1. Always use jingle bells on clothing or pack to alert bears of your presence and carry pepper spray in the event that they become aggressive.
2. Know what type of bear country you are in by examining bear scat (droppings). - Black Bear scat will consist of small berries, rodent fur, and may contain small rodent bones. - Grizzly bear scat will contain jingle bells and smells like pepper spray.
Bear Safety:
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2. Know what type of bear country you are in by examining bear scat (droppings).
- Black Bear scat will consist of small berries, rodent fur, and may contain small rodent bones.
- Grizzly bear scat will contain jingle bells and smells like pepper spray.
Enjoy your trip.