Should you punch a bear in the nose?

Bears. And while it’s not a sure thing, punching or hitting the bear is certainly going to help you fight it off. Go ahead and clock it in the nose if you need to [source: NPS]. Of course, the animal that’s really going to be useful to punch is one that has a crazy sensitive snout.

Should you shout at a bear?

Identify yourself by talking calmly so the bear knows you are a human and not a prey animal. Remain still; stand your ground but slowly wave your arms. Continue to talk to the bear in low tones; this will help you stay calmer, and it won’t be threatening to the bear. A scream or sudden movement may trigger an attack.

Do you play dead with a brown bear?

Brown/Grizzly Bears: If you are attacked by a brown/grizzly bear, leave your pack on and PLAY DEAD. Lay flat on your stomach with your hands clasped behind your neck. Use whatever you have at hand to hit the bear in the face. Black Bears: If you are attacked by a black bear, DO NOT PLAY DEAD.

Should you throw rocks at a bear?

Predatory attacks by bears are very rare, but do occur. If the bear does not respond to aggressive actions such as yelling, throwing rocks and sticks, etc., you should be prepared to physically fight back if it attempts to make contact.

What should you do if you encounter a brown bear?

Brown bear attacks tend to be at their highest between the months of May and June, when mothers are raising their young after a long hibernation. Here’s what to do if you come in contact with a brown bear: Use bear pepper spray: Experts recommend that hikers in a bear country bring along bear pepper spray — and have it handy.

What to do if you are attacked by a black bear?

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 come in contact with a bear?

Here’s what to do if you come in contact with a brown bear: Use bear pepper spray: Experts recommend that hikers in a bear country bring along bear pepper spray — and have it handy. UDAP bear pepper spray is a highly concentrated spray that can stop a bear in its tracks better than a gun.

Can you defend yourself against a bear?

According to research by the US Fish and Wildlife Service, of those who defended themselves against a bear attack with a weapon, 50\% sustained serious injuries – compared to very few injuries incurred by those defending themselves with bear spray.