A second vote on the hunt must be taken by the state in August, but all indications point to a 187-quota hunt that could last ...

Those amounts are far too low. The state hasn’t had a bear hunt in a decade. Many hunters would happily pay a premium to be one of the selected few who get to shoot one of the 187 bears.

The state's latest plan to manage the black bear population shows a much larger population than its last estimate. More hunting would fund more conservation and research.

Hunting would be allowed within what are known as “bear management units” that have at least 200 bears. Bear hunting has long been a controversial issue in Florida.

Florida’s bear populations are on the rise, and a growing number of people in the Sunshine State are calling for a new black bear hunting season. In mid-December, at the urging of local ...

As Maryland's bear season begins, hunting as a means of population control remains controversial. Skip to content. All Sections. Subscribe Now. 83°F. Friday, June 13th 2025 ...

Vermont's bear hunting season is starting on Sept. 1 and will continue through Nov. 24 with early and late seasons. Hunters are restricted to one bear.