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Wildlife & Bear Safety - Western Montana's Glacier Country

Wildlife is just that—wild. It's important to act responsibly around wildlife, and it's also vital that, while recreating in the area, we help preserve and ...

Safety in Bear Country: A Compass for Navigation

Here are some of the basics to get you going on the path to staying safe in bear country: · Take a course for bear awareness and safety from someone that is well ...

7 Tips for Bushcrafting in Bear Country: Stay Safe and Prepared

When hiking in bear country, making noise can help alert bears to your presence. Talk loudly, clap your hands, or sing as you walk. You can also ...

Tips for Recreating in Bear Country | Community | mesabitribune.com

DULUTH—As lakes and trails become snow and ice free, recreation on the Superior National Forest (SNF) increases for adventurers of all ages ...

Camping in Grizzly Bear Country - what to not do? - Reddit

Don't bring a dog. The National Park Service found dogs account for some 88% of bear attacks. Edit: Bear* but beer spray will help make friends ...

Camping in Bear Country | By Alaska Department of Fish and Game

Go camping in bear country? Pick a safe campsite, one that doesn't have bear trails. Avoid salmon streams when fish are running. If you smell ...

How to be "bear aware" for first timers - camping - Reddit

Use the bear box, do not stash in your car. If you're in black bear country they are curious but easily spooked so maybe keep a noise maker ...

How to rationalize not being afraid of black bears? I live in ... - Quora

My best advice is bring bear spray, and practice so you know how to use it. Bears night vision is 100 times greater than yours. Continue Reading.

Camping in Bear Country - what not to cook?

We camp in our RV in bear country frequently. I keep food of any and all description in the fridge. I do try not to have any kind of smelly food ...

Bear country | OVERLAND BOUND COMMUNITY

We camp exclusively with kids in bear country. We have seen lots of bears but never had an issue. Key thing is no food, cooking, toothpaste, deodorant, toilet ...

Recreating Responsibly: 5 ways you can be bear aware

Here are 5 ways you can be bear aware while recreating in Idaho: Bring your friends! Hike, camp, adventure in groups of 2 or more.

Bear Aware While Camping - YouTube

Bear Aware While Camping ; How to secure "smellies" in bear country. MontanaFWP · 3.3K views ; Where and When to Hang Food in Bear Country and Tips ...

Hiking and Camping - Bear Safety Tips - BearWise

Know what to do when you see a bear in the woods, camping or your neighborhood. Never run. Don't approach. Quietly move away. Be BearWise.

What are some tips for avoiding bears when hiking? What should ...

Well, its key to always carry bear spray with you when hiking in bear country. Keep it on your keychain. Also, go in groups. When hiking, you ...

Good Ideas for Recreating in Bear Country (JBER) Never approach ...

bears than a single person. This is particularly true where recreationist travel fast and quiet, e.g., biking or running while wearing headphones or ear buds.

PLAY SMART! - Defenders of Wildlife

TIPS TO BEAR IN MIND IN BEAR COUNTRY: · Be alert. · Make noise. · Avoid being on the trail at dawn and dusk · Be especially alert when running or biking in bear ...

BEAR COUNTRY SAFETY - Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center

The most important thing to remember when camping in bear country is, never allow bears to obtain your food, garbage, or other attractants.

Bear Encounters — Get Bear Smart

Bears up close. If you encounter a bear on the trail, or in your campsite, stop what you are doing and evaluate the situation. Identify yourself by speaking ...

Bear Facts and Safety Tips - Recreation.gov

Safety for Hiking in Bear Country · Avoid surprising bears by making noise, as bears will avoid you if they can hear or smell you. · Always give a bear space.

Recreating in Bear Country — What You Need to Know

Fortunately, bears avoid people and of the majority of encounters end with the bears leaving the area. Hiking in groups, making noise, and ...