What are Most Effective Bear Hunting Calls?

Making the Grunting Call

The grunting call is a deep, low-pitched call that can be made by exhaling through pursed lips. To make a convincing grunting call, start by taking a deep breath and then exhaling slowly through your lips, creating a low-pitched “gru-gru-gru” sound. It’s essential to keep the call low and steady, as a high-pitched call may alert the bear to your presence. Practice this call before heading out on your hunt to get a feel for the tone and pitch.

The Snort Call

The snort call is a sharp, high-pitched call that can be used to simulate the sound of a bear snorting. To make a snort call, place your thumb and index finger in your mouth and blow air through the small opening, creating a sharp “huff” sound. This call is most effective in situations where you’re trying to simulate the sound of a bear investigating its surroundings. A series of short, sharp snorts can be an effective way to get a bear’s attention.

Using Vocalization Calls

Vocalization calls, also known as “sow vocalizations,” are a series of calls that mimic the sound of a sow bear warning her cubs to potential danger. These calls typically consist of a series of high-pitched “yips” or “yaps” followed by a series of grunting calls. To make a sow vocalization call, start by making a series of high-pitched “yip-yip-yip” sounds, followed by a series of grunting calls. This call is most effective in situations where you’re trying to simulate the sound of a sow bear warning her cubs to potential danger.