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In Oregon, we cannot use bait or dogs to hunt bear. The rules specifically say scent only. I've heard corn works well as far as bait goes, but since we can't use bait, I was thinking about using the juice from canned corn. Any other suggestions on scents or other methods>
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if you cant use corn, then you cant use corn juice. the scent that there talking about is bear scent. -
If you can use food scents , try the syrup like scents like buck-lickers. On the contrary, buck-lickers may be considered bait so it would be best to check with your local game warden or the state DNR.Comment
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Go to the spice section in the grocery store and get a bottle of oil of anise. It is the flavoring in black licorice candy and bears love the stuff. When I lived in Ak the stores was always sold out in the spring and summer 'cause of bear hunters. You can put this stuff in a spray bottle and spray it around or use a scent wick. They also love the smell to cooking bacon. One of my AK buds got his brownie when it came to the smell of breakfast cooking.Comment
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I agree with Del. Anise oil is very strong stuff, works great. I have also heard of burning honey.Comment
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One of my Alaskan buddies swore by burning honey in a can over a sterno stove. I just don't want to fool with fire when other things are just as good.Comment
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A bunch of good ideas above. I think that anything sweet smelling should do the trick.Comment
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My first bear was heading strait for my buddies Honey burn. I decided not to burn that day, but could smell my buddies burn. He was far away from me and I could smell. it. I made a stove with sterno and a coffee can. and put honey and anise oil in a smaller veggie can.Comment
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Del in KS is right and +1 for you sir!Comment
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Anise oil like Del said!Comment
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