Hunting alone can be successful, but the odds are against you. If you plan on hunting alone, find a tree in the middle of a bear funnel and wait. You may be pleased with the results. Man vs. bear OK, OK, I agree going into a thicket after a creature that could easily turn you into a bloody mess may seem crazy. The truth is, most bears are long gone before you even know they were there.
Bears have a nose second to none.
They can't see very well, but if they know you're there, they easily can reach speeds of 30 miles per hour. Most encounters occur when you have the wind blowing toward you, where the bear cannot pick up your scent. Bears move through the woods loudly and often cannot hear movement unless they are lying down. Having the wind in your favor is of vital importance if you're hunting alone. Places to go Centre and Clearfield Counties are two of the top bear counties in the state.