Well I was browsing the web for news, and found an interesting video from National Geographic on how to survive a bear attack. Of course, they first said that if you are every walking around in the wilderness, make loud noises to let any bears in the surrounding areas to take note that you are there. Then they can check you out and won't be startled by you. When they are startled, that is what causes an attack. Although there is still the chance that you may be attacked, so what do you do? Well bears can run 35 miles per hour, so I'd avoid that choice, and considering they are a lot bigger and most likely stronger than you, fighting wouldn't be the best choice either because that'll probably anger them more.

The key is to play dead. 1. Drop down to the ground and lay out on your stomach with your face in the dirt. 2. Place your hands over the back of your neck.
This way your face is protected as well as your neck because the bear is going to come up and scratch you a few times but will lose interest when it thinks you are dead. I've never really thought of what to do in these types of situations other than run, because you wouldn't want to just sit there and get hurt but I guess it's better to get roughed up some rather than die.

Edit: Forgot to post the link to the video: http://nationalgeographic.com/adventure/su...guide/bear.html

This post has been edited by Plenoptic: Jul 23 2007, 11:32 PM

They are fast.. but can they maneuver quick? Lol im still going for the run and climb method - cause theres no way in heck im playin dead. These videos are interesting...

My pure instinct would definitly be to run, but i'm sure after it caught up i'd be thinking, "i had better just lay still". *laughs* suddenly the movie "without a paddle" pops into mind. Anyways, it's very good information for hikers and campers, but, i'm more worried about snakes where I live, but that's why I already know to make lots of noise while walking around, you want the snakes to know your coming, they can't eat humans . Good information though.

I would run. I mean reading this I am saying like yea I would do that. But then thinking about a bear coming out of no where. I would run like hell! I mean a bear! It might not be the smart thing to do but whatever.

Haha, if I had the chance to race a fully grown bear to my death I would take it. That, in my opinion would be an honorable way of dying, and something people could always remember. Plus, if you didn't die, you would get pretty well known by a large population because of the media coverage on incidents like this. Or, unlike me, you could be smart, and like the information said, just play dead .

I'd go for the tree everytime!!! I mean, it's a bear. One look and you'd start running. Trouble is it would start rocking the tree!!! now that would be frightening.
There's no way in hell I would go and lay down in it's path of destruction.

I mean, what if it treads on you? You wouldn't be able to breathe. That way there would be no survival even if the bear thought you were dead...

In this world, nothing is more important than knowing how to dissuade the aggression of wild animals. More than ever before, there is a pressing need for education in the area of bear assault survival tactics. Especially more and more People ,privately own or breed such animals or have as Pets in this World, with simple as applying for a State Permit to do so. What these owners don’t realize is Bears stay as wild animals in all Respect ,not fully Pets and should never be thought upon as only Pets. But we do!
Accidents occur right in our own back yard ,as well out in the wild.
Never Allow your Gaurd Down at no Time around any Wild Animal in Wild or as Kept as a Pet.

The first and most important step in surviving bear attacks is prevention, and that means preparedness. Whenever one ventures outside, whether for a short hike or a month-long backpacking excursion, one should always have all the necessary tools to ward off possible bear aggression. To avoid startling bears in the wild, be sure to bring a pair of morocco’s or an air-horn on any outdoor trip. These unnatural sounds will ensure that every bear for miles around will know exactly where you are, and thus will not be startled when you cross paths. Most likely would not adventure towards that disturbing sound ,The bear instinct would be to place distance between you and them, especially if mother with cubs. Preparation is vital, but is just as important to know exactly how to proceed if an unavoidable bear attack arises.
If you are either out hiking, hunting, or camping you need to be aware if it is bear territory. Being aware if there are bears around will be your first clue on how to act and what to do if come in contact with one .


If you happen to spot a bear out in the wilderness and the bear sees you .there are few things you need to do so the bear will not charge you .Bears can attack for a number of reason’s e.g. ,protect territory, food, cubs, and being surprised. Talk softly, calm and slowly.
You want the bear to identify you not as a threat ,Back away with your arms and hands raised above your head ,waving them slowly. This will make the bear think you are larger animal and hoply make it go on it’s merry way.
Do not make eye contact with the Bear at any time .
It will see you as Threat.

Do not lose sight of the bear as you are backing away though .You want to know what it is doing at all times.
If the bear decides it’s being threatened and charges you ,DO NOT RUN. Stand your ground when its charging .
Bears will commonly “Bluff” charge before they will attack.

At this time continue to SLOWLY walk backwards, away from the bear. If the bear continue to charge and is going to attack, lay down in fetal position .If the bear senses no retaliation ,it may see you as not a threat and leave you alone. If you are wearing a back pack ,keep it on ,This will help protect your back during a attack, laying on the ground in fetal position can reduce the level of injury sustained during the attack, if the bear decides to leave ,don’t get up right away ,Stay on the ground and wait more than 10 minutes, The bear can be off watching you ,waiting to see if you run.
If the bear does not stop attacking you ,you need to fight back.

Try to get up and be loud and aggressive as you can ,Punch for the eyes and snout of the Bear ,This can daze the animal and give enough time to escape .As this may sound foolish to Hear ,

Bears are very sensitive to loud sounds and will retreat far from disturbing sounds ,that is hurtful to their ears. Also most sensitive areas of the Bear is the snout and the eyes, will Daze them for brief moments ,enough time for you to escape .

"If None these area's work umm Hope to have some cookies or candy ,something sweet on you ,For the Bear will want something in return for punching him between the eyes"

Thanks for this mate.

If I'm ever attacked by a bear I'm sure this will come in useful.