt77z7\"\u003eOTC opportunity with no draw required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3240\" data-start=\"3182\" data-section-id=\"11b5gy7\"\u003eMultiple hunting methods tailored to hunter preference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3286\" data-start=\"3241\" data-section-id=\"1tfi3w\"\u003eOpportunity at multiple color-phase bears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3330\" data-start=\"3287\" data-section-id=\"6b3m4t\"\u003eExperienced guides and proven houndsmen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3388\" data-start=\"3331\" data-section-id=\"yaz8th\"\u003eFlexible scheduling with both spring and fall seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3461\" data-start=\"3389\" 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