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Written by obijuanak on 7/22/2010 at 10:12 pm
On Jul 22, 2010, at 13:34 , Gib wrote:
> Juan, you need to move to a state where the humans out number the critters. I
wonder if they make a bear whistle similar to the deer whistles? I have heard
that they really DO work!(;
Thanks Gib, but I think I'll take my chances with the critters, they are more
predictable ;-)
As for the whistles, we do sell bells to hikers to attach to their belts or
walking sticks along with a can of pepper spray. The theory is the same, if they
hear you coming from a distance, you won't surprise them and they won't show you
their displeasure. We also hand them a small guide on identifying bear signs.
You know you found black bears if their scat is full of grass, twigs and
berries. You know you have a grizzly if their scat contains bells, walking
sticks and smell like pepper. :-D
Juan
Juan Goula
Fairbanks, Alaska
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