Re: Bear Spray, hand gun, rifle, or defender....what do you carry when bowhunting?
Most bow hutners I know carry nothign more than common (or not so common) sense. A few pack bear spray, which is not apoor idea.
Hnadguns are somewhat probematic since you need a Widerness ATC to carry one, and you are *supposed* to be engaged in work (not bow hunting) when you carry it. However, most people that are willing to go throught he process obtain the proper permits in BC.
Rifles and shotguns are also a probem, since they are bulky and heavy when you are already carrying a bow.
Whiel it is illegal, I have also heard of bow hunters putting a pistol in thier pocket, and just keeping it hidden in camp or when in transit.
I personally have no problems with handguns, and feel that anyone who is qualified should be able to carry a handgun in the bush for protection, but again, it is illegal to do so without proper permits.
I dont' consider myself a bow hunter, and feel that the hutning rifle I have is more than adequate, so no need for ahandgun, or bear spray.
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