Status Report – To Hunt Camps (Parry Sound District)

Feel free to click on the title, download the report………take it all in ………and “Please” feel free to leave your comments. I for one have my own thoughts but lets see what we hear from the camps in Ontario Wildlife Management unit 49. I love statistics….you can put a bunch of numbers out there, present graphs and come to some way off conclusion based on your interpretation of the data you collected, and you interpreted without gathering all the facts, Under “Black Bears ” you are suggesting to all camps that there was a “Localized Overharvest” in part of Management Unit 49………… it’ seems to me that it’s pretty hard to shoot bears if you don’t see them; you also don’t state that what you have determined to be “Overharvest” doesn’t mention the number of bears in that area of 49 that were passed up, missed, not shot at and photographed on  trail cams…………that my friend is cold hard numbers………don’t be so quick to jump to conclusions without accepting offers to observe the facts! Either present all the facts or don’t present any……..your conclusions on bear management in Unit 49 is very off the wall………! And yes I know the area very well…….

Bear Attack…….for those who have previously accused me of being paranoid………and gun happy

Emergency workers check the woods where a woman was mauled by a bear (Sept. 17, 2009)
Quebec woman dies after bear attack, car crash
A woman has died after being mauled by a bear, and then being involved in a car crash while her husband frantically rushed her to hospital in Quebec.
Forestry engineer Dragos Gavriloaia was accompanied on a trip to the woods by his wife Alexandrina, 46. They were in the forest near La Tuque, Que. Wednesday, when Dragos turned around to find the bear attacking his wife, police said.
He was able to chase the bear away and carry his seriously injured wife to his pickup truck. The nearest hospital was 90 minutes away.
Halfway to the hospital, Dragos lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a ditch.
Bystanders who passed the couple took them to hospital, but Alexandrina was pronounced dead when she arrived.
Dragos is a forest engineer and Alexandrina wanted to keep him company while he worked.
The couple lived in an apartment in Saint-Laurent, near Montreal, with their two adult children.
Residents who knew Alexandrina, a Romanian immigrant, reacted with disbelief to news of her death on Thursday.
“It’s shocking,” said the couple’s neighbour Alex Bejnaru. “I knew this lady for six years and what happened, it’s pretty tragic.”
Police said they will conduct an autopsy to determine whether it was the bear attack or the car accident caused her death.
Meanwhile, Quebec wildlife officials are reportedly on their way to La Tuque to try and capture the bear.
There have been an abnormally high number of bear sightings north of Montreal this summer. Wildlife officials have said that cool, rainy weather in recent months has produced a smaller berry crop this year. That’s left the animals to search for other sources of food.

Alaskan Chainsaw Mill

If you’re looking for a fairly inexpensive way to cut your own lumber and end up with good quality dimensional lumber, look no further. It’s by no means a quick process but with a little work, an ATV, an ATV logging arch and an Alaskan Mill you can cut logs like the ones in the photo and end up with lumber as shown in the photos.

Just a few more days until Bass Season opens…….yippeee

Well thousands of Ontario’s avid bass Fisherman will be hitting their favorite lakes to try their luck at landing some fish. I know I can’t wait to do some top water fishin……..

Where are all the Turkeys?

On my way to work on the opening day of the Turkey season, I observed one of the most comical moments. As I passed a local gas station, I observed a guy in full turkey regalia filling up his Chevy pick up. I then realized that it was opening day for Wild Turkey. Now this is when the comical side comes in; I turned the corner and drove about 3/4 of a kilometre, and there just inside the roadside fence was Old Mr’ Tom strutten his stuff………I’ll never know if the two met, but it was almost like the wise old turkey was getting the upper hand.

ATV Logging Arch

I made a recent post regarding the logging arch made by Norwood Industries for ATV’s and thought I would update that post with this recent video of my experience using it. This piece of equipment is easy to use, gets the job done and allows you to get into places that normally would require cutting trails for a tractor or a skidder. Check out my video clip, sorry for the shakes at the first of the video, it was taken with a small digital camera.

Species At Risk

I just realized that I have discovered a “Species At Risk” ………..It’s called the “True Canadian Outdoorsman” ……….you know the one who knows the bush, doesn’t get lost, knows how to use a compass, saves his own ass in a bad situation. Can shoot a “gun” (oh bad word around Toronto), catch a “Fish” well if he can find any……………..since the Ministry has pretty much stopped any stocking programs….including private clubs who are trying their best to make up for what the Ministry of Natural Resources doesn’t do. You know….the kind of person that pretty much discovered, mapped and navigated this country. Ah…….such a breed they were……..it’s truly too bad they are so close to extinction. I haven’t read any new Policies that the Government has developed to ensure they don’t become extinct. I wonder if the Government has any DNA samples ……..you know so if they ever happen along one they’re not sure of……….they could always get some hair samples from a hair snare and you know acknowledge that they do exist in Ontario. Oh yeh, I forgot then they would have to develop a Policy to “manage” us……………lmao. Doesn’t it just make you laugh your ass off………….”Species at Risk” Let’s just put it all into perspective………..Reality……….Common Sense………disappearing terms…….

Black Bears….Bears….Bear Management

Ok, people this is the way I see it; the Ministry of Natural Resources must be marching to the tune of tree huggers. I have worked in North Western BC with Black bears, and Grizzlies. The only person who would for one instant think that the current bear management policy for Ontario is a good one , has shit for brains. It will only be a matter of time; short time before some politicians son, wife, daughter, or other relative gets mauled, killed and possibly eatin before Bear Management Policy in this Province changes. There are more bears in the province of Ontario than the Ministry realizes, will acknowledge or really cares. We own 500 acres and have for over 30 years; in that time we have never seen a bear; well until the last ten………..now there presence is a common occurrence. In 5 square miles last year 13 bears were harvested during the bear hunt. This didn’t include the bears that were passed up, or that were not counted as all tags had been filled. Now lets talk about Bears in southern Ontario…..deep south………Oshawa, Pickering, Omemee (looking in the school windows during school) oh yeh………….perfect! Now onto the Ministry……lets’ hire Bear Management Technicians for 5 month’s a year to “educate” people how to “Live With” and “Accept” bears in their backyards. Give your flippin head a shake………….A friend of mine lived down a dead end road……..his children were 5 & 10 , the school board decided to save money and required his children to walk down a road 1.5 kilometres to catch the school bus. All in the name of saving the school board money….$800,000 in total for making kids in the country walk to catch a bus that used to pick them up at the door. This decision was made with full knowledge that a bear had killed a steer the year before just down the road from his house (confirmed by the Ministry of Natural Resources) and after being informed that a sow and two cubs had been spotted on the road recently. The School Boards response was to send a Conservation Officer to explain to the children if they saw a bear to back away, and gave them a sticker to put on their lunch box……..(I love it) their parents weren’t home when the CO showed up. I volunteered to go to the School Board to speak as an expert witness, as I have witnessed both Grizzlies and Black Bears in bluff charges and follow through charges……its not something a child would understand…………nor would they survive…………even with pepper spray………….which unless under the perfect conditions and with a very calm spirit………..isn’t “Worth a Shit!” The only way to defend yourself is with a 12 gauge shotgun with slugs or a 44 magnum (my preferred choice) and know how to defend yourself; know the signs of an aggressive bear and be prepared. We were certified to carry when I worked as a Forest Officer in North Western BC and had to pass a course yearly. When I returned to Ontario in 2002 I guided and baited 61 bear Baits a day in Temagami, so don’t think that I have no experience…….believe me, I’ve seen it all. Bear Management in Ontario is way out of wack……….the Ministry is going down a road that will result in not only people getting hurt, killed or maimed, but is also contributing to increased killings of calf moose …………it needs serious study, by people who know what they’re talking about, not knee jerk reactions to anti’s or non hunters. Rant all you want it’s fact……….if you don’t like it……….I hope you never run into an aggressive bear……and if you do…you better be prepared……..and cell phones don’t necessarily work everywhere…………..you may be on your own!

Black Bears….Bears….Bear Management

Ok, people this is the way I see it; the Ministry of Natural Resources must be marching to the tune of tree huggers. I have worked in North Western BC with Black bears, and Grizzlies. The only person who would for one instant think that the current bear management policy for Ontario is a good one , has shit for brains. It will only be a matter of time; short time before some politicians son, wife, daughter, or other relative gets mauled, killed and possibly eatin before Bear Management Policy in this Province changes. There are more bears in the province of Ontario than the Ministry realizes, will acknowledge or really cares. We own 500 acres and have for over 30 years; in that time we have never seen a bear; well until the last ten………..now there presence is a common occurrence. In 5 square miles last year 13 bears were harvested during the bear hunt. This didn’t include the bears that were passed up, or that were not counted as all tags had been filled. Now lets talk about Bears in southern Ontario…..deep south………Oshawa, Pickering, Omemee (looking in the school windows during school) oh yeh………….perfect! Now onto the Ministry……lets’ hire Bear Management Technicians for 5 month’s a year to “educate” people how to “Live With” and “Accept” bears in their backyards. Give your flippin head a shake………….A friend of mine lived down a dead end road……..his children were 5 & 10 , the school board decided to save money and required his children to walk down a road 1.5 kilometres to catch the school bus. All in the name of saving the school board money….$800,000 in total for making kids in the country walk to catch a bus that used to pick them up at the door. This decision was made with full knowledge that a bear had killed a steer the year before just down the road from his house (confirmed by the Ministry of Natural Resources) and after being informed that a sow and two cubs had been spotted on the road recently. The School Boards response was to send a Conservation Officer to explain to the children if they saw a bear to back away, and gave them a sticker to put on their lunch box……..(I love it) their parents weren’t home when the CO showed up. I volunteered to go to the School Board to speak as an expert witness, as I have witnessed both Grizzlies and Black Bears in bluff charges and follow through charges……its not something a child would understand…………nor would they survive…………even with pepper spray………….which unless under the perfect conditions and with a very calm spirit………..isn’t “Worth a Shit!” The only way to defend yourself is with a 12 gauge shotgun with slugs or a 44 magnum (my preferred choice) and know how to defend yourself; know the signs of an aggressive bear and be prepared. We were certified to carry when I worked as a Forest Officer in North Western BC and had to pass a course yearly. When I returned to Ontario in 2002 I guided and baited 61 bear Baits a day in Temagami, so don’t think that I have no experience…….believe me, I’ve seen it all. Bear Management in Ontario is way out of wack……….the Ministry is going down a road that will result in not only people getting hurt, killed or maimed, but is also contributing to increased killings of calf moose …………it needs serious study, by people who know what they’re talking about, not knee jerk reactions to anti’s or non hunters. Rant all you want it’s fact……….if you don’t like it……….I hope you never run into an aggressive bear……and if you do…you better be prepared……..and cell phones don’t necessarily work everywhere…………..you may be on your own!

Need I say More?

Ministry:
Ministry of Natural Resources
Division:
Field Services Division, Bracebridge Area
Position Title:
Bear Technician
Duration:
1 Seasonal Recurring contract up to 5 months with possibility of extension
Location:
1350 High Falls Road, Bracebridge, P1L 1W9, Central Region
Compensation Group:
OPSEU
Salary:
$21.66 – $23.37 (MplusM) per hour*
Position Status:
Open
Job Code:
41104 – Resource Technician 3
Schedule:
4.7
Category:
Lands and Resources
Job ID:
17408
Challenge and variety can be yours when you join the Ministry of Natural Resources` Bear Wise program in the Bracebridge Area office. As a highly motivated and outgoing individual, you will implement, administer, monitor and audit the Bear Wise program. In addition, you will provide education regarding problem bear reporting, response, prevention and awareness.
Duties include: conducting operational field programs including activities such as carrying out site inspections and field surveys; ensuring client (e,g, Bear Wise contractors, and other stakeholders) compliance with specific natural resources management acts, regulations and related Ministry policies and guidelines; provide leadership to assigned students and staff on behalf of supervisor; gathering, assembling and compiling technical information for databases and reports to make recommendations.This position requires working in all types of weather conditions.
Qualifications:demonstrated experience, knowledge and understanding of resource management practices and understanding of legislation with emphasis on the Bear Wise program; Demonstrated experience in performing field technical activities and compiling technical information (e.g. Bear Hazard inspection/assessment, Bear trap and transfer) for data bases, preparing reports and making recommendations on related matters (e.g. effective solutions to human-bear conflicts / determining bear aversion tactics); demonstrated leadership, presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills; good planning, coordinating analytical and problem-solving skills; computer skills in a variety of applications related to resource management; ability to do field work and operate and maintain equipment, working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act; valid drivers licence to conduct field work.
Posting Date:Thursday, April 23, 2009
Closing Date:Thursday, May 07, 2009
Applications must be received by the end of the closing date with the Job ID number quoted.
Apply onlineor send application to:
Applications are accepted online only. As an equal opportunity employer, the OPS will provide employment accommodation if required. Contact the Regional Recruitment Centre at1-866-260-0612, Ontario, CANADAFax: Faxes are not accepted at this time.