Bear

Bear was a source of protein for indigenous people, frontiersmen and settlers, but it does not have nearly the same popularity as other types of game meat. One of the main reasons is that hunted bear is illegal to sell to restaurants or stores. So, if you want to get your hands on bear, you'll have to ask around the hunting community - or bag it yourself.

Bear meat is often associated with being tough and greasy. The meat is also flavoured like the last meal the bear ate - so your meat may taste slightly fishy if it caught a salmon before it was killed. But, several preparations of bear meat keep it moist, soft and juicy. Most of these methods are stews, chilis, sausage, or braises.