Bear Spray Alternative? Is Bear Spray Even Worth It?

Do you really need bear spray with black bears? The research might surprise you. I take a look at different research that suggests bear spray is less effective with black bears. While exploring my own encounter with a black bear on a recent hike. And an alternative to bear spray I'm going to be trying on the trail. The Revenant Bear Attack Scene: https://youtu.be/_8P8MgsFNZQ Halt Dog Repellent Spray: https://geni.us/54VI Disclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links where I'll earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you. The Research: Yosemite Bear Spray Ban: https://geni.us/wMXk6R Halt Tested on Bears: https://bit.ly/3n0sVWn Spray vs Rocks: https://geni.us/CAafi Bear Attacks are rare: https://bit.ly/3kp3pbD How Dangerous are Black Bears: https://bit.ly/3F3qBUG Video Chapters: 00:00 Bear Shootout 1:43 A Bear But No Spray 4:31 The Research 6:00 A Bear Spray Alternitive? Contact me at: info@mylifeoutdoors.com Subscribe to my Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmor-2SRB1E9dHMbcr397_Q?view_as=subscriber?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe to my Blog: http://mylifeoutdoors.com/subscribe Connect on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyLifeOutdoors/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mylifeoutdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mylifeoutdoors Camera Equipment I use: Talking Head Camera: https://amzn.to/39MLjLA Talking Head Lens: https://amzn.to/3dzaFh3 Talking Head Mic: https://amzn.to/2PARr2w As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no addition cost to you.