2026-2027 Season

Black Bear Season
New Brunswick

Black bear hunting is popular across Canada, with both spring and fall seasons available in many provinces. Baiting and spot-and-stalk are common hunting methods.

50 Upcoming WMUs
50 Total WMUs

Direct Answer

Black Bear season dates in New Brunswick differ across 27 WMUs. Enter your postal code below to see the dates for your unit, or browse the WMU list further down.

Season dates vary by WMU in New Brunswick.

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Upcoming Seasons (50)

WMU 1

Apr 21 2027 - Jun 30 2027

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 1Bow & crossbow only

Sep 22 2026 - Sep 27 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 2

Apr 21 2027 - Jun 30 2027

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 2Bow & crossbow only

Sep 22 2026 - Sep 27 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 3

Apr 21 2027 - Jun 30 2027

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 3Bow & crossbow only

Sep 22 2026 - Sep 27 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 4

Apr 21 2027 - Jun 30 2027

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 4Bow & crossbow only

Sep 22 2026 - Sep 27 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 5

Apr 21 2027 - Jun 30 2027

Possession: 2
Upcoming
WMU 5Bow & crossbow only

Sep 22 2026 - Sep 27 2026

Possession: 2
Upcoming

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Black Bear dates by WMU

Season dates differ across Wildlife Management Units. Browse the groups below, or use the postal-code lookup above when available.

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Apr 21 2027 - Jun 30 202712345678910111213141516171819202122232425Upcoming
Sep 22 2026 - Sep 27 202612345678910111213141516171819202122232425Upcoming

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Black Bear Hunting Tips

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Spring bears are often found in south-facing slopes

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Fall bears focus on berry patches and oak ridges

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Check provincial regulations regarding baiting

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Always be prepared for quick follow-up shots

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Disclaimer: Season dates and regulations can change. Always verify with New Brunswick's official wildlife authority and review the current hunting regulations before hunting. This tool is for informational purposes only.

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