Alaska Black Bear – Part III

[Lawnboy]

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Randy sounded as excited as a kid at Christmas. He only had one rocky point that had cell coverage and promises more details when he gets to the mainland. I can't wait to get more details myself. I'm sure they are wrapping up more filming duties and the logistics of getting in and out of the location. Man I wish I could have gone on this hunt.

 

[Corax]

I have the feeling it is either a big bear or the true home of bigfoot.

Either way, I can't wait to hear the results.

 

[Mica Man]

Come on Big Fin I see you are signed in give us the scoop!

 

[Big Fin]

OK, guys. Just touched down in Pburg and unloaded. Imported a few pics of "Melon head" and will post them now. The entire story probably won't be ready until tomorrow, but hopefully when you see the pics, you will see why I go through such great lengths to get to some of these remote island spots for black bear.

By far the biggest bear I have ever shot. Not a rub on him, which is amazing for this late in the season. Not sure the size of his noggin, but big. I shot a good one in Montana that Greenhorn measured for me, and this one seems a lot bigger than that bear. Game and Fish will get to measure him up tomorrow.

Needless to say, when you see the footage, you will see why there was not much hesitation that I was going to shoot him. Gotta hit the shower, grab some dinner, and get gear de-junked in case we can fly out tomorrow.

Tried to use a pic that was most realistic. Some of the pic angles make him look like a brown bear-sized dude.


Not only a big head, but a long dude, also. Left is Matt, a new camera guy to the team, Brad, the field producer is in the middle.


Big feet, also.


Why he was nick named, "Melon head."


Put the rifle in there to give some perspective of his size.


An amazing hunt in one of the most amazing places on the planet. When you see the footage, you will see why no boats screw around in this area. I only wish I had drawn for next year.

Full story to follow later, Pics will have to do for now.

 

[Gerald Martin]

A big congrats! Glad you got it done even with the difficulty of getting there.

 

[jryoung]

Travel issues, logistical issues, monster bear, sounds like the perfect hunt.

 

[recon6036]

Man, that is great Big Fin! Congrats! Can't wait to hear the story.

 

[SFC B]

Love the faceon that guy. Awesome way to come through after the problems!!

 

[passinthru]

Congratulations, that thing looks like a huge bear. Well deserved.

 

[ashersdad]

Nice to see it all come together for you Randy. That is a huge bear! Can't wait to hear the full story.

 

[Mica Man]

Congratulations, way to get it done! Not to mention you look too dry for that part of the country.

 

[bmack]

Congrats Randy...what a stud of a bear.

For all the initial challenges you sure made up for it with being efficient in the field.

Looking forward to seeing this one on the TV.

 

[BigBull301]

Great bear Randy!

 

[Bowhuntrben]

Great job Randy! Looks huge!

 

[justdada]

Randy... that it is a seriously big bear! I cant wait to watch the episode. Congrats!

 

[BuzzH]

Looks like a great bear...

Congratulations, well earned.

 

[stillkickin]

I can't wait to see what this one measures, a whopper in anyones book! Congrats to all involved....

 

[Bugle 'Em In]

Outstanding! Congrats on a dandy.

 

[SagebrushSlayer]

Awesome job! Can't wait to read the story and see the footage. Congrats on a successful hunt to start 2013.

 

[BiggWimm]

Nice bear Randy! Good things come to those who wait.