Russia

Amur Brown Bear

The Amur Brown Bear (Ursus arctos lasiotus) is also known as the Black Grizzly due to the black tone that it’s fur has. The Amur Brown Bear will average in size between eight and eight and a half feet with an occasional ten foot bear taken.  Basis the numbers of bears coupled with the areas they are hunted in, there is a very high success rate when you pursue this trophy.

In Russia these bears are found in the Amur River region and on Sakhalin Island.

The Mid-Eastern Brown Bear is hunted in the Caucasian Region of Russia.  This Region can only be described as “the most scenic country in the world” and will offer you an experience you will not forget.

Getting to the Hunting Area

You will fly into Moscow and upon arrival you will be met by ProfiHunt’s representative who will assist you in the customs formalities.  You then spend most likely spend the evening in a hotel in Moscow.  In the morning you will fly to Khabarovsk, and then transfer to camp by car and or boat.

Hunting Camps

Accommodations vary from hunting houses equipped with stoves, beds, and outdoor showers.  All are clean, warm, and you will experience good home style food and quality service.  One interpreter per camp is provided during the entire hunt.

Hunting Methods

During the spring season, the bears typically congregate in areas where the first green grass shoots appear. They are hunted using spot and stalk techniques, and can also be hunted by using bait.  Considerable walking is necessary.

Fall hunts are done on foot and may also use a boat.  Traditional spot and stalk methods are used; while observing active salmon streams, berry patches and natural feeding areas. Depending on conditions, you may be taken for a few days to a temporary cabin with the specific goal of hunting a particular animal or area.