Chasing #28!!!!! Polar Bear

[talltexasshoote]

Good luck Doc. I can’t wait to read your write up of this Adventure.

[Colton]

I did not understand why 3 days of travel until I looked up where Grise Fiord is. Holy ****, you will be up there. Best of luck

[docmay]

Originally Posted by skinsfan

How cool! I’ve got a few questions if you have time! What does a replica like that cost? What is your travel schedule to get there? Who will you be hunting with, accommodations? Can’t wait to read the recap!?

I leave Amarillo at 0630 on Tuesday after working a full day and being on call. I think I fly to Dallas, then Newark and on to Ottawa Canada. I get there in the early evening and spend the night. The next day I fly to resolute bay and spend the night. The next day on to Grise fiord and I believe it is immediately out on the ice! I am hunting with the Inuits and the outfitter is Ameri-Kana. Accommodations during the hunt are wall tent or plywood cabin. That replica is +/- $15,000.

[docmay]

Originally Posted by Colton

I did not understand why 3 days of travel until I looked up where Grise Fiord is. Holy ****, you will be up there. Best of luck

Ha! This ain't driving down to the hill country to shoot a deer or flying to Alberta to do a hunt. This truly is the top of the world!!!

[W-O]

Good Luck whacking a white bear.

[dope hunter]

This is going to be awesome! Good luck, Doc!


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[stxbowhunter]

In for the updates, good luck!

[txoutdoorsman24]

Oh man, can’t wait for the updates Doc! Been following your posts on IG wondering what was next and this one doesn’t disappoint! I don’t how the heck you can sleep with this looming in the very near future. Best of luck to you sir and enjoy the hunt!!!

[JTeLarkin08]

So stoked for you doc.. Cant wait to follow along..


One little idea I had just as just a insurance policy, if you have time.. Fletch a couple arrows up with some AAE hybrid 26 vanes.. They are the same vane as the max stealth but made of a different material, they are softer. That way if that harder max material turns brittle like the TAC you will have a couple arrows with vanes..

[J Loves Huntin]

Good luck! Stay warm!

[TeXXaN]

Johna could get you a barren ground bow bou easy. That coast bear hunt will be a challenge.

[docmay]

I did a little arrow experiment the other day. Mainly testing the nocks but everything worked. Of course it will be colder where I am going!


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[docmay]

Originally Posted by TeXXaN

Johna could get you a barren ground bow bou easy. That coast bear hunt will be a challenge.

I have done two brown bear hunts. The first one I was 15 yards from a great bear and at full draw. Never released the arrow. And I was within 50 yards of several others with no shot. On my second I had smaller bears in bow range and even a good one under 10 yards with no shot. I started to feel pressure and killed one with a gun. Still regret that decision as I had 2-3 days left to hunt.


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[kd350]

Good luck! In for this one!

[TexasCanesFan]

Originally Posted by docmay

I think most of the hunts are find a track and decide if the bear is big enough. Get close and confirm. Then turn a couple of sled dogs out. The dogs occupy the bear while you sneak in for the shot. Most of it is super flat frozen ocean. I think there are places with ice mounds and terrain where a stalk might be possible. I have heard a fair number are shot coming in to camp. I imagine that is a sh$& show in the middle of the night!!!!!

Holy crap. That is going to be wild.

[Sticks&Strings]

What in the world do you wear in -20 degree weather all day? Battery powered heated vest??

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[ETX-Deerslayer]

Absolutely epic! Best of luck to you sir!


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[IDFWU]

This is gonna be epic


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[BTLowry]

Excited for you and looking forward to the recap of this adventure

Do you have enough clothes to stay warm?
Can you shoot your bow with all of them on?
You have any plans to write a book about your hunting adventures?

You are definitely going to be in places few humans have ever set foot in

[Wayspr]

This is way interesting. Good luck on your hunt and keep us posted when you can.

[meathunter]

Living the dream. I have always had an interest in bear hunting, especially a polar bear. I will be going on my first black bear hunt in a couple of weeks. Hope you have a great hunt and look forward to your recap.

[TxMedic]

This may be the best Docmay hunt yet! Following along on here and IG.

[Bisch]

Good luck Greg!!!!

Bisch


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[skinsfan]

Originally Posted by docmay

I leave Amarillo at 0630 on Tuesday after working a full day and being on call. I think I fly to Dallas, then Newark and on to Ottawa Canada. I get there in the early evening and spend the night. The next day I fly to resolute bay and spend the night. The next day on to Grise fiord and I believe it is immediately out on the ice! I am hunting with the Inuits and the outfitter is Ameri-Kana. Accommodations during the hunt are wall tent or plywood cabin. That replica is +/- $15,000.

Awesome! Thanks for taking the time to share your adventure!

[Aggiebush]

Been following your progress on IG, glad to see this adventure is about to happen. Good luck Doc, stick a big one!!!

[docmay]

Originally Posted by Sticks&Strings

What in the world do you wear in -20 degree weather all day? Battery powered heated vest??

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Layers!!!! I am not taking any of the heated stuff. Won't be able to charge it after we head out. No power for at least 10 days or until bear is killed. I have a bunch of hand and foot warmers. I will wear a light wool base layer, heavy wool layer, vest, puffy coat and then bids and parka over the top. The Inuit community gives you some arctic clothing to wear as an outer layer. That's boots, bids and parka. Is that enough to stay warm? I have no idea! I will at least take off the parka, goggles and any thick face covering to shoot. Also, will take off heavy gloves and just wear liners to shoot. I bought two new releases that are bigger to allow for better fit with gloves on(ultra view large releases vs medium). They did have a bowhunter 2 years ago that was hunting muskox. Apparently he took his gloves off to shoot but it took a while to get the shot. He got frostbite and lost 3 fingers. I am also taking a sleeping bag that is rated to -40. It's a beast!!!!!!

[docmay]

Originally Posted by meathunter

Living the dream. I have always had an interest in bear hunting, especially a polar bear. I will be going on my first black bear hunt in a couple of weeks. Hope you have a great hunt and look forward to your recap.

Good luck on the hunt! I have truly enjoyed hunting everything and love the variety. Bears are always fun. You will enjoy it and hopefully kill a good one.

[IDFWU]

Did you freezer test the releases?


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[docmay]

Originally Posted by IDFWU

Did you freezer test the releases?


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I have not. Thought about it but haven't. I also have some concern about my arrow rests. But, I'm shooting hamskea limb driven rests. I figure that inertia from the limb recoil will make them work. I may throw the releases in the freezer today. Although, they will likely be in my pocket until the shot. Hopefully that helps.

[Jmh05]

Good luck!!!!!

[jjaimes]

This is intense! Good luck and safe travels Doc.

[trophy8]

Coca Cola bear!

Good luck man! This is awesome

[bowmansdad]

Good luck, Doc, can’t wait for the adventure to start!

[bbbuck]

I will be enjoying this epic hunt sitting on my 68 degree leather couch with a cup of Joe in hand.

[tmkrueger]

Good luck Doc!

[BigRed323]

Good luck Doc!! That is going to be an amazing trip.

My only issue with your gear, what are you taking with you to make sure you are able to give us continuous updates. 10 days once you get there is too long for us to wait!

[lanceodom]

Sounds exciting!! Best of luck!! Stay safe and have a great adventure!!!

[docmay]

Originally Posted by trophy8

Coca Cola bear!

Good luck man! This is awesome

I made a promise to my friends and family that I will not shoot any bear that talks or is holding a Coke. I have my limits!!!!

[longhorn_cop]

Good luck. Following along

[CabezaBlanca]

Good luck sir!

[trophy8]

Originally Posted by docmay

I made a promise to my friends and family that I will not shoot any bear that talks or is holding a Coke. I have my limits!!!!

You HAVE to take a pic with it while drinking a coke. Or pretending to drink a frozen one LOL

[Raider4044]

This is going to be awesome.

Good Luck, Doc!











I second the Coca-Cola pic!


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[ATXArcher]

Good luck!


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[chocolatelabs]

Doc,

when you are up there please close the gate so the wind in amarillo doesn't blow so hard this summer...

:-)

[rathunter18]

This is going to be epic. Safe travels, safe hunting, and good luck. Looking forward reading about the adventure.

[kae006]

Count me as one the jealous ones, can't wait to see and read your recap Doc. Good luck and stay safe out there.

[freerhunter16]

Top of my bucket list trip here! Can’t wait to follow along. Thank you for taking the time to share your adventures with us.

Good luck and safe travels!

[Dmck]

In for this one ! Cannot wait for the adventure.

[Passthrough]

Good luck Doc!

[docmay]

Originally Posted by chocolatelabs

Doc,

when you are up there please close the gate so the wind in amarillo doesn't blow so hard this summer...

:-)

Not sure there is a gate strong enough to hold that!!!! May be better to pray for divine intervention.