Joe Kondelis joins me from Cody, WY, for a great discussion centered around bears and Spring Bear Season. As President of the Western Bear Foundation, he has some fantastic perspective on all things black bears! In this episode, we discuss the onslaught of anti-hunting organizations that see spring bear hunts as "low-hanging fruit." Then, we get deep into strategies and tips for spring bear hunting. From calling, spot and stalk, and bear baiting, we touch on a little of it all to help you get closer to notching a bear tag! Joe is a wealth of knowledge on the topic, and if you're heading to the bear woods this year, don't miss this one! Western Bear Foundation on Instagram SHOW SPONSORS AND DISCOUNTS! SKRE Gear - High octane hunting attire without breaking the bank! https://www.skregear.com/ -Use Promo Code "thewesternhuntsman" for 15% off and free shipping! Phelps Game Calls - The game call company of The Western Huntsman! https://phelpsgamecalls.com/ -Use Promo Code "Huntsman10" for 10% off! The Elk Collective: An absolute game-changer in self-education. This virtual elk hunting course offers over 140 videos of instruction delivered through the best elk hunters on the planet. Use promo code "thewesternhuntsman" for $20 off the entire course, and go into the elk woods with a lot more confidence this year! Visit the website: https://theelkcollective.com/ Hoffman Boots: - Best hunting boots you'll ever own. I guarantee it! Use promo code "HUNTSMAN10" for 10% off! https://hoffmanboots.com/hoffman-mountain-boots Tactacam -Filming your hunt has never been easier and more affordable! https://www.thewesternhuntsman.com/product-category/gear/ Bait Em 907 -Use promo code "Huntsman10" for 10% off of all bear attractants and other products. https://www.baitem907.com Find us on social media. Email Jim at jim@thewesternhuntsman.com