Open seasons for big game generally run from late October to end of November. Upland game seasons extend October through December. For specific Seasons and Bag limits be sure to check the Summary of Regulations.

Most types of licenses can be purchased at anyone of number of vendors through out the province. Some licences are available only through Natural resources offices See Licenses section of the Summary of Regulations.

Non-resident hunters are required to be accompanied by a guide or a resident (over 19 ) who has recieved a Special Permit to Guide.

Black bears are usually black in color, particularly in eastern North America. They usually have a pale muzzle which contrasts with their darker fur and may sometimes have a white chest spot. Total body length in males ranges from 1400 to 2000 mm, and from 1200 to 1600 mm in females. Tail length ranges from 80 to 140 mm. Males weigh between 47 and 409 kg, females weigh between 39 and 236 kg.

Births occur mainly in January and February, commonly while the female is hibernating. The number of young per litter ranges from one to five and is usually two or three. At birth the young weigh 200 to 450 grams each.The cubs are ususally weaned at around 6 to 8 months of age, but remain with the mother and den with her during their second winter of life, until they are about 17 months old. .

Black bears can live to 30 years in the wild but most often live for only about 10, primarily because of encounters with humans. More than 90% of black bear deaths after the age of 18 months are the result of gunshots, trapping, motor vehicle accidents, or other interactions with humans.

Bear nuisance activities are usually associated with sources of artificial food and the very opportunistic feeding behaviors of black bears.Black bears have been known to occasionally raid livestock, damage cornfields, berry and honey production. Some bears have become troublesome around camps and cabins if food is left in their reach. Black bears have severely injured and sometimes even killed campers or travelers who feed them. However, fewer than 36 human deaths resulted from black bear encounters in the 20th century. Black bears are generally very timid and when black bear mothers confront humans, they typically send their cubs up a tree and retreat or bluff. People who live in or visit areas with black bears should be aware of the appropriate precautions for avoiding black bear encounters. Black bears can run as fast as 25 miles per hour while they chase prey, and they are skillful tree climbers.