Why prepare your bait properly?

A good bait must combine odor attraction , food challenge and controlled volume to ensure repeated and effective visits.

Necessary equipment

• Cake Box (Preferably Precision Archery)
• Flavored corn pouch (e.g. Écoours from Meunerie Soucy)
• Molasses or other sweetening agent
• Metal barrel or wooden logs
• Knife or drill (to drill the barrel)
• BOLY camera to observe traffic

1. Prepare the sweet base

1. Choose the box:
   • Choose a simple cake box from a well-known brand.
   • Avoid “light” mixes containing agents that bears don’t like.
2. Add flavored corn: Mix in a pouch of sweet corn to increase the strength of the bait.
3. Boost with molasses: Lightly sprinkle the mixture over the top to create a strong, long-lasting aroma.

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2. Create the working mechanism

Wooden Logs Option

1. Dig a shallow hole (20–30 cm).
2. Place logs around the bait.
3. The bear will have to move its antlers to access the food.

Metal Barrel Option

1. Drill small holes (5–10 mm) evenly spaced.
2. Half fill the barrel with your sweet mixture.
3. The bear will have to shake or roll the barrel to get the bait out.

Tip: Adjust the diameter and number of holes according to the size of the ingredients to avoid a flow that is too fast or too slow.

3. Choose the ideal location

• Proximity to a mature forest
• Presence of a stream (helps disperse the smell)
• Partial shade (prevents rapid drying of the bait)
• Lookout well placed to minimize your human odor (prevailing wind)

4. Set the bait and monitor

• Place the box/barrel on the ground or on a natural support (30–50 cm high).
• Install your BOLY camera at a distance of 3–5 m, at a slight angle.
• Plan for restocking based on attendance:
• High traffic: refresh every 24 hours.
• Low traffic: 48 hours is sufficient.

5. Analysis and hunting

1. Check your snapshots to identify peak activity times.
2. Plan your outings for times when bears return most regularly.
3. Be patient and respectful: a well-maintained bait maximizes your chances without harming the animal.