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re: Guy goes for a hike in Banff Canada, massive Grizzly bear starts following him
Posted on 5/10/25 at 2:27 pm to SloaneRanger
Posted on 5/10/25 at 2:27 pm to SloaneRanger
That bear was waiting for that mofo to trip on something while he was walking backwards
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Posted on 5/10/25 at 2:32 pm to Shepherd88
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Wife and I went there several years ago and up to Jasper
We were up there last year. Did the first 2/3 of The Icefields Pkwy.but got off before doing the top 1/3 and Jasper. Had to get back to Calgary. We somewhat regret it now b/c that next week were the fires.
Plan on going back in '27
Posted on 5/10/25 at 2:33 pm to LSUintheNW
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Slowly back away but get off the trail and do so.
Bears are lazy, they use the trails too. More than likely it would just keep walking on the trail.
Problem getting off the trail is you are more likely to trip and fall. And would need to look back often to see where you are going. It would slow down your chance to put space between you and bear.
Posted on 5/10/25 at 2:34 pm to OU Guy
I would have popped a little bear spray at that point
Not sure if right thing lol
Not sure if right thing lol
Posted on 5/10/25 at 2:48 pm to SloaneRanger
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Need to hike in groups of 4 or more. You are taking chances up there hiking alone
What about tying bells or some other noise maker to your backpack or shoes? Is that legit advice or just an old wives tale?
This post was edited on 5/10/25 at 3:42 pm
Posted on 5/10/25 at 2:50 pm to SloaneRanger
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Need to hike in groups of 4 or more. You are taking chances up there hiking alone.
Yep, and make sure at least one person is slower than you are at running.
Posted on 5/10/25 at 2:54 pm to hawgfaninc
frick that. Bear checks out the bear board. Walks away. Guess he was looking for neonates or checking out his picture.
Posted on 5/10/25 at 2:57 pm to thejudge
i tried to post that, but you can't view it if you don't go to youtube...that's bear 747 at katmai national park...he is estimated to weigh up to 1400 lbs after the salmon run, and prior to hibernation, and measures about 5 feet tall at the shoulder...big boy!
Posted on 5/10/25 at 2:57 pm to thejudge
Houston to Calgary flight is about $350. Yep that number
Fabulous place to visit
Fabulous place to visit
Posted on 5/10/25 at 2:57 pm to Lexis Dad
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Brown lay down (play dead)
This isn't really seriously advised anymore. If you "play dead" you're giving up any advantage you may have and allowing the bear to dictate everything to do with the encounter. Plus, between a brown bear and the ground is the absolute worst place you can be. That big hump of muscle on their backs is formed from lots and lots if digging. Being that most attacks arent predatory with brown bears, they are most often looking to neutralize a threat. They use that same hump of muscle to stand on you with their front feet and bounce up and down, driving their weight into your midsection and destroying vital organs.
Posted on 5/10/25 at 3:05 pm to hawgfaninc
Not sure I would have gone for the junior size in the bear spray.
Posted on 5/10/25 at 3:11 pm to hawgfaninc
Let’s see that bear try that in America. He’d get a 30-06 between his eyes.
Posted on 5/10/25 at 3:13 pm to SloaneRanger
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Need to hike in groups of 4 or more. You are taking chances up there hiking alone.
And the odds are good you can run faster than one of the other 3.
This post was edited on 5/10/25 at 3:13 pm
Posted on 5/10/25 at 3:17 pm to Chucktown_Badger
Weird thing is that you can have bear spray in Canada but you can’t have personal pepper spray. They sure do love their laws.
Posted on 5/10/25 at 3:24 pm to hawgfaninc
Well, uh, yeah.
Lake Louise is full of Grizzly. Water is wet.
They are also Wolverine heavy, FYI.
Lake Louise is full of Grizzly. Water is wet.
They are also Wolverine heavy, FYI.
Posted on 5/10/25 at 3:42 pm to OU Guy
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Problem getting off the trail is you are more likely to trip and fall. And would need to look back often to see where you are going. It would slow down your chance to put space between you and bear.
Put that damn phone down and pay attention. If that bear wanted him he would have him, no question.
I’m not gonna back down forever which might annoy it.
Posted on 5/10/25 at 3:48 pm to hawgfaninc
Is it a grizzly bear or a Kodiak bear?
Posted on 5/10/25 at 4:14 pm to hawgfaninc
Crossing paths with a grizzly bear. "Hello Mr./Mrs. Bear. After you if you please, I insist." Keep calm, appear as large as possible, do not behave like prey. Some vocalization and hand waving as warning is okay if the bear is approaching and has already obviously noticed you. No sudden movements, avoid startling them, do not run or make any other actions to provoke a chase. Do your best to maintain distance and move away slowly while facing the bear.
Agree with safer in groups, heard that from experienced people. Noise makers, like jingling bells on a pack, might not help but couldn't really hurt.
Then, what's your best chance of survival if the bear charges you? You could have as few as 2 seconds to implement your countermeasures, so they should be easily accessible and the associated movements should be practiced.
Here is my opinion on relative effectiveness of deterrents for a bear that has decided to charge. Interested in critique or different opinions on this.
Higher caliber rifle > 30.06 > .44 magnum with 8 inch barrel (Dirty Harry type gun) > bear spray > 9mm or .38 special (just enough to irritate them royally unless you get lucky with a head shot).
I think bear spray in the eyes and a .44 magnum ready to go at center mass would increase your odds of surviving a charging bear. That's something you would only do if your life was in danger. Filling out the paperwork after killing a bear in self-defense is a pain in the rear end. I would not go alone in grizzly habitat in Canada because of the firearms restrictions there.
Agree with safer in groups, heard that from experienced people. Noise makers, like jingling bells on a pack, might not help but couldn't really hurt.
Then, what's your best chance of survival if the bear charges you? You could have as few as 2 seconds to implement your countermeasures, so they should be easily accessible and the associated movements should be practiced.
Here is my opinion on relative effectiveness of deterrents for a bear that has decided to charge. Interested in critique or different opinions on this.
Higher caliber rifle > 30.06 > .44 magnum with 8 inch barrel (Dirty Harry type gun) > bear spray > 9mm or .38 special (just enough to irritate them royally unless you get lucky with a head shot).
I think bear spray in the eyes and a .44 magnum ready to go at center mass would increase your odds of surviving a charging bear. That's something you would only do if your life was in danger. Filling out the paperwork after killing a bear in self-defense is a pain in the rear end. I would not go alone in grizzly habitat in Canada because of the firearms restrictions there.
Posted on 5/10/25 at 4:28 pm to PJinAtl
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What about tying bells or some other noise maker to your backpack or shoes? Is that legit advice or just an old wives tale?
Noise in general, bell or whatever. Last thing you want to do is surprise a bear. Let them know you’re coming.
If I’m with someone we are constantly talking. I’ll make more noise if I’m coming around any bends etc.
Posted on 5/10/25 at 4:32 pm to hawgfaninc
quote:Done this and will again be doing this later this Summer.
Guy goes for a hike in Banff Canada
Damn, coulda been/might still be me.
Kinda makes you think to verify that you are not the slowest runner in your upcoming hiking party.
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