More Information on Colorado Black Bear Hunting Guides Trips Outfitters
Colorado Black bear scientific name is Ursus americanus. Colorado black bear population is an estimated 8,000 to 12,000 with 25% black and 75% shades of brown.
Hunting dates for bowhunters,muzzleloader hunters and rifle hunters seeking trophy black bear in Colorado should be verified through the Division of Wildlife big game seasons. Black bear seasons run concurrent with deer and elk seasons.
Colorado black bear hunters should dress similiarly to deer and elk hunters. Most hunters wear layers of high quality clothing and are able to put on or take off clothing as the temperature dictates.Footwear should offer good ankle support and be waterproof. Wet feet are no fun when hunting black bear. Colorado black bear hunting physical requirements for archery hunters,muzzleloaders and rifle hunters require that a hunter be of sound physical shape. Most bear hunting takes place in the mountainous regions of the state and spot and stalk hunting is usually the norm. Hunters with any physical handicaps should ask specific questions of their outfitter to make sure they can accomodate their needs. Handicap hunters for Colorado black bear hunting include mobility impaired hunting licenses. These licenses are available for those with a mobility impairment resulting from permanent medical conditions which makes it impossible for them to hunt without the assistance of an attendant.
Resident and non resident licenses for black bear hunters in Colorado are available through the Department of Wildlife drawing.Applications are completed by mail or online with deadlines usually being in early April and the actual drawing taking place in July.
Resident and non resident licenses for black bear hunters in Colorado are available through the Department of Wildlife drawing.Applications are completed by mail or online with deadlines usually being in early April and the actual drawing taking place in July.
Blaze orange (hunter safety orange) for Colorado black bear hunting is 500 inches of blaze orange in the form of a cap/hat and a vest or the equivalent. Camo orange is illegal.
