Black bears are typically wary of humans and usually avoid confrontation. However, they are attracted to food and may approach a campfire if they believe food is nearby.
If a Bear Approaches Your Campfire
- Remain calm.
- Make yourself look as large as possible.
- Do not run or make sudden movements, as this could startle the bear.
- Slowly back away while making noise to let the bear know you are there.
- If the bear continues to approach, you may need to use bear spray or other deterrents to scare it away.
To reduce the chance of attracting bears, store food securely and keep your campsite clean.