I am not racist and hope this does not come off as such, but it is the truth. This has been the way of the white man (culture) ever since invading our land long ago! 

No logic for the land, no respect for the people, no regard for nature, no responsibility for thier actions, only wasting the resources, theft of the land, murder of the native people, killing of the animals, and perpetual greed.  No thought of even how to pass down to their own grandchildren what the land has to offer. Though I condone killing an animal if it tries to kill me, simply because I am walking in the forest, or fishing, this attitude is not right.

Also though I have Native American roots, much has been lost. Lessons of grandparents are rare treasures. I truly do not know what benefit bears play in our ecology. Yes it is sad, and I should know. I know much of many plants, fish, and animals. I have never studied bears. So I hope there are no dumb questions and brave an answer rather than remain in ignorance.