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Think Like a Bear: Expert Tips to Stay Safe in the Wild
Episode 99
Published 8 months, 4 weeks ago
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In this episode of the Backroads Bill Podcast, bear and cougar specialist Rich Beausoleil from BearWise.org joins to talk about how to stay safe, smart, and respectful in bear country.
From backcountry safety to urban attractants, Rich breaks down what really brings bears too close to people — and what works best to keep them away.
00:00 - Intro: What Is BearWise?
06:15 - Why Bears Show Up Where You Live
13:40 - Bear Spray vs. Guns: What Actually Works
19:55 - Bird Feeders, Garbage & Campfire Mistakes
26:30 - What to Do When You See a Bear
34:00 - The Future of Bear-Human Coexistence
From backcountry safety to urban attractants, Rich breaks down what really brings bears too close to people — and what works best to keep them away.
00:00 - Intro: What Is BearWise?
06:15 - Why Bears Show Up Where You Live
13:40 - Bear Spray vs. Guns: What Actually Works
19:55 - Bird Feeders, Garbage & Campfire Mistakes
26:30 - What to Do When You See a Bear
34:00 - The Future of Bear-Human Coexistence