Any good books on the history of trapping bears in Alaska, particularly in SE?

Not that I am aware of. I did read an old book about a fellow that worked for lumber companies in Washington State that trapped and hunted bears for them almost year-round, killing well over 1000 black bears. Un-fortunately, I don't remember the title or author. Maybe Ken or Pete will know.

My buddy found a bear trap years ago on Baranof. Had a big tree growing thru it. Spent all day chopping it down with a hatchet and got the trap. Fascinating.