Walking Stick - Grizzly Carving - Hand Carved Walking Bear Stick - Hiking Stick - Functional Art - Ren Faire, Dark wood Staff by Creation Carvings The pictures represent similar to what you will get. The woods used for the dark wood bear walking stick are Persimmon, sweetgum, walnut, and black gum. Using walking sticks and canes are excellent ways to support one’s self while walking through the town or out in nature. Carved sticks and canes are functional and make great conversation pieces. Use your stick to overturn leaves on the trail, as support for a weaker leg, for balance while going up and down hills, or as a decoration piece in your home or cabin.