What is the saying if you see a bear?

What is the saying if you see a bear?

Bears: If it’s black, fight back. If it’s brown, lay down. If it’s white, say goodnight.

What are the three bear rules?

If you see a dead animal, get away ASAP! If you do encounter a bear, stand up as tall as you can and raise your hands above your head to look as large as you can be. Slowly (emphasis on slowly) back away while talking softly. Do not look the bear in the eye.

What color bear Do you run from?

Stay grounded, get big, and be loud: Black bears usually tend to flee rather than fight back when faced with conflict. Sticks or other objects can be used to make yourself look bigger while yelling and being loud can intimidate or scare off a black bear.

What to do if you see a white bear?

Move away very quietly while staying out of sight. Position yourself so that the wind doesn’t carry your scent towards the bear. A polar bear’s sense of smell is acute, and it is the most important sense for detecting prey on land.

What is the rule with bears?

Stay silent and try not to move. Keep your legs spread apart and leave your pack on to protect your back. Once the bear backs off, stay quiet and still for as long as you can. Bears will often watch from a distance and come back if they see movement.

What is the rule for bears?

Should you fight a black bear?

Black Bears: If you are attacked by a black bear, DO NOT PLAY DEAD. Try to escape to a secure place such as a car or building. If escape is not possible, try to fight back using any object available. Concentrate your kicks and blows on the bear’s face and muzzle.

What should you do when you meet a bear?

What to do if you encounter a bear

1. If you encounter a grizzly, do not run.
2. Avoid direct eye contact.
3. Walk away slowly, if the bear is not approaching.
4. If the bear charges, stand your ground (you cannot outrun it).
5. Don’t scream or yell.
6. If you have pepper spray, prepare to use it.

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