Black bears are the most common bear species in North America by population and geographic range. An estimated 750,000 to 900,000 black bears are distributed across Canada and the United States, with … read more

Why Bear Spray Beats a Gun for Wildlife Protection Expert hunters, frequent hikers, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone spending time in bear country know that preparation is the best prevention in the ev … read more

When you're out hiking, camping, or exploring the outdoors, safety should always be a top priority — especially in regions where bear or mountain lion encounters are a real possibility. While be … read more

Exploring the outdoors can feel like stepping into a postcard. Towering pine trees, sunlight dancing through the branches, and birds chirping overhead. But that peaceful moment can vanish in an instan … read more

Birds are chirping, temperatures are rising and bears are coming out of hibernation. After a long slumber, bears (just like many humans) make it their first order of business to locate food. This sear … read more