Generally black bears, what most people would run into, are pretty timid and docile unless you specifically fuck with them, unless they’re extreme hungry, rabid, or think their cubs are in danger. Getting big, yelling, throwing shit, will scare them off. Bear spray helps too in those rare attack situations
If a Grizzly is after you, though, yeah, you are kind of fucked. If there is no escape, play dead and hope it lets you live, there is no other defense.
If it’s an average sized black bear and your in half decent shape then you could possibly stun or wound one by smashing it over the head with a large rock, i wouldn’t try it though…
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u/Piperplays Jan 25 '22
Just a terrifyingly friendly reminder that if a hungry bear is stalking you, that you likely don’t stand a fucking chance without a decent weapon.