In this episode of the Trad Hunters Podcast, traditional bowhunter Jim Eeckhout breaks down Alaska black bear hunting on Prince of Wales Island — covering spring vs. fall bear behavior, spot-and-stalk tactics in dense Alaskan terrain, how to read food sources and bear movement, and what it realistically takes to plan a remote Alaska hunt years in advance.

Jim draws from real time in the field — not theory — sharing how terrain, timing, and the unpredictability of wild country shape every decision on a Prince of Wales Island bear hunt. This is the kind of knowledge that only comes from experienced hunters who've done it the hard way.

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Topics Covered:
• Alaska black bear hunting on Prince of Wales Island
• Spring vs. fall black bear behavior and timing
• Spot-and-stalk tactics in dense coastal Alaskan terrain
• Reading food sources, bear sign, and movement patterns
• Planning a remote Alaska bear hunt years in advance
• Learning from experienced traditional bowhunters in the field
• Tag realities and logistics for Alaska black bear
• Wilderness survival mindset and real woodsmanship

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