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If you’re in a thick, forested area and can’t see well, sing, clap or shout. Don’t even bother purchasing bear bells − they’re nearly impossible to hear unless you’re within 10 feet ...
What Should You Do If You See a Black Bear? Even though black bears can be much larger and are stronger and faster than people, they are typically shy and scared of humans.
“The bear doesn't know that you're a human right away, and its instinct will be to potentially chase this thing that's running.” Do notclimb a tree. Do not try to approach the bear.
What you should do: Start making some noise, but nothing sudden or startling — a startled bear is not what you want! “Use a strong, stern voice to say things like, ‘Get away bear.
Great Parks of Hamilton County hasn't confirmed whether a bear has entered its parks but is sharing safety precautions with guests in case they do see a bear. Those include remaining calm ...
Bear encounters aren't quite as rare as many Santa Rosa County residents would like for them to be. Here's what to do if you have one.
If you see a bear while traversing a trail or if it’s near your home — and appears injured or alive — here’s what you should do: The bear is injured If you see any wild animal that looks ...
What to do if you see a bear If you do encounter a bear, it’s important not to approach them, according to Wolf. “Number one is give them space,” Wolf said. “If you see them, don’t ...
Over the past decade bear sightings have been a pressing issue in the minds of Jefferson County residents. Social media commenters say bears are still turning up in Trussville, and back in 2020 ...
With approximately 300,000 black bears in the United States, this species is the country’s most abundant bear, and their numbers are only increasing. Having suffered from severe overhunting in ...
What to do if you see a bear If you do encounter a bear, it’s important not to approach them, according to Wolf. “Number one is give them space,” Wolf said. “If you see them, don’t ...