As bear conflicts with humans are on the rise across Connecticut, bear self-defense products are popular items in outdoor recreation stores, as many residents plan to hike, camp, hunt and fish in the ...

Safety in national parks often depends on practical tools and a clear understanding of animal behavior, and rangers develop strong preferences based on extensive field experience. Encounters with ...

If you are going out into the wilderness there are a lot of things you should ensure you put in your pack. One of those things is bear spray. After all, the last thing you want to happen is to come ...

Hikers in British Columbia and Montana used bear spray to fend off attacking bears in two separate incidents this week, supporting use of the deterrent in backcountry settings. In a Facebook post, ...