If you see a bear from a distance, detour as much as possible. Do not try to get closer to take a picture; the risk is not worth the Instagram likes. If the bear sees you, move slowly.

Next, slowly back away while keeping your eyes on the bear and speaking softly. Make yourself look big by raising your arms or even waving them above your head. Whatever you do, never turn your ...

"You do not want to turn and run," Bargo said. "If you see something that's scary, you're going to want to turn and run. A bear that wouldn't have been aggressive now has this predatory response ...

Typically, a bear is going to see you and move away before you see ... So, here's what to do if you find yourself face to face with a black bear. 'It was at least a 200-pound bear': Woman in ...

Below, the pros share what to do if you see a bear and offer ways to minimize your chances of an encounter in the first place. Three types of bears call North America home: black bears ...

It’s even illegal to willfully approach within 50 yards of a bear in the national park. Here’s what you need to know about bear safety (so you won’t become the inspiration for a “Cocaine ...

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: If you see any wild animal that looks sick, hurt ...

If you see a Florida black bear in the wild, the FWC advises you to: Remain standing upright, back up slowly and speak to the bear in a calm, assertive voice Do not feed or intentionally attract ...

Bears start consuming more calories in the fall to store up fat reserves for the winter, even in Florida when not hibernating as long as they do in colder ... If you see a bear, let your neighbors ...