Glacier Nationwide Park has earned itself the nickname “Crown of the Continent” via its gorgeous 1,600 sq. miles of pure panorama. Unbelievable lakes, stunning alpine meadows, carved valleys, glaciers, and waterfalls are unfold all through the park, accessed by guests via the over 700 miles of trails.
Inside and surrounding the park is a thriving wildlife inhabitants, with 71 species of mammals making it their dwelling. The whole lot from the tiniest shrews to the biggest moose might be discovered within the space, although some animals appear to tug a bit extra consideration than others. Glacier’s ~300 grizzly bears can fire up fairly the commotion from vacationers and regardless that they have an inclination to keep away from populated areas as a lot as attainable, outstanding sightings just like the one beneath aren’t unprecedented.
Although actually particular to see in particular person, grizzly bears at all times must be given a correct quantity of revered. Primarily this implies giving them loads of area, no less than 100 yards (300 toes) in Glacier Nationwide Park. But it surely additionally means being ready within the occasion of an encounter, carrying bear spray and understanding how one can use it, mountain climbing in teams and making lots of noise whereas on the path, and staying conscious of your environment. Moreover it means retaining your camp clear, correctly storing meals, and using designated meals lockers or hanging meals and trash. Learn extra on bear security beneath:
Should you encounter a bear contained in the minimal really helpful secure distance (100 yards; 91 m), you possibly can lower your danger by following these tips:
- If a bear or different animal is transferring in your route on a path, get out of its manner and let it go.
- Should you can transfer away, achieve this. If transferring away seems to agitate the bear, cease. On the whole, bears present agitation by swaying their heads, huffing, and clacking their enamel. Lowered head and laid-back ears additionally point out aggression. Bears could stand on their hind legs or strategy to get a greater view, however these actions should not essentially indicators of aggression. The bear could not have recognized you as an individual and could also be unable to odor or hear you from a distance. Assist the bear acknowledge you as a pleasant human.
- Discuss quietly.
- Don’t run! Again away slowly. Cease if it appears to agitate the bear.
- Use your peripheral imaginative and prescient. Bears could interpret direct eye contact as threatening.
- Proceed to maneuver away because the scenario permits.
- If a bear seems intent on approaching you, your group, or your campsite in a non-defensive method (not exhibiting indicators of agitation), collect your group collectively, make noise, and attempt to discourage the bear from additional approaching. Put together to deploy your bear spray. If you’re making ready or consuming meals, safe it. DO NOT LET THE BEAR GET YOUR FOOD!
- If a bear approaches in a defensive method (seems agitated and/or prices), cease. Don’t run. Discuss quietly to the bear. Put together to deploy your bear spray. If contact seems imminent and also you do not need bear spray, defend your chest and stomach by falling to the bottom in your abdomen, clasp your palms across the again of your neck, and depart your pack on for cover. If the bear makes an attempt to roll you over, attempt to keep in your abdomen. If the assault is defensive, the bear will depart as soon as it acknowledges you aren’t a menace. If the assault is extended, FIGHT BACK!
