BANGOR DAILY NEWS • July 22, 2020
For years, there haven’t been enough bear hunters killing enough bears in Maine, so the number of bears in Maine has doubled over the past 35 years, and is now estimated at 35,000. Last week, the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife sent out a notice to prospective bear hunters, urging them to take part in this year’s hunt, and to consider hiring a Maine guide to help them have a successful hunt. Bear hunting — even with a camera instead of a gun or bow — can be a perfect outlet for people looking to get outdoors and enjoy nature.