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Safe Hiking in Mountain Lion Country – Guard Against Cougar Attacks with These Rules

December 3, 2016

The first thing to remember about mountain lions is that they really don’t want to have anything to do with you. It’s nothing personal. But their survival depends on avoiding people. And with largely nocturnal habits and an aversion to well-traveled trails, mountain lions (also known as cougars or pumas) are pretty good at staying … [read more]

Bear Safety for Hikers – Follow These Safety Tips When You Hike in Bear Country

December 3, 2016

Hikers need to reconcile two contradictory ideas before hiking in bear country: The odds of being injured by bears are quite remote. But you also can’t ignore the potential for bear attacks. The stakes are simply too high, so it’s essential to follow bear safety tips. The potential for bear encounters is also increasing. More … [read more]

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