The Alberta Fish and Game Association is hoping that results from the latest research into grizzly bear numbers in the southwest part of the province will sway wildlife officials in that direction. If possible, cougars should be brought in for registration in an unfrozen condition so the premolar tooth can be removed. The UCP government appears to be signalling its intention to reopen the spring grizzly bear hunt. Cow - large, long nose and face; eyes appear close to top of head; rectangular body proportions; 1.8 m (6 ft.) high at the shoulders; may be found alone. A University of Alberta bear expert said there is no scientific reason why the government could not allow a limited grizzly bear hunt in certain areas of the province. * These areas comprise either a portion of one WMU or all of one WMU and a portion of an adjacent WMU. Cross-bows may not be used to hunt big game during archery-only seasons. Scroll down for information about hunting with cross-bows. Grizzly Bears or where adult female Grizzly Bears no longer inhabit. Coyote – A Resident, Non-resident or Non-resident Alien who holds a Non-resident/Non-resident Alien Wolf/Coyote licence may, except in WMUs 728 and 730, hunt (but not trap) coyote Today things are different. at least 100 metres (328 feet) from any tents or sleeping areas. To successfully stop a bear with firearm requires a much more precise aim, a perfectly functioning firearm and an uncommonly cool head. cougar - one of the following attached to the skin and visible: in the case of a male, the scrotum in the case of a female, a teat or a portion of a mammary gland. the complete head must be retained with the carcass of a calf moose harvested under authority of a Calf Moose Special Licence. Alberta offers a spring season for black bear that starts in April and runs through June. Historically, in Alberta, grizzly population levels were at 6,000-9,000 bears. Note: The tip of the main beam must be at least 7.6 cm (3 in.) A Non-resident or Non-resident Alien who holds a Non-resident/Non-resident Alien Wolf/Coyote Licence may hunt (but not trap) timber wolf from the opening of any big game season in a particular WMU to May 31, 2021, or until June 15, 2021 in WMUs where black bear seasons are open until June 15, 2021. to its head. See descriptions in the 2020 Alberta Hunting Draws booklet. Go to bearsmart.alberta.ca for more information on distinguishing black bears from grizzly bears. Black Bear Hunts in Alberta Canada. Note: The tip of the main beam must be at least 7.6 cm (3 in.) It is a mandatory requirement to submit the heads of deer harvested from specific WMUs for CWD testing and research purposes within 30 days of when it was killed. Though it may seem that using a firearm will guarantee safety in a bear encounter, keep in mind the following: A defensive encounter occurs when the bear is feeling stressed or threatened. If you remove testicles and penis, leave the entire scrotum intact. "You could tell the deer were quite … Red Squirrel and Badger Furthermore, it must either have a solid, sharp cutting head of at least 7/8 inch in width, or a head that, when the arrow impacts, opens to present sharp cutting edges at least 7/8 inch in width. Alberta’s closure was probably necessary, with its numbers declining, but today grizzlies have increased and reoccupied former range. In some areas of the province, hunters require special licences to hunt certain species of big game – see season tables. Some Wildlife Management Units in the southern portions of the province have shorter seasons. This was a good berry year, so most will go to bed fat and wake up next spring healthy. With the exception of short quotations for review purposes, no portion of this document may be reproduced without written permission from Alberta Environment and Parks or Sports Scene Publications Incorporated. The first year of new DNA population study looks at grizzly population between Highways 1 and 11. Furthermore, it must either have a solid, sharp cutting head of at least 7/8 inch in width, or a head that, when the arrow impacts, opens to present sharp cutting edges at least 7/8 inch in width. Trophy Antelope - A male pronghorn antelope that has a horn at least 12.6 cm (5 in.) Gait a series of short running dashes and bounds. Baiting for the purposes of black bear hunting is not allowed in areas with resident populations of grizzly bears. For interior silvertips, consider Copper River Outfitters or Grizzly Basin Outfitters. Non-trophy Sheep Special Licence For a coastal grizzly, I can personally recommend Trophy West Guide Outfitters. If you see cubs or an animal carcass, the bear will want to protect them. In Camp Wainwright (WMUs 728 and 730) a Resident may hunt coyote from January 5, 2021 until March 1, 2021. It is also helpful to prop the jaw open with a stick before rigor sets in. Tips and information for hunters who are hunting in bear country. the carcass is cut up and packaged for consumption at: testicles, scrotum, or udder, and in the case of deer only, the completely haired tail, or, the head with horns or antlers attached if the animal has horns or antlers, or. We have a 100% success rate on our Alberta bear hunts and our hunters consistently take mature boars (not females or small males) each year. Antlers have individual tines off main beams. It’s not necessary for the full hind quarter of meat to remain intact while still bearing the required evidence, provided that portion of the leg and tendon where the tag is attached also has the evidence of sex, species or class still attached to it. ** Some exceptions apply. miles). Baiting for Wolves and Coyotes - On public land, hunters cannot use bait for hunting wolves or coyotes except a) from Dec. 1 to Mar. Alberta Bush Adventures offers spring and fall black bear hunting. Please refer to the 2020 Alberta Guide to Trapping Regulations, available in September 2020. Skunk may be hunted and trapped. The hunting of grizzly bears in Alberta has been suspended since 2006, and a conviction for illegally killing one carries a maximum fine of $100,000 and/or one year in jail. We hunt over bait and can … Deboning: a hunter can debone a carcass while in the field and still follow the requirements described above for moose, elk, deer, antelope, bison and non-trophy sheep. This can be a physical hunt and sometimes many stalks are needed to cut off, get above or catch up with these bruins. There is no restriction on arrow length, however it must have a tip that bears a head that is not intentionally designed to resist being withdrawn after it has penetrated an object. b) on public lands in the Green Area to which he or she has the right of access to hunt, from the opening day of a big game season in a particular WMU to May 31, 2021 or until June 15 if the hunting is in a WMU that has a spring season for black bear ending on that date. in length. Views from below, in front, or any other perspective other than "in profile" will not provide for accurate judgement. You must call ahead to arrange a time to complete the registration process; Cougar (the skull and skin must be submitted, complete with the evidence of sex attached and visible). Persons hunting big game with a cross-bow must use an authorized cross-bow and arrow (bolt). The contents of this website are provided free-of-charge to all hunters in Alberta. In these cases, the bear is not showing signs of stress and is: For additional perspective on the effectiveness of bear spray for hunters, see: For information on the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC) certified bear-resistant products, visit the IGBC website at: Mandatory measures remain in effect provincewide, To Live Or Die In Bear Country: Counting The Seconds In Your Grizzly Moment Of Truth, When noise levels are high due to wind, heavy rain or running water, When sightlines are short because of heavy cover, bends in trails or when approaching hills. in length that has a tip that bears a head that is not intentionally designed to resist being withdrawn after it has penetrated an object. Bears in our area can be up to 7-8 feet and 450+lbs., although the average is about 6 feet nose to tail, and weigh about 350 lbs. Tail often held erect and "flagged" when animal runs. Hunters are asked to remove their tree stands at the end of the hunting seasons unless permission has been granted by the landholder to do otherwise. Upon killing an animal, a partner must immediately inform the primary licence holder (and vice versa – if the primary licence holder kills the animal, he or she must immediately inform the partner) of the killing. Bears are not always immediately felled by a bullet. NOTE: Antlered moose, elk and deer must NOT be tagged around the antler base. Be sure to view the ram's head from a horizontal plane and in profile, with the front of the right and left horn bases aligned. Some rams may not be legal even if they are old or have horns severely broomed or with turned up tips. WMUs 728 and 730 — Bow and arrow or muzzle loader N26 - N28, Rifle N30 - D12 And then some may die. Prepare to use your bear spray. Refer to the 2020 Alberta Hunting Draws booklet for details on what seasons will be open and how to apply for special licences. The publisher is responsible for the content of this publication, and is licensed by Alberta Environment and Parks to publish the summary of the hunting regulations contained herein. The encounter ended their hunt at that location. Bow and arrow or muzzle loader — N26 - N28 Porcupine, rabbit, hare, raccoon and woodchuck may be hunted, but not trapped**, without a licence throughout the province, at all times of the year. A Bowhunting Permit, as required by bowhunters using conventional archery equipment, is not required by persons who are hunting with cross-bows. Combination hunts are popular in the fall, and black bears are so numerous in B.C. Antlerless - A white-tailed deer, moose or elk that is not "antlered" (as defined above). Where parts are required to be submitted, they must be submitted at the time the animal is registered in person by the hunter who killed the animal. A cyclist riding on a trail near Jasper, Alberta was attacked by a grizzly and spared from any major injuries thanks to a can of pepper spray. Grizzly bears can be extremely protective of food sources. 2004. A Bowhunting Permit is required in combination with a big game licence. Before you leave home, make a plan for lowering the risks and for responding safely in a bear encounter. Camp Wainwright Deer Special Licence (WMUs 728 and 730) A bear can run up to 60 km/hour. Ears prominent; tail compact, rope-like, and black tipped; rump patch white. We concentrate our grizzly hunting on the berries that grow on open slopes from August through mid-September while bears are very active trying to put on as much fat as possible in advance of the winter hibernation. The meat will not be tainted. Full-Curl Trophy Sheep - A male bighorn sheep with horns, one of which is of sufficient size that when viewed in profile, its tip extends upward beyond a straight line drawn from the rear-most point of the base of the horn to the centre of the nostril. A Resident may, without a licence, hunt (but not trap) timber wolf from the opening of any big game season in a particular WMU to May 31, 2021, or until June 15, 2021 in WMUs where black bear seasons are open until June 15, 2021. In accordance with federal regulations, cross-bows may not be used for waterfowl hunting. Alberta Man Lands $13K Fine For Killing Collared Grizzly Bear Grizzly Bears Breaking Into Cabins Prompt Alberta Warnings Alberta's Grizzly Population Is On The Rise The Alberta government’s recent decision to suspend the province’s grizzly bear hunt for 2010 is good news for the bears. Alberta and the Mackenzies closed grizzly hunting many years ago. All bears are individuals and so all bear encounters will be unique. Skunk may be hunted and trapped. There are an estimated 15,000 grizzly bears in British Columbia. Being quiet, using animal attractants and calls and travelling alone mean that hunters place themselves at a heightened risk of a bear encounter. ** Some exceptions apply. Each season, monster black bears are taken in our camps with the top end in the 7.5 foot plus 500 pound range as well as smaller bears.Our success on our black bear … Goat (the incisor bar must be submitted); Male sheep over 1 year of age (the complete unaltered skull with horns and eyes intact, and cape and lower jaw removed) to a designated Fish and Wildlife Office. Antlered - A white-tailed deer, moose or elk having an antler exceeding 10.2 cm (4 in.) Grizzly Bears live in dens during the winter and can hibernate up to 7 months. Tags must remain affixed until, in the case of, To tag your kill using the adhesive tag that comes with your licence, attach the wire loop to the animal as described above for various species and classes. To successfully deter a bear with bear spray, you need only spray a cloud of bear spray at the approaching animal. Six bears killed in total for the season. NOTE: It is unlawful, with the following exceptions, to allow the pelt of any furbearing animal to be wasted: It is not legally necessary to salvage pelts of 1) furbearing animals taken in accordance with regulations authorizing control of problem wildlife, or 2) coyotes harvested, by residents, outside of public lands in the Green Area. White-tailed Deer - Body colour grey to reddish brown, under body white. Camp Wainwright Deer Special Licence (WMUs 728 and 730), except in WMUs 728 and 730, hunt (but not trap), Access for Control of Livestock Predation, open.alberta.ca/publications/hunting-by-treaty-indians-in-alberta-rights-responsibilities, 2020 Alberta Guide to Trapping Regulations, the carcass is delivered to a premises in respect of which there is a Food Establishment Permit issued under the Public Health Act or Licence for the Operation of an Abattoir issued under the Meat Inspection Act, or. See page 13 for Designated Offices for registering sheep. a) throughout the year on privately owned land and on public land in the White Area, to which he or she has the right of access to hunt; Woodland Caribou - Woodland Caribou are classified as threatened animals in Alberta. A bear that does not die immediately can become increasingly aggressive, putting you at greater risk of injury. He said his government is committed to allowing other forms of hunting to continue. You will have an excellent opportunity to harvest a trophy class black bear and a colored bear because of our two bear limit. An authorized bow is one that is held, drawn and released by muscular power and has a draw weight of not less than 18 kg (40 lb.). WMUs 102, 104, 106, 108, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 140, 148 — O22 - O24, O26 - O28 Six “problem bears” were killed by authorities in 2016, with four being killed in 2017. This is the number of kilograms (pounds) required to draw an arrow of 71 cm (28 in.) COVID-19: State of public health emergency. A recent US study shows that in bear encounters. Then, you’ll hunt the extremely remote wilderness of northern British Columbia for your Grizzly Bear. Areas (402 - 303, 306)*, 402 - 308*, 402A*, 404B*, 406A*, 406B*, 408A*, 408B*— S10 - O31 A bear that does not leave the area once it has detected you may be curious, looking for a handout, attempting to assert its dominance or be assessing you as a potential food source. Six-point Elk - A male Elk bearing an antler that is composed of a main beam from which project not fewer than five tines, each of which is at least 7.6 cm (3 in.) If you see either, back away from them. Red Fox There are 700 grizzly bears in Yellowstone. Scroll down for information about hunting with cross-bows. We have also many color phased bears ranging from blonde, cinnamon, and brown to black. Hunters are reminded that when big game (including boned meat) or game birds are taken to a business for butchering or other related processing services, there are requirements for the business to keep a record of the wildlife that has been submitted. Copyright in Provincial Statutes and Regulations, whether in print or electronic format, belongs to the Province of Alberta. in length. A bowhunter who obtains an Antlered Moose Special Licence, Antlerless Moose Special Licence, Calf Moose Special Licence, Antlered Mule Deer Special Licence, Antlerless Mule Deer Special Licence, Antlered White-tailed Deer Special Licence, Antlerless White-tailed Deer Special Licence, Antlered Elk Special Licence, Antlerless Elk Special Licence or Landowner Special Licence may, if an early archery season is offered, hunt under the authority of that licence during the archery season but only in the WMU specified on the licence and only for the type and species of animal for which the licence was issued. Grizzly Bears are well-adapted for digging, hunting, grazing and rooting, and these bears are omnivorous. The population and harvest data can then be used to determine the harvest goals or quotas for following years. If you spot a grizzly bear, call the province’s 24-hour Report A Poacher line at 1-800-642-3800. The spring grizzly hunt issues 73 hunting licences, however, the hunt suspended in southern Alberta. Mandatory measures remain in effect provincewide. There are also fall black bear seasons—an opportunity to harvest a … WMUs 138, 142, 144, 150, 151, 152, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166 — S28 - O3 Persons hunting big game must use an authorized bow and an authorized arrow. the head (complete with the skin on it) if the animal has no horns or antlers, the complete skull plate with horns or antlers intact must be retained with the carcass of the male antelope, male elk or male non-trophy sheep. 1993 - Trade ban on bear paws, gall bladders, and genetalia imposed. in length. The primary licence holder must, immediately upon arriving at the carcass, tag the animal in the normal fashion (click here for more information). A University of Alberta bear expert said there is no scientific reason why the government could not allow a limited grizzly bear hunt in certain areas of the province. Mule Deer - Body colour grey to brownish grey, under body white. Season Dates And Locations (click here for Month Abbreviations). WMUs 102, 104, 106, 108, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 140, 148 — O19 - O24 Moose Be Careful! Whether your encounter is near or far, new bullets, like the Hornady ELD-X , are designed for accuracy beyond 600 yards. On the last day of the hunt, you’ll fly back to Whitehorse. A premolar tooth will be retained for aging. Please refer to the 2020 Alberta Guide to Trapping Regulations, available in September 2020. Female Grizzlies begin mating at the age of 6 years and their litters are comprised of 1-3 cubs. A resident may, without a licence from November 1 - February 28, 2021, hunt (but not trap) bobcat in WMUs 102, 104, 106, 108, 112, 116, 118, 119 and in the portion of WMU 110 that lies east of highway 2 and south of highway 3. Join us for one of the best black bear hunting experiences that you'll find anywhere in North America. 1996 -All grizzly bear hunting in BC put on LEH 2001 - Moratorium on the spring grizzly bear hunt. Three-point Elk - A male Elk bearing an antler that is composed of a main beam from which project not fewer than two tines, each of which is at least 7.6 cm (3 in.) Porcupine, rabbit, hare, raccoon and woodchuck may be hunted, but not trapped**, without a licence throughout the province, at all times of the year. Close and secure the loop by affixing the adhesive tag over the free ends of. In the case of moose, elk, deer, antelope, bison and non-trophy sheep the evidence of sex, species and class must remain attached to the carcass (cannot be surgically or otherwise removed) until: The evidence of sex, species or class that must be retained is as follows: To retain the scrotum or udder, cut to one side of the scrotum or udder when opening the animal for gutting. Study a ram carefully when determining its trophy status. 1976 - Compulsory Inspection of all human caused grizzly mortalities implemented. After harvesting any of the animals listed below, a hunter or guide who has personally accompanied a Non-resident or Non-resident Alien hunter must register the kill at a Fish and Wildlife office within the specified time period. Timber Wolf Non-trophy Antelope Special Licence WMUs 138, 142, 144, 150, 151, 152, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166 — O1 - O3, O5 - O7 that a black bear tag is usually included with a grizzly hunt in spring or fall. The hunter or other members of the public that approach a bait area that has been claimed by a grizzly could face a serious conflict if the grizzly defends its food source. In such an encounter, the bear may show some of the following behaviours: Hunters have an important role in preventing human-bear encounters and bear mortalities. Trophy Antelope Special Licence Rifle — N30 - D2, D3 - D5, D7 - D9, D10 - D12 From 2016 to 2016, 13 grizzly bears were illegally killed in Alberta. I would love to hunt grizzly bears in Alberta some day. Inland grizzlies tend to be much smaller than their coastal relatives. WMU 300 Elk Special Licence — S9 - O24, O25 - D24, D25 - F21, 2021 31, or b) during an open season for the hunting of black bear where the setting out, use and possession of bait for the purpose of hunting black bear is permitted. Even older grizzly bears can climb trees that have large enough branches. Areas 416, 418A*, 418B*, 418C*, 420, 422A*, 426A*, 430B*, 432, 434A*, 434B*, 437, 438A*, 438C*, 438D*, 440, 442, 444, 445A*, 445B*, 446 — S10 - O31 There are roughly 65 Grizzly bears in Banff National Park (6,641 km 2 or 2,500 sq. When a bear is charging in your direction at that speed you will likely not have time to load, accurately aim and discharge your firearm. from the base of the last tine counted. All kills must be registered at a Fish and Wildlife office. It also provides the dates and locations of the harvest. Leave the area the way that you came. Bobcat Try to stay just far enough away for a calm, collected follow-up shot. This valuable information, provided by hunters, is essential for managing cougar, goat, trophy sheep and wolves in Alberta. An authorized arrow is one that is not less than 61 cm (24 in.) Please review the following instructions. Grizzly bear seasons open in the spring or autumn depending on local regulations and jurisdictions. Don't let a careless moment result in an injury to you or your party or the needless death of a bear. A Resident may, without a licence and at all times of the year, hunt (but not trap) red fox on any privately owned land to which he or she has the right of access. Gait a series of stiff-legged bounds. If you skin your game, the scrotum or udder must remain attached to the portion of which the tag is affixed. Note: The following applies to bowhunting other than with a cross-bow. With a current population estimate of 691 bears in Alberta, the species requires legal protection from harm, not deliberate killing, say Alberta’s conservation organizations. For years, the AFGA has advocated for a limited grizzly bear hunt to be reinstated in Alberta, after it was suspended in 2006. Bowhunters are reminded that, in some situations, archery-only seasons for some species may be in progress at the same time as primitive weapon and rifle seasons for other species in the same WMU. Except for the hunting of black bear, coyote, cougar or wolf under the circumstances as outlined under Access for Control of Livestock Predation, a Bowhunting Permit is required by anyone who hunts big game, game bird, wolf or coyote with a bow and arrow. Summaries that include additional information on registering game animals taken under Constitutionally recognized hunting rights can be viewed at open.alberta.ca/publications/hunting-by-treaty-indians-in-alberta-rights-responsibilities. Serious attacks are rare, but you must always be cautious and alert when outdoors. However, younger grizzlies still have the curved claws that enable them to climb trees to avoid danger. Back in 2006, the grizzly bear hunting season was suspended owing to concerns over dwindling populations. Antelope Archery Special Licence Compulsory registration provides information about the relative numbers of males, females and young in big game populations. WMUs 102, 104, 106, 108, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166 — S1 - S26 While the Prairie population of Grizzly bears is locally extinct in Alberta, according to Parks Canada there are around 20,000 Grizzlies in western Alberta, the Yukon, Northwest Territories and British Columbia. This includes recording the date, the name and address of the person who delivered the wildlife, the name and address of the person who killed the wildlife and their wildlife certificate number or wildlife identification number (WIN), the number of the licence under whose purported authority the wildlife was killed, and (if applicable) the tag number, and a description of the wildlife that in the case of a big game animal includes its sex. Tail large and bushy, brown on upper surface and white on lower surface. The use of dogs is prohibited. Four Alberta grizzly bear scientists concur that population on provincial land is ‘less than 700 bears’. Antlers present on males only. Calf - small, short nose and face; eyes appear more centered between tip of nose and top of head; squarish body proportions; 1.2 m (4 ft.) high at the shoulder; seldom seen found alone. at least 3.5 metres (11.5 feet) above ground, at least 1.5 metres (5 feet) from nearby trees or other vertical access features, and. Hunting in bear territory requires extra caution. The black bear inhabits most of Alberta's forested land. from the base of the last tine counted. Back away. Each year, around 250 are taken by hunters. Contact a Fish and Wildlife office for further information. The grizzly bear prefers more open areas in the mountains, foothills and parts of northern Alberta. Note: The following applies to bowhunting other than with a cross-bow. As you back away, seek out a place of safety. in length. Age structure and sex ratios provide an indication of population productivity (how many young survive to become adults) and status (increasing, decreasing or stable). The bear cubs are born in the winter dens in January or February. AEP has incorporated improvements to the sheep registration protocol which include the use of a new jig as well as allowing a Non-resident/Non-resident Alien hunter to have their guide register their ram on their behalf. These baiting restrictions do not apply to WMUs 102-166, to persons hunting under authority of a trapping licence, or on any private land. Trophy Sheep - A male bighorn sheep with horns, one of which is of sufficient size that a straight line drawn from the most anterior point of the base of the horn to the tip of the horn extends beyond the anterior edge of the eye when viewed in profile. Area 410 — S10 - N30 Other Animals Registration Deadlines – Deadlines for registering harvests are: Persons registering goat, sheep, bison, cougar, bobcat and wolf are required to provide the following information: As part of the registration process, trophy sheep horns will be fitted with a permanent identification marker. Each wolf or coyote bait site must have a readily observable sign showing the owner’s name, WiN, Big Game Outfitter Permit Number, or Big Game Guide’s Designation Number. The Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC) has produced a short video to encourage hunters to carry bear spray. As of now, there are only two reasons you’re allowed to shoot them in the region. Website by SportS scene Publications Inc. © 2020, elk, deer, antelope, bison and non-trophy sheep. It may have been surprised by your sudden appearance or feels you are a threat to itself, its cubs or its food source. Watch it here: For more advice on how hunters should respond in bear encounters, see the section If You Encounter a Bear below. Keep your eye on the bear without staring at it aggressively. You'll experience our North-Central Alberta, Canada, hunting zone, where there is little local pressure on the bears since it is a non-baiting zone. Antlers branched and present on males only. Holders of a Landowner Special Licence are subject to the terms/conditions of their licence. Trichinosis - To prevent possible trichinosis, a parasitic infection, bear and cougar meat should be thoroughly cooked before it is consumed by humans or pets. Click here for details. Grizzly bears are brown in color although not all brown bears inhabiting the interior of Alaska, British Columbia, Alberta, the Yukon, and Northwest Territories are grizzlies. Bowhunters with appropriate general or special licences may hunt during the general seasons, archery-only seasons and primitive weapon seasons. An authorized cross-bow is one that requires 100 pounds or more of pull to draw the string or cable to its cocked position. Other animals may be marked in another manner or retained for examination. In 2002, their numbers dropped to around 1,000, and in 2006 there was a hunting ban, but it was not until their population fell to 691 in 2010 that they became listed as a threatened species in Alberta. Areas I used to hunt for black bear north and west of Peace river are now closed to baiting due to grizzly bears moving into the area and game wardens wish to keep human/grizzly encounters/problems to a minimum. Either Sex Elk Special Licence A Resident may, without a licence and at all times of the year, hunt or trap red squirrel and badger on any privately owned land to which he or she has the right of access. Constitutionally recognized hunting rights can be extremely protective of food sources still have the claws. 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