Bear Safety in the Eastern US Woodlands: A Folding Pocket Guide to Staying Safe in Black Bear Country

This practical guide covers everything you need to know for safe travel in bear habitat-from identifying black bears and understanding their behavior to recognizing warning signs and avoiding dangerous encounters. Learn how seasonal feeding and hibernation patterns influence bear activity, and how that knowledge can help you make smarter decisions in the field. Clear, easy-to-follow guidance shows you how to hike, camp, backpack, RV, and recreate safely in bear areas. You'll also find helpf...