What to Do if You Encounter a Bear

Even though being attacked by a bear is rare, attacks do happen, and it's a good idea to be prepared for the worse. Here are ways to prevent a bear encounter and what to do if you happen to come face to face with one. First, you want to prevent coming in close contact with a bear. To do so, you should be aware of your surroundings and travel in big groups. A bear will normally avoid you if it hears people. If you are camping, never leave your food out because it will attract them. If you do see a bear, here's a list of things to do...