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Do bear bells work? Or do they just make you into an annoying hiker?
By Julia Clarke last updated
We dive into the research on whether bells help repel bears in the backcountry, or just disturb local wildlife and other trail users

Man kills grizzly bear that attacked him while he was picking huckleberries in Montana
By Dave Golder published
The 72-year-old was seriously injured but managed to reach his handgun in time to save his life

"This doesn’t happen that often" – watch as Yellowstone grizzly bear "supermom" crosses log with five cubs in tow
By Julia Clarke published
The video is the product of a lucky moment for this Yellowstone wildlife guide

After several moose stompings this year, we ask the question – can you use bear spray on a moose?
By Julia Clarke published
If you’re recreating in moose country, you might be wondering if there’s a better defense than hiding behind a tree

What to do if you meet a bear: our expert safety guide
By Brian Metzler last updated
Our expert guide on what to do if you meet a bear shares vital knowledge for exploring the North American outdoors safely

Cute trail cam video footage catches real bear playing with teddy bears
By Dave Golder published
Black bears meet plush bears and the results are adorable

"I just remember the claws digging into my back" – runner recovering after hair clip saves her during grizzly bear attack
By Julia Clarke published
Several bears have been euthanized following the June 30 attack

Smoky Mountains tourists caught on camera feeding bears from lodge balcony
By Cat Ellis published
Police and the owner of the lodge have been informed
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