Bear Safety 101: Your Full Video Tutorial
March 23rd, 2020
From food odor to bear spray to reacting to an aggressive animal, there's a lot you need to keep in mind when it comes to bear safety. That's why we teamed up with Backpacker Magazine to put together a video series to help you stay safe in bear country.
First, you need to know about comprehensive protection. This video covers bear encounter prevention and what to do if you do find yourself face-to-face with a bear.
So now you know that bear spray is a must while in bear country, but to be confident and comfortable using it, you'll need to practice. In this next video, learn about Frontiersman's Practice Bear Spray.
Deciding which bear spray to purchase is a big deal. Find out what sets Frontiersman apart.
You'll want bear spray that's readily accessible. Learn about Frontiersman's various holster options, including the Bike Holster for Bear Spray and Nylon Belt Holster for Frontiersman Bear Spray 7.9 oz and 9.2 oz.
Unfortunately, bear attacks do occur from time to time. Here's how to be prepared if you're charged by an aggressive black or brown bear:
See also: Ask the Expert: Bear Safety Advice from Lynn Dickerson, Hiking in Bear Country and Bear Spray Better than Firearms.
When you're in bear country, you need to be prepared. Knowing what to do (and not to do) could be the difference if a bear gets aggressive. Carrying a bear spray that is readily accessible is the single most important thing you can do.
A Customer's Frontiersman Success Story
"I am sure the 'hiss' of the spray escaping the canister startled her to a point, however, the spray was upon her in an instant. She reacted immediately [...]. She ran away basically the same direction she had approached, at approximately 45 degrees away shaking her head."
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Frontiersman Bear Spray: When only the best will do!
| Frontiersman Bear Spray | The Competition | |
| EPA Maximum Strength - 2.0% Major Capsaicinoids | • | Some |
| Glow-in-the-Dark Safety - Find Canister at Night | • | Some |
| Safety Tie Attachment - Prevents Losing Safety | • | Some |
| Immediate Access Holsters - No Straps Slowing Access to Your Spray | • | Some |
| 30-Foot Range (7.9 oz Canister) | • | Some |
| Industry-Topping 35-Foot Range (9.2 oz Canister) - Safest Distance | • | |
| Industry Maximum 1.84 oz of Spray Deployed per Second | • | |
| Quality Control via ISO 9001:2008 Certification | • | |
| Exclusive HPLC Guarantee Provides Heat Consistency in Every Can | • |
Five stars for the peace of mind that it will give me when on the mountain.
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