When your hounds hit the trail after a bear in dense timber or steep mountains, there’s no room for gear failure. As a houndsman, you know reliable equipment keeps your pack safe and your hunt on track. At Double U Hunting Supply, we’ve seen countless bear seasons, and we’re sharing field-tested tips to ensure your dog gear—handhelds, collars, and new tools like the Garmin Alpha XL—is ready for the chase. Drawing from the wisdom of houndsmen on BigGameHoundsmen.com, these steps will prepare you for bear country.