Bears are always fun to watch and for the last five years we have had this old guy walk past within a few yards of the house during the first week of July on the way to his favorite fishing hole. And then three weeks later he passes back through on the way up valley.

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He was looking pretty old last year

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And having bears as your closest neighbors means dressing a little different every time you go out. My wife Rocky had just come in to fix lunch when I snapped this photo

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Phil Shoemaker
Alaska Master Guide,
Alaska Hunter Ed Instructor
FAA Master pilot
www.grizzlyskinsofalaska.com

Anyone who claims the 30-06 is not effective has either not used one, or else is unwittingly commenting on their marksmanship.