Dave Winchester’s Sporting Camps We are located 45 miles from Houlton Maine, in the heart of Beautiful New Brunswick Canada. The total land and water area of our Province is 28,150 square miles, over 80 percent of which is made up of forests, providing us with great bear habitat. We work very hard to make our establishment, your ultimate Black Bear hunting destination. Our staff is friendly, and will go to great lengths to make your bear hunt enjoyable. Come join the thrill, and experience the hunt of a lifetime! For those who would like to relax with friends and take in some sight seeing, we also offer guided ATV excursions in the summer months. Liability Insurance Coverage Licensed & Graded (3) Star Rating by Canada Select Accommodations Entire Facility Solar Powered NAHC Member Approved Life Member NAHC Member of NRA Black Bear Hunt Although the Spring bear hunt officially starts the middle of April, our first hunt is in the middle of May. The reason for this, is because there is still too much snow in the woods for proper baiting and a lot of bears are not out of their dens in April. The average adult black bear weighs anywhere from 300-600 pounds. Approximately 30 sites are maintained. These baits are started three weeks prior to the hunt and re-baited daily. All baits are located within 20 miles radius of the camps. We also encourage the hunter who has a four wheeler to bring it along to participate and travel with the guide daily to visit all bear bait sites. There is a limit of 6 hunters/week We are located in the top county for success! 85% Success Rate • 100% Sightings Moose Hunt On average, an adult Moose stands 4.6–6.9 ft high at the shoulder. Male Moose (bulls) weigh 840–1,540 lb and female moose (cows) typically weigh 440–800 lbs. Moose Tag available. Includes a 5 day (1 on 1 guided hunt) Cost of licence $660 Non-Resident Moose Draw: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application. There are two options to obtain a non-resident moose licence. 1. Some outfitters or guides apply for a non-resident moose licence through a computer draw. These licenses are for sale to non-residents. 2. A non-resident may apply for a non-resident moose license though a computer draw. If successful they choose their outfitter or guide.