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Idaho Fish and Game

Southeast Region
Black Bear

Units 68, 68A, 70, 73 and 73A: Extend general spring and fall seasons to western portion of the region

Extend general spring and fall seasons (no bait, no hounds) to the western portion of the region where black bear harvest opportunity is not currently available. Black bear densities are low in these areas but reports have increased in recent years. This would allow hunters to harvest a bear if encountered but harvest is likely to be minimal.


Black Bear Seasons for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 (Females with young are protected)

Units

Take Season

Dogs Prohibited

Dog Training

Notes

Proposed Changes

68, 68A, 70,73,73A

Aug 30 - Oct 31
April 15 - June 30
Aug 30 - Oct 31
April 15 - June 30
July 1 - July 31

Bait Prohibited

New general spring and fall hunting opportunity to Units 68, 68A, 70, 73, and 73A.  Bait prohibited.

 

Species
Black Bear
GMU
GMU: 68
GMU: 68A
GMU: 70
GMU: 73
GMU: 73A
Tag Category
General Hunt