What should I do if I meet a bear while climbing a mountain?

Generally speaking, there is no secret about people's reaction to bears. After all, every encounter is different, every bear is different, and the reaction measures you take when you meet a bear will definitely affect your chances of getting away with it.

If you see a bear in the distance.

You can enjoy this rare beauty for a while, and then make a big circle to avoid the position of the bear. If possible, you'd better walk downwind so that the bear can't smell you. And try to avoid the bear's sight, make a metallic sound all the way, let the bear know where you are, and then leave the place quickly, but don't run!

If you see a bear on the road or nearby.

Stay where you are, immediately take out your pepper spray (if any), and of course, if possible, take a longer detour; However, if the terrain restricts your detour, please walk back a few hundred meters along the path, take a rest and then walk back, making a metallic noise while walking. When you return to your original position, the bear may have disappeared from your sight! If the bear is still in place, maybe you should consider postponing or giving up the trip.

If you see a bear not far away.

The most important thing is not to panic, not to run and not to scream. Running and other sudden movements may lead to bear attacks. The first job is to do nothing-don't make any sudden movements or make sudden noises. Stand still, prepare your pepper spray, and then take a few seconds to carefully evaluate the whole situation, including seeing if there are bears around, detecting the escape route around, etc. And then decide your next step. As long as you keep your head cool and don't lose control, you have an excellent opportunity to leave fresh memories for this encounter, not hurt.

Of course, try to tell whether the bear is just curious or really aggressive. Pay attention to the aggressive behavior characteristics of the bear, such as the ears turned backwards, the hair on the back and neck stood up to prepare for the war, quickly shook his head left and right, and issued a threatening "Woo-!" "Or the sound of feet thumping on the ground. If the bear grinds its teeth together and makes a loud noise, it means that it is very upset and is likely to attack.

If a bear stands up on its hind legs and raises its nose and mouth, it is not a sign of aggression. The bear is probably just trying to scare you. Look at the painful expression on your face.

Aggressive behavior can be used as a clue, and the bear may just want to warn you to stay away from its territory. You'd better do it quietly. Any bear that comes towards you should be regarded as an attack. Leave a heavy backpack, extra clothes, camera and kettle, trip or slow down the speed of the bear, but don't leave a bag with food. You don't want to leave the food reward to the bear chasing you.

When retreating, it is usually best to walk slowly backwards, speak softly in a monotonous voice, avoid sudden movements, don't turn your back on the bear, don't kneel down, pretend to be fearless and obedient, avoid looking at the bear, or move your arms up and down slowly when retreating.