I am interested in a spring bear hunt with crossbow in Alberta. Anyone have a recommendation for an outfitter? Thanks

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No crossbow hunting in Alberta, unless you're disabled and get a permit.

Grizz

Jim,

I went with Wizard Lake Outfitting last year. We had a fun time saw and took some great bears. My largest is pictured on my avatar. He was 7 1/2 foot bear with a 19 7/16 skull. I plan on going back soon.

Crossbows are allowed during any general season, just need a permit during archery only seasons. Bear are a general season and you can hunt with any weapon you want.

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Originally posted by Grizzly Adams:
No crossbow hunting in Alberta, unless you're disabled and get a permit.

Grizz

You can crossbow hunt all you want in Alberta during general seasons. 99% of all bear hunting in Alberta would be done in general seasons. Unless you are in an archery-only WMU, crossbows are most welcome in Alberta, whether you are disabled or not!

I stand corrected.

HUNTING WITH CROSS-BOWS

Since the fall season of 2002, cross-bows are no longer "prohibited" for hunting wildlife in Alberta.

Cross-bows may not be used to hunt big game during archery-only seasons. The only exception is for an eligible handicapped hunter who has obtained a cross-bow licence.

A Bowhunting Permit, as required by bowhunters using conventional archery equipment, is not required by persons who are hunting with cross-bows.

In accordance with federal regulations, cross-bows may not be used for waterfowl hunting.

Persons hunting big game with a cross-bow must use an authorized cross-bow and arrow (bolt). An authorized cross-bow is one that requires 100 pounds or more of pull to draw the string or cable to its cocked position. There is no restriction on arrow length however it must have a tip as described under the heading "Bowhunting" above.