Bears very rarely attack larger groups of people. A large percentage of hikers mauled by bears were hiking solo or with one other person. To keep the advantage of a large party, stay together and don’t split up. If you’re hiking alone and get injured, there’s nobody to go for help.
Also, in case of an injury, someone can go for help while others can attend to injuries. Being a part of a larger party brings some advantages such as making more noise and appearing more threatening to bears.
#10 Don’t try to outrun a bear or escape by climbing a tree.#8 Don’t ever step between a mother bear and her cubs.It is important to hike responsibly but not to overreact to the threat of bears. However, in most cases, bear spray is pretty effective in keeping bears away. Also, keep in mind that bears are protected from hunting in national parks and other areas so you will not have firearms. Read as much as possible about bears and their habits to gain knowledge and understanding regarding these fascinating animals, however, keep in mind that it is difficult to predict the specific behavior of a given bear at a certain time. Start your preparation by gathering information about the species of bears that live in the area you will be visiting and plan your trip carefully. Think smart and maintain your composure throughout your stay in bear territory, and you will increase your margin of safety and enjoyment. However, you have an important advantage over any black, brown or polar bear – your brain. Bear attacks are rare but they can be extremely dangerous as they can cause injury or death.īears are bigger, stronger and faster than you are. Statistically speaking, walking the trails of the bear territory isn’t more dangerous than walking the streets of a big city or driving to the trailhead. If you are prepared with the right knowledge on how to safely hike and camp in bear territory and follow our tips, you will minimize the risk of a bear attack. Hiking in bear country can be a very enjoyable activity, however, you shouldn’t underestimate the risks and dangers associated with it because nothing guarantees total safety.
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