Explore went on a philanthropic fact-finding mission to uncover the traditions of the Inuit people. The indigenous people of the Arctic are the Inuit.
In Maine, Baiting Bears with Sweets Is Still Okay
Baiting and trapping bears is still okay in Maine, according to National Geographic and Bangor Daily. Last Tuesday, Mainers headed to the polls to answer Question 1, “Do you want to ban the use of bait, dogs or traps in bear hunting except to protect property, public safety, or for research?”
Polar Bear Part Importation Legislation In Congress
/ by Erica Wills of Polar Bears International Two new bills have been introduced in Congress that call for the legalization of the importation of polar bear parts to the United States. Rep. Don Young (R-AK) has introduced the bill, “To amend the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 to allow the importation of polar bear trophies
Alaska Representative Claims 10% Of Darted Polar Bears Are Killed
/ Post by Katie Billing of Polar Bears International Richard Mauer writer for Anchorage Daily News describes a situation in Juneau, Alaska that happened this past March. According to his article, Alaska State Representative Eric Feige claims the federal government is responsible for the deaths of many polar bears. The Alaska House majority press office
Recent Polar Bear Hunt Both Legal And Illegal
/ Post by Erica Wills of Polar Bears International A few weeks ago, I wrote about the delicate balance between culture preservation and conservation regarding polar bear hunting. Now, I bring you another case to consider. Last week, a family of big-game hunters from Mexico shot and killed three polar bears near Resolute Bay, Nunavut, Canada. Though it
