If a black bear becomes aggressive and…
…Approaches You
Stand your ground.
Back away only when the bear stops its approach.
Make yourself look bigger by raising your arms and jacket, and/or standing on a rock or stump.
Yell “Hey bear” loudly.
Get your bear spray out of the holster and into your hand. Remove the safety latch.
…Follows You
Stand your ground.
Try to appear large by holding up your arms and jacket, and/or standing on a rock or stump.
Back away only when the bear stops its approach.
Intimidate the black bear by making yourself look bigger and making noise (wave arms, shout, clap, bang stick).
Stay together.
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