If you spend a lot of time in the great outdoors, you likely have questions about  bear spray. Does bear spray actually work? How do I use bear spray? Do I need the bear spray holster? Th … read more

Bear attacks continue to make  headlines.  When it comes to bear safety, there’s this saying: Brown lay down, black fight back. And while this rhyme might be easy to remember in … read more

Spring has sprung, bears are coming out of hibernation—the first grizzly bear was spotted in Yellowstone in early March—, and hiking weather is right around the corner. Whether you’re going on a hi … read more

The thought of encountering a bear on a hike or camping trip is enough to keep some people inside. Though bears tend to avoid humans, bear encounters happen each year across North America. … read more

The temperatures are rising, the snow has started to melt, and you’re contemplating going on your first hike of the season. Whether you’re a casual hiker spending a few hours on the local trails or … read more