Hiking in bear country always carries a risk, but the risk can be made minuscule if hikers follow the advice given in this small, packable book. Extensively reviewed by bear experts, the book provides tips and contains the latest information on the intriguing science of bear-human interactions, including the uses and benefits of pepper spray. This guide contains advice on: *Hiking and camping safely in bear country*How to handle a close encounter with a bear*Food storage methods that help keep campsites bear free*Special precautions for hunters, anglers, mountain bikers, trail runners, and outfitters*Specific regulations in national parks
- ISBN13 9780762731084
- Publish Date 1 June 2004 (first published 1 May 1996)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 6 August 2014
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
- Imprint skirt!
- Edition 3rd ed.
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 87
- Language English