How early is too early?

I have a new born (well okay 2 months old but still..) so I'm not going to get out a whole lot this year, want to make as much of it as i can in the days the wifey lets me out! Mostly looking for suggestions of timing to head out, general areas to focus on, and any tips from long time bear hunters!

plus i figured why not get folks excited about it too, so feel free to post pics of ur bears from years gone by!