Title

"News & Issues" piece on trouble that has erupted among competing bear hunters a

Authors

Phyllis Austin

Source

Maine Times

Date

9-28-2000

Pages

10

Abstract

"News & Issues" piece on trouble that has erupted among competing bear hunters at Nahmakanta, the state's largest public reserve. The number of so-called personal bear baiters on public lands has jumped substantially because bear hunting has become more popular. The state is increasing the number of permits being sold, but a hunter can buy no more than two sites, which have to be a half-mile apart. George Smith, executive director of the Sportsman's Alliance of Maine, said the clash between user groups is serious and needs resolution.

Subjects

Bears, Hunting

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