Mossberg Patriot In Action | Black Bear Hunt

Join us for a black bear hunt in the Northeast as we put the Mossberg Patriot rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor AND 6.5 PRC to the test. Equipped with a Banish suppressor from Silencer Central, the Patriot delivers incredible accuracy, quiet performance, and plenty of knockdown power at close range.

Check out the full line of Mossberg® Patriot™ bolt-action rifles in 6.5 Creedmoor and PRC calibers

From late-summer baiting strategy to shot execution, this hunt shows the real-world performance of the Mossberg Patriot in the field. Watch as the rifle’s smooth action, crisp trigger, and proven ballistics combine for a quick, ethical harvest of a mature black bear.

The truth about a successful black bear hunt is simple: it’s a story of preparation, precision, and being a good guide to yourself in the wilderness. It's about taking the complex and making it simple, so you can execute when the moment finally arrives.

The bear hunting season offers one of the most rewarding big game hunting experiences in North America. 

If you're serious about your setup, you need to consider adding a suppressor for your hunting rifle. 

A suppressor on a 6.5 Creedmoor is a game-changer for several non-negotiable reasons. First, and most importantly, it protects your hearing. That single, sudden, massive muzzle blast from your big game caliber rifle can cause permanent damage, and nobody wants to be deaf just to take a bear. When that massive trophy black bear steps out, you don't want to be fumbling with earplugs, sacrificing your focus and time.

Second, a suppressor reduces recoil and muzzle flip. This is huge. It means your rifle is more comfortable to shoot, which translates directly to better accuracy. You stay on target, you reduce the flinch, and you see the impact, allowing for faster follow-up if it's necessary; which makes ethical hunting and ensuring a quick, clean harvest a priority. 

Third, especially if you're hunting on public land or near private property, reducing the noise is simply the polite thing to do. It minimizes disturbance to other hunters, landowners, and the surrounding environment. It’s a tool for responsibility, not secrecy.

Focus on the simple, clear steps: find the bear, have the right equipment, and make the best possible shot. That’s the path to a great bear hunting adventure. 

Don't overcomplicate it. Just get the right tools and execute.