Do you want to hunt for a black bear, a cinnamon,

a blond, a dark brown or even a spotted bear?

We call these "nose on four legs." They are hard to

bag but we have lots of experience hunting bears.

During the 2010 season, we are limiting bear hunters to 3. This will ensure that we have a good number of bears and a possibility of a trophy animal for you. The bears in this area of Colorado have a nice, heavy hide and excellent claws. Colorado only has a fall bear hunting season so the bear population is quite good.

We have two big, trophy size old bears in the area. One is dark brown and the other is black.

We found some tracks measuring 7 inches across front feet. So far, nobody has gotten these smart, old bears.

You will see bears averaging 150 - 200 pounds. Sometimes you will see a sow accompanied by her cub(s). Two years ago, we saw a female with three cubs. They are off limits but always fun to watch.  Last year we identified at least 6 different bears in the area. How many more are roaming around our hunting acreage is anyone's guess.

So, if you are looking for a really exciting hunt, we would suggest a bear hunt.

If you want the ultimate experience, go for an archery tag. It always gives me goose bumps when one of the big bears shows up at a distance of 30 yards or less. Black bears are extremely smart and easily spooked. They are totally wild animals. Baiting and hunting with dogs is illegal in Colorado. The success rate of these challenging hunts is 50% for experienced hunters.

You can be very proud when you bag one of these hard-to-get trophies.

Bears have been a mystery and have fascinated hunters for hundreds of years. Native Americans considered the bear to be one of the smartest of all animals. Bear claw necklaces were proudly worn as proof of an experienced hunter.

There are various requirements, restrictions and regulations regarding bear hunting in Colorado. We suggest that you check the web site of the Colorado Division of Wildlife for information.

Their web site is www.wildlife.state.co.us

Colorado's licensing system can be a bit confusing. Hunting with Trujillo Creek Outfitters will put you in the hunting area identified as number 85.

The application deadline for this year's drawing is

April 6, 2010.

If you don't get a license in the drawing, and we are not able to provide you with a landowner permit (without additional costs for the landowner permit) contact us within 14 days after the drawing, and your down payment will be refunded in full

Sometimes there is a possibility to get a leftover license or over the counter license. If you are interested, let us know and we will inform you about availability.

       old knife - handle made of       old Indian Rattle

       bear lower jaw

huge bear track - 2006

** Archery (over the counter w/ cap)                   Sept    2. - Sept 26.                     

** Muzzle Loading (over the counter w/ cap)       Sept  11. - Sept 19.

Rifle (over the counter w/ cap)                              Sept    2. - Sept 30.

** Licenses valid in specified season only.

Licenses are not valid in regular deer or elk season.

To participate in the unlimited seasons, a hunter must also hold

a deer or elk license for the same unit(s) and season

NOTE:

PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK ALL PERMIT INFO, HUNTING SEASON INFO

AND LICENSE FEE INFO WITH THE DIVISION OF WILDLIFE.

WE CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CHANGES.

License Fees Bear 2010 

Resident                        $   44.00

Non Resident                 $ 354.00