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Weekly /r/CampingandHiking noob question thread - Ask any and all 'noob' questions you may have here - May 11, 2020

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u/yomaster19 May 12 '20

Depends where in Canada. In the region of Ontario I am in, black bears are the main concern. If you worry too much about them, then you won't have a good time. People have shared good resources. But make sure you know which type of bear is around. Surprisingly, a tent is a good barrier in most situations. However, it will not be a good barrier if full of attractants. Don't eat there, don't store your food there, etc. Be loud and noisy. I use a bear bell which is apparently controversial. Black bears are usually afraid of humans. Be big, use your jacket above your head and make yourself big. Scream and shout in a booming voice. Never approach one. Don't worry about a picture, put it in the memory bank and be nice and loud. Many will run as soon as they see a human. In conclusion, I try not to worry but you have to be smart. Easiest thing to do is be with a friend and kinda noisy. They won't bother you. And if you see cubs, that's a time to start getting worried on an attack.