Our custom tailored Black Bear hunts are conducted for the most part in the foothills of the scenic and majestic North Cascade mountains, just a two hour drive north of Seattle, by either John Koenig of John's Guide Service or one of two hand selected area-locals born and raised here in Rockport, Washington.

On the morning of your hunt you will be met either by John or one of our other guides to discuss the plan of the day which may involve a combination of driving, stalking, tree-stand or ground-blind hunting in one of our pre-scouted hunting areas.

All of our local hunting areas are scouted at least once a week to ensure resident game species have not moved on and remain in the area.

Black Bear season begins in September just as our local wild blueberries begin to ripen in the mountain meadows in which we primarily target black bear.

It is not at all un-common to see more than one bear at a time roaming through a lush blueberry field from one of our hunting stations during a morning's hunt and our high-mountain berry fields generally hold plenty of bear up until late October even after most of the berries are gone. By then we've usually seen our first accumulations of snow at these higher elevations and move our hunts to lower elevations where bear can be found fattening themselves up just before the winter season.

Our Black Bears range in color from pure black, cinnamon, brown, to all black with a tuft of white on their chest.

NEW FOR 2008: Spring Bear Hunts! This is a special permit only hunt and all hunt applications must be turned in by March 13th... Successful applicants will be notified by March 31st.
To be guided for the Spring Bear hunt be sure to put in for * Hunt 7017 North Skagit. Season will be from April 15th through May 31st.
Click Here For Hunt and Permit Details

Upon completion of your hunt your game will be dressed immediately and caped accordingly to ensure quality and freshness for your trip home. We have and are always gathering information from reputable taxidermists in the area and can make arrangements for you there as well with a taxidermist John would highly recommend.

Whether you choose a single day hunt or a multiple day hunt, all lodging, food, tags and licenses will be your responsibility but we will be happy to help in making arrangements for your stay.

By using the Prime Hunting Calendar in conjunction with our other Hunting Related Pages you can assure yourself of being at the right place at the right time when booking your trip.
Be sure to check out our Reports Page as well to find out what's going on right now!

Booking your trip is now easier than ever! First, call us at (360) 853-9801 or send us an e-mail to johnsguidesvc@hotmail.com to check availability and book your date. Once your day is booked you can either secure your trip with a deposit by mail or pay here online using a credit card with Pay Pal...Simple!

All trips are custom catered to fit you and your skill level, hunting method and desired game. John offers both the archery and modern firearm hunter the best opportunities available throughout the fall.

In consideration for being permitted to participate in the hunting activities of "John's Guide Service", all hunters will agree and acknowledge that hunting has inherent risks, hazards and dangers for anyone that cannot be eliminated, particularly in a wilderness environment.

THESE RISKS, HAZARDS, AND DANGERS INCLUDE WITHOUT LIMITATIONS:

1.) Outdoor hazards in driving and hunting in the mountains.
2.) Hiking in rugged country.
3.) Injuries from hunting equipment and other participants.
4.) Encounters with wildlife, animals and insects.
5.) Temperature extremes.
6.) Incelment weather conditions and unavailability of immediate medical attention in the wilderness in case of injury.

All Hunters participating in a hunt with "John's Guide Service" need to understand that these activities require good physical condition and a degree of knowledge necessary to engage in these activities safely.

- Rates listed below are based on a per person per day basis and do include applicable tax.


Single Day - $350.00

Three Day - $900.00

Five Day - $1400.00



A 50% deposit is required at the time of booking to secure your date and payment can either be made right here using a credit card or by check and mailed to:

John's Guide Service
PO Box 727
Concrete, WA 98237

Deposits are only refundable with a 14 day notice of cancellation.

Bear Hunting Trip Payment Options Using a Credit Card:

1/2 Deposit for SINGLE 1 Day Bear Hunt:

Full Payment Option for SINGLE 1 Day Bear Hunt:

1/2 Deposit for SINGLE 3 Day Bear Hunt:

Full Payment Option for SINGLE 3 Day Bear Hunt:

1/2 Deposit for SINGLE 5 Day Bear Hunt:

Full Payment Option for SINGLE 5 Day Bear Hunt: