This unit is located in the center of the state with a wide variety of terrain and habitat types. There is a healthy bear population in this unit. The southern boundary of this unit is Interstate 70 with Highway 6 on the east side and US 89 on the western part of the unit.

In the spring, the bear’s diet generally consists of grass, and forbs, and they will be relatively close to water sources. Most bear movement will take place during the early morning and evening hours. Their movement will continue to increase as hunts progress. The black bears’ mating season will reach its peak around the month of June. Expect bears to be covering ground and looking for opportunistic meals. Their diet will transition from grasses to more substantial foods such as acorns, pine nuts, and berries.