A bear will attack if it is surprised, feels it is in danger,
wishes to protect territory, smells food, or has cubs. The best way to
avoid danger is to avoid the bear.
Survival tips
Make a lot of noise. As you walk or travel through bear
territory, and if you can not see more then 50 to 100 feet in front
of you, call out every few minutes until you enter a clear area.
Some people call out, others sing, some wear bear-bells. In most
cases the bear will move off the trail and watch you pass. They
rarely look for a confrontation.
If you see a bear, hold you arms high above your head. This
will make you look like a much bigger animal to him. Slowly back
away. If you run he will chase you.
If the bear comes for you, climb a tree or drop to a fetal
position. Cover you head and neck with your hands. Even if the
bear bites you, continue to play dead. Once he realizes that you are
not a threat he may leave.
Carry bear spray. This
is capsaicin and related capsaicinoids spray in a compressed gas
container.
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