Black bears can climb trees, swim, and run up to 30 miles per hour/ 48 kph. Be sure to practice Bear Safety while adventuring outdoors.
The Grizzly Bear
Brown bears are fattest in late summer and early fall as they prepare for winter hiberantion.
Bear Safety
Though attacks are rare, always practice bear safety while adventuring outdoors. Here are some useful tips to practice bear safety from the National Park Service. Identify yourself by speaking in a low-tone voice—screams or high-pitched voices may make the bear thinnk its the sound of a prey animal. Remain still; stand your ground but slowly …