Grizzly Bear Safety Guidelines

The video tutorial provides guidance on how to stay safe in grizzly bear country. It emphasizes making your presence known to avoid startling bears, which can be dangerous. If a grizzly bear attacks, the recommended response is to play dead by lying on your belly and protecting your neck. This technique is demonstrated by a bear expert, showing how it can protect vital areas and lead to the bear losing interest. The tutorial highlights the importance of staying calm and using the play dead strategy to survive a grizzly bear encounter.

Why is it important to make your presence known while hiking in bear country?

• To give grizzly bears a chance to notice you and move away

• To scare the bears away

• To attract the bears for a closer look

• To ensure you are not alone in the wilderness

What should you do if you surprise a grizzly bear and it attacks?

• Fight back with a stick

• Play dead

• Climb a tree

• Run away as fast as you can

Why is running away from a grizzly bear not a smart idea?

• Grizzlies are faster than humans

• The bear will think you are playing

• It will make the bear more aggressive

• You might trip and fall

What is the first step in playing dead during a grizzly bear attack?

• Wave your arms to appear larger

• Fall onto your belly

• Stand still and make eye contact

• Climb a tree

How should you protect your neck while playing dead?

• Wrap your hands around the back of your neck

• Use a backpack as a shield

• Cover your neck with a jacket

• Keep your neck exposed to show submission

What is the expected outcome after playing dead during a grizzly bear attack?

• The bear will call other bears

• The bear will stay and guard you

• The bear will become more aggressive

• The bear will lose interest and move away

What is the main reason for protecting your neck and face while playing dead?

• To make it easier to breathe

• To appear less threatening

• To protect your vital areas

• To keep your eyes on the bear