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Bear Fence

Postby Kessler10 » 01 21, 2016 •  [Post 1]

Looking to purchase one of the electric bear fences that packs down to only 5x20 inches and just over 3 pounds. Cost around $250.

Hunting archery in heavy griz country. Anyone have experience with these. Are they necessary/work?
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Re: Bear Fence

Postby WapitiTalk1 » 01 21, 2016 •  [Post 2]

Good question/topic. Anxious to hear what others have to say.
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Re: Bear Fence

Postby Kessler10 » 01 21, 2016 •  [Post 3]

here is alink to the model I would puchase that gives more detail

http://www.cabelas.com/product/UDAP-Bea ... 614&rid=20

If link does not work its called

UDAP Bear Electric Fence
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Re: Bear Fence

Postby Indian Summer » 01 21, 2016 •  [Post 4]

They will definitely get you more sleep but the fact is most bear encounters occur while you are out hunting/calling.

Yes fencers work. I borrowed that exact kit this past fall. but after hunting around and not seeing and bear sign we never set it up. You can get a cheaper setup by making your own. Go to any Agway or farm supply store and buy a fencer and some tape and insulators. Gallagher is a very common brand and that's what most outfitters are using for portable back country corrals.

Here's a link to one for $129. http://gallagherelectricfencing.com/col ... ce-charger
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