Chapter
How to Stay Safe when Encountering a Bear
56:32 - 1:04:50 (08:17)
There are three things that you can do when you encounter a bear that are proven to be effective: grouping up, getting your bear spray out and getting it ready, and slowly backing away. Additionally, if a bear is approaching you within 10 feet and you have bear spray, it is recommended to spray it to provide the bear a learning opportunity about approaching people.
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The three main things to do when you encounter a bear in a national park are: group up with other people, get your bear spray ready, and slowly back away.
56:32 - 1:00:01 (03:28)
Summary
The three main things to do when you encounter a bear in a national park are: group up with other people, get your bear spray ready, and slowly back away. Using bear spray not only saves your life but also teaches the bear not to approach people for a reward.
ChapterHow to Stay Safe when Encountering a Bear
Episode111: Creatures of the Wild ft. Tooth & Claw Podcast. Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The speaker shares their experience with a black bear in Yellowstone National Park and explains the importance of using bear spray if feeling threatened.
1:00:01 - 1:04:50 (04:49)
Summary
The speaker shares their experience with a black bear in Yellowstone National Park and explains the importance of using bear spray if feeling threatened.