Another bear protection question

[Camp Cook]

Rottweil Brenneke Slug 12 GA 1 1/8 OZ Mag

I have looked around a lot and haven't ever seen these in the store.

So where in Canada can I find these?

 

[Brutus]

My friend I just drove across Canada, and my best guess is to try both Wholesale Sports stores in Alberta.
Best chance in Edmonton.
With a possible chance at the Wholesale Sports store in Saskatoon.
East of there forget it, from what I have seen, unless someone carries them in Manitoba....like SIR.
Sorry, I started my trip in Cold Lake, heading eastwards, so I am unaware of any BC information.

good luck....

 

[Boomer]

I bought a case of Brennekes from Accuracy Plus in Peterborough Ont. last year.

 

[Brutus]

Thanks Boomer, I just received an order from them.

Also belatedly found out that "Lovett's Hunting and Fishing Store" just outside of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia regularly stocks them.

Who would have guessed that?

One could guess the ultimate poor man's deer rifle has never left the Maritimes....

 

[freddyfour]

Side question about back woods hiking or camping. Obviously I will carry my mossberg 12ga but what about that stupid little piece of wood in my mag stopping me from putting 5 rounds in her. Can I take that out for my hiking trip because I am not hunting? Or do I need to leave that in because I could be shooting a preditor in defence?

 

[Bigredrubi]

I had a run in with a grizzly while hiking in Tweedsmuir park a few years ago. We were in a very dense area of the trail, when from out of nowhere a large grizz charged straight down the trail. It happened so fast that I really don't know if I would have had time to react with any type of firearm, or bear spray. Which I had neither. The bear was amazingly fast. Everyone scattered and thankfully the bear kept on running. No one was hurt, except for a few pairs of shorts that needed changing.
Morale of the story, I think that every bear encounter will be different, depending on location, time of year, etc, etc. Prepare yourself as well as possible. Educate yourself about bear attacks. James Gary Shelton has a great series of book that everyone should read. Carry a shotgun, or rifle, spray, and a large knife. And most importantly practice, practice, practice, then practice some more. Any type of firearm is better than nothing. Be smart. I have a good friend who's ex boyfriend just survived a grizzly attack, using a knife.
http://www.canada.com/calgaryherald/news/story.html?id=a71c9fdb-7613-43fc-9b32-b22600006354
The bear was later found dead.

 

[bmcilroy]

What I would like to know is the best way to carry a shot gun hands free.

 

[bingefister]

No guns allowed. Avoid it it. But if you go, make sure your will is up to date, just in case...

Sorry, had to bring this up again.

I've hiked all over Jasper, and seen very few bears. Lots of sign (LOTS of sign), but very distant encounters only, so far. And only one grizzly, across the range. Stop by the Info Booth in the town, and ask for bear reports (You'll need to do this, anyway, to get your backcountry pass). Then, try to hook up with other people on the Trail, and hike in a group, making noise. Follow the "Bear Proofing your Campsite" precautions Chances are you'll have no troubles, most people don't even see bears on backcountry hikes. I carry pepper spray, anyways. Long story short, there's some fantastic trails in the parks. Don't miss out, because you're afraid of Bears.

That being said, I'd sure prefer to carry a sidearm. And if carrying is a must, look into Wllmore Wilderness area. I haven't spent a lot of time in Willmore, but there's supposed to be some fantastic hiking in there.