Kamchatka Peninsula is famous for its nature. This region is rich in rivers, lakes, which means it is suitable for fishing. But hunters will also enjoy it, as the world of animals and birds is diverse.
Big game
Which trophy is one of the most coveted? This, of course, is the clubfoot owner of the forest. In the region referred to in this article, the most common hunting for brown bear. Other species of animals live in Kamchatka: rams, wolves, moose, lynxes, and wolverines. But most often they come to this peninsula for the sake of the largest predator. Kamchatka brown bear differs from its relatives in large sizes. In well-fed times, a male can weigh 700 kilograms. The usual weight of females is 160–362 kilograms, males - from 250 to 416 kilograms.
How to get
This is a dangerous hunt. They don’t go to a bear alone. Careful preparation is required, which is best done with an experienced instructor. The spring season of hunting in Kamchatka for a bear opens on April 25 and lasts until May 25. Autumn begins in late August and ends in October. At this time, the predator wakes up, leaves the den after winter hibernation and begins to eat intensely. Therefore, it can be lured by arranging a bait. That is, he is left with complementary foods in his habitat. Thus, it is easy to track the animal and make a well-aimed shot. A raid is also organized. This will require the help of beaters and dogs. The principle of such a bear hunt in Kamchatka is not difficult to understand. People and dogs scare the predator, making noise and forcing the clubfoot to run in the direction where the clubfoot hid.
Useful tools
To become the owner of a wonderful trophy, you need to shoot accurately, and also have special, carefully prepared weapons. Long-range rifles and rifles with a telescopic sight are especially appreciated when hunting in Kamchatka. Brave people go to the bear. Therefore, it may be necessary to shoot at close range when the predator is nearby. For this, you can use the usual double-barreled gun. It must be remembered that a miss can cost a hunter life. A wounded beast is also dangerous. Pain and hatred of the person who caused it can cause him to attack. And then the hunter himself will be in the role of prey. Do not flaunt and let the bear get too close.
Save life
It may happen that you are alone with the animal. Do not rely on the fact that you will be able to kill him with one shot. It is better to scare away the bear with a loud noise, for example, by shooting into the air. It is also recommended to stand straight, smoothly raising your hands up. So the bear considers the signal of your body and understands that it is a large, confident opponent. Do not bend down or hide, that is, take a pose of uncertainty and fear. If the animal attacks, a small chance of escape remains. They advise you to lie face down on the ground and pretend to be dead. So you have to lie and not move until the predator leaves. But this method is suitable for those who have tremendous self-control.
Hunting rules
You must remember the basic rules. The main thing is that hunting is possible only with a license. You also need to know that you can not kill a bear with cubs. A wounded beast can be chased for two days after being wounded. Illegal prey is prohibited. It includes hunting out of season and setting traps. Unfortunately, poaching is also common, as is the legal hunting of a bear in Kamchatka. The main trophies for those who hunt illegally are the bile of a predator, its claws and paws. The population of bears in Kamchatka is growing, their number reaches almost 18,000 individuals. If allowed to destroy these animals spontaneously, then very soon the situation may change. Now about 1,200 hunting licenses for the Kamchatka brown bear are issued per year.
Going on a dangerous hunt, carefully prepare yourself and then you will definitely expect luck in Kamchatka.