The Alaska Department of Fish and Game reports that bear bait stations may be registered 15 days prior to the start of the season. Similar to spring 2021, hunters will be able to call local Fish and Game offices to register bait sites or register in person at an ADF&G office. If registering by phone, hunters will be emailed or mailed the permit and signs to use bait to take bears. The signs are required to be posted at your station when you go into the field, so plan accordingly.
ADF&G states that hunters should call the office nearest the location they intend to bait, and when registering bait stations hunters must verbally agree to the conditions of the permit.
According to report, you may not place bait at your site until the season is open and you have received your permit. For more information on using bait or scent lures to take bears, please see pages 26 and 27 of the 2021-2022 Alaska Hunting Regulations, also available at www.hunt.alaska.gov. Most offices are open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and a complete list of offices and phone numbers is available by clicking here.
The Alaska Division of Wildlife Conservation encourages people to participate in this opportunity to enjoy the outdoors safely.
Regional ADF&G Division of Wildlife Conservation Offices:
- Homer – (907) 235-8191
- Soldotna (907) 262-9368
