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Black Bear Encounters
Hiking or other outdoor activities
To avoid bear encounters in the woods:
stay alert when hiking, and watch the trail ahead;
carry noisemakers such as bells(see below) or cans with rocks inside;
hike in a group whenever possible;
avoid food sources such as berry patches;
be especially alert when travelling during strong, gusting winds, as most animals will not be able to hear or smell you in advance;
keep all dogs on a leash. Sometimes dogs chase bears, but the dog may also run back to its owner with the bear in pursuit;
always keep young children within sight when hiking or picking berries. With their small size and high-pitched voices, children are a curiosity to many animals, and are not as intimidating as adult humans.
don’t get too close if trying to photograph bears. Use a telephoto lens;
try and maintain a distance of at least 100 metres between yourself and any bear you may see. Don’t try to approach any closer; and
never approach a bear cub that appears abandoned. The mother is likely nearby.
Though bear attacks are rare it is important to take precautions and know how to react. If you are attacked.
BEAR BELL
(credit: Department of Natural Resources, New-Brunswick)
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