Erin Johnson's Fatal Bear Attack
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Welcome back to Scary Bear Attacks! Today’s episode takes us to the Pogo Gold mine about 340 miles northeast of Anchorage, Alaska. The gold mine opened in 1989 and sits in steep and brushy country about 40 miles northwest of the town of Delta Junction. This area has been the site of environmental research ever since mining started and the GoodPaster River Drainage is one of the locations scrutinized and monitored. The elevation of the drainage varies around 2400 feet above sea level with rolling mountains to the south and larger ones to the north. The dense brush covering the land is comprised mostly of alder, willow and other brush under ten feet in height, with occasional stands of spruce and birch trees. The animals common here are moose, and caribou primarily with predators being coyotes, wolves, black bears and brown bears.
At 10:30 AM on Monday, June 19th, 2017, 27 year old Erin Johnson and 38 year old Ellen Trainor were taking soil samples along Goodpaster River. Ellen hailed from Fairbanks and worked as a biologist for Alaska Biological Research Inc., which was contracted to do biological impact studies by the mine owners.
Erin worked there in the same role and grew up in Chugiak near Anchorage. She spent her youth wandering the nearby forests and playing sports. Erin’s interest for sports and the outdoors probably started with her family owning a chain of outfitting stores called Jax Outdoor Gear in northern Colorado. She was a member of the U.S. Junior Olympic Nordic Ski Team in 2006 and 2007. Erin was trained as a geologist and botanist at the University of Montana and the University of Alaska Anchorage. She had already adventured her way around some of the most secluded corners of the globe by this early age. Erin and her husband Gabe were married just two weeks prior to this day.
At their role of biologists for ABR both women had completed numerous classes on bear safety. Their broad and extensive experience outdoors only added to their knowledge base.
Erin and Ellen had packed into their site about 5 miles from the mine, for soil samples and still had the backpacks on their shoulders. As they pushed their way through the thick brush they chatted about being bear aware. Erin was about 5 yards up the trail when Ellen heard a rustling in the bushes just behind her.
Ellen turned to find the source of the rustling and watched a 300 pound bear appear only 15 feet away from her. The bear looked like it could be a grizzly bear but before she could analyze it, it was already rushing toward her. Ellen reached down toward her bear spray in its holster on the waist strap of her backpack. Before she could touch the can of spray the bear closed the distance and drove Ellen into the dirt facefirst. The bear started to tear at her backpack with savage and irresistible force, jerking her around with each toss of its head.
Erin watched as the bear straddled Ellen during the attack. She began to yell at the bear in an attempt to drive it off, but it didn’t relent. After only a few seconds, the bear lifted its head from Ellen and fixed its gaze on Erin. Her screams had finally drawn its full attention and now it approached her.
Now, we have already mentioned how Erin had had training on how to handle a run in with a bear. Undoubtedly she had been taught to do the same thing that Ellen had done. While the bear attacked Ellen she may have had time to reach her bear spray and pull it from the shoulder strap of her backpack. But, she did none of these things, and the reason why can only be attributed to overwhelming fear.
I have been there myself many times in Idaho and Alaska. When a bears eye fix on you, all the plans you have to protect yourself in your rational mind go out the window. The unpredictable nature of a bear becomes a reality and you realize you have no way of anticipating precisely what it will do next.
Ellen’s face was buried in her hands as she stared at the ground, she could hear Erin’s screams turn into gurgling as the bear mauled her. She reached her hand down to her bear spray and pulled the canister from its holster.
Ellen flicked off the safety cap from her bear spray and discharged a cloud of irritant in the bear's direction. The bear immediately charged back toward her and tore at her backpack with continued fury and showed no effects to the spray.
Bear safety training versus a bear encounter reminds me of that Mike Tyson quote... _"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face"._
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No doubt! But, if I am going to get "punched in the face", I'd prefer not to have it with my hands tied behind my back! That being said, with Tyson, that wouldn't have made a difference without a gun...
My favorite Tyson quote of all time and an instant witticism about preparation.
adrenaline surge during a brown bear encounter would cause most people to freeze up with fear. animals can sense fear it flood's out of our sweat pours. that's also another thing that increases the severity of dog attacks also. you gotta be confident even if faking it
I immediately thought of the Mike Tyson comment as well and having lived in Idaho all my life I carry a Ruger super Blackhawk44 mag I use 310 Grain semi wadcutters I've always carried this gun I've never had to use it on a bear but when you frequent grizzly bear recovery area every year during the summer then you would want to have one of these . I keep saying I'm going to get some bear spray but I just don't believe that well
I am retired from a law enforcement agency here. I had 16 years on the job. At my academy we had classes in pepper spray which included being pepper sprayed while applying and removing restraints. I was able to accomplish my tasks while fighting through the discomfort of being sprayed while the room was fogged too.
The pepper spray used on my class was the same bear spray I have carried with me for years on mountain trails.
On my job there had been several times I had been in situations where pepper spray was deployed and far too often the subjects fought through it.
If we,fragile humans,can fight through the effects of pepper spray, I would not bet my life on it with a bear. So I carry pepper spray and a gun, and I still don't consider that fool proof.
So, this is my long winded way of saying, gather knowledge. Videos like this channel can offer valuable information.
Bear attacks are rare until one is eating you.
- JRI-Tech 2024
Going out with regret is a horrible way to go, especially when you are becoming food...
Man, that is the thing! And what gets me is they are so unpredictable. I have seen a huge bear in Idaho sitting in broad day light at 2 PM, you know, when they are supposed to be sleeping, etc. He was sitting on his haunches like a dog and I thought he was a black angus cow he was so big. Then I remembered I was in National Forest Land and not open range.
Most predators like to attack Solo prey. Brown bears are notorious for this. So if people want to travel in bear country Trek with 3-4 friends and you can Trek through bear country safely. just don't Cook tons of food leaving snacks open laying around at your campsite. It's all common sense stuff.
You did a great job narrating this very sad story Addicus. I can understand how it left you feeling down all day. RIP Erin Johnson, a bright young talent like you will be sorely missed.
Pete, every once in a while they do seem to hit home. Especially when it is a kid or a young person. It is like all the hope their families held for their lives and futures are dashed.
@@scarybearattacks Yes, that's exactly how it is Addicus. Losing the young is so hard to take. Life goes on, yet those scars never really heal.
Sad too many people believe bears are like Yogi bear and walk around with food spice as a deterrent to being mauled or killed by a bear. All too often , we hear that these attacks are "rare" but in reality they are not "rare" and anyone entering wild country with large predators has little excuse not to bring the proper weapon.
Lol...I think your characterization of bear spray as a 'food spice deterrent' is an excellent, superlative description of such. I mean, after all, that is the truth. When you boil it all down, all bear spray is, is a very concentrated amount of a food spice...capsaicin, I believe.
@user-mg6wn4hs5t Not to mention, the weather has a huge part in using bear spray as well.
I doubt that it is very effective in wet weather and definitely not when the wind is blowing in your face.
Heavy caliber firearms are the only way that you have a chance of survival against these powerful animals.
@@Corinne-v9cYour explanation is spot on!! I just don't understand why people walk around in bear country unarmed.🤔 They seem to take it so casually. Crazy!!
@@overlord5580 Especially ones that are determined to put you on the menu. A Mossberg 500 with 20 inch barrel is very light. Its recoil will be stiffer but I doubt anyone will notice during dire circumstances. There's variations of the 500 which I have both. One has parkerized steel and the barrels are MUCH thicker than blued civilian styles. The standard blued model is a featherweight. The military style is almost as heavy as a Winchester M12 riot gun (all steel) with 7 rounds at your disposal. Brenneke slugs for sure.
While guiding in Alaska, my partner scored two direct hits of bear spray into a brownie's face. The bear turned sideways to us after each blast, then continued to advance in our direction. I've also seen bears lap discharged bear spray off the ground. Based on my experience, I wouldn't bet my life on it and always carry a large-bore weapon while traversing in bear country. Had the girls been armed, the outcome might have been different. So sad!
I don't care what anyone says, if you are going to an area where there are large predators you need to arm up,if you think about it, you are trusting your life to a can of spray, if you are not willing to have maximum protection with you then you shouldn't go inside predators territory, IT'S THAT SIMPLE, they know you are there, they can smell you for miles ,you won't win with bear spray if attacked
Absolutely spot on!!! Great explanation!!
Especially the 2 legged variety!
People in black bear country should be made aware that bear spray is mostly ineffective on black bears! Always carry enough gun!
This is a very sad story.
Thanks for sharing
It actually had me down all day. Broke my heart. That poor young lady and her husband.
Thank you Atticus, love the way you tell these events with a mix of respect for the victims and a level of description that makes you feel you could be there. Master story teller 😊 So sad for the victims and their families.
Addicus this bear seemed to have already made up his mind of attacking these girls! I don’t think much else would have stopped the attack except, the high powered rifle that was brought in at the end! Such a sad & tragic life lost! RIP. 🙏❤ thanks for the hard work you do to bring awareness to these situations that have happened and will happen again. God bless, and stay safe out there everyone
RIP Erin! Thanks again, Addicus! Love the way you narrate these heartbreaking bear attack stories
Don't go into the WILD Without A MAGNUM CALIBER
Alaska has to be one of the most dangerous places to encounter any kind of bear!
I worked in Yellowstone for a summer. Man were we lucky ❤
IF the park rangers are carrying a sidearm along with bear spray... That should spell it out!
Please, do tell! Did you have any scary run-ins? Why would you say you were lucky? That sounds like some occurrences may have gone the other way at some point?
What a terrible tragedy. My heart goes out to her family and friends. I hope they have found solace in support from the community. Any time a bear stalks someone it is predatory. Defensive attacks are confrontational from the beginning.
The 1st black bear predatory attack I heard of was in Canada IIRC Manitoba or Ontario. It was in an Outdoor Life or Field & Stream magazine. The survivors said the bear appeared behind them on a trail and keep following them, making no noise. Bear had a creepy stare probably deciding who'd be the tastiest. Don't recall how many were killed or rec'd wounds as it was several canoes full of wilderness hikers.
Thing that struck me the most was the bear's deliberate and focused behavior.
Not sure if this is part of the above saga but IIRC some light campers were attacked while sleeping. This is no joke and it comes from African hunters going after man killing lions. Human flesh is tender and the skin super easy to rip. Plus human meat is a bit sweeter than animal species. If Jeffery Dahmer was still around I could ask him if that's true.
her stomach was eaten out while still alive.
I’m guilty of not being prepared too. I worked at a northern New Mexico ski resort for 7 years and even thought security cameras caught large bears and we even had one get into a restaurant on top of the mountain we never carried firearms or bear spray which looking back doesn’t seem very smart. During the spring and summer there was plenty of signs and videos of bear and lion
I am glad everyone avoided being injured. The question is, for how long? Did you see the episode on my channel about the Aspen 5 star that was raided by a big black bear?
I don't care what anyone says. the bearspray is overrated!
I would never venture out into the wilderness where bears are present without carrying a firearm . . . Preferably a long gun and a powerful sidearm!
The big take away to me is that it is not likely to work at close range on a predatory bear. I think the other attacks it may work on but some bears are too tough.
Addicus@@scarybearattacks - Thanks as always for the best retelling of bear attacks on RUclips.
I have seen many statements where people say bear spray is better then a fire arm, and then proceeds to give reasons. And frankly, these "reasons" strike me as being more like some sort of politically correct crusade to speak only negatively of fire arms and to minimize their vaule in self protection. That is just my observation.
But the big take-away you noted seems counter-intuitive based on my reading of many of your tales and those of others, because initiating the spray at distance would seem to allow for more DRIFT and for more breezes to blow it in various and possibly wrong directings totally, diluting and dispersing the elffect whould would seem to be better when CONCENTRATED and in close range.
Fantastic job as always❤
As always fantastic job. Narration is always good
Thank you Sue and great to see you here!
they had completed NUMEROUS CLASSES ON BEAR SAFTY.
"Bear spray isn't working, a weapon is needed" - Radio message.(Ellen).
It goes to show you can always prepare & even know what you're supposed to do, but a freak occurrence is always going to be possible out in the wilderness.
A predatory attack on humans, especially multiple adults, from a black bear seems very uncommon. This bear was really hungry :/
Tragic! So sad the women only had bearspray. Imo, as they were employed to do research there, they should have been allowed to have more.
Grrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!🐻 I was looking all day for my new scary bear 🐻 attacks episode!!! Them my brother Tom calls me to find out what time to take me to doc appt Friday afternoon How dare he!! Lol!!!😂😂😂 Oh the insanityyyyyyy!!! I missed the countdown again!!! Can you put the countdown on for me my 🐻 buddy Addicus It gets me going!!! Rooooarrrrrrrrr 🐻 Rooooarrrrrrrrr 🐻 Rooooarrrrrrrrr 🐻!!!!!!!!!
Me too! Also there isn’t ever a link for me did I give you recent info/card?
Stay strapped in the wild!
Grrrrrr I missed the live because of dinner lol hope everyone is doing great.
Sad for Erin. Rest in Gods peace. Also sad for the poor bear.
Yeah, this was a pretty hard episode to make. Such a smart and athletic woman cut down in the prime of her life.
Both girls should have been carrying at least a 10mm or larger handgun. How can anyone be sad for a bear that while unprovoked attacks both girls and kills one of them? If you feel sorry for the bear, you’re sick.
@@GoodGuysCarryum yeah...I have to concur. That bear was exclusively predatory & it had no reason to attack other than to satisfy its need to kill. To me, it's a huge stretch to feel any remorse for a killer bear, for sure.
It's a dam bear and its doing what a bear does@GoodGuysCarry
the Poor Bear?
I remember the Patrick Cooper one too!! So heartbreaking 💔😭 and tragic!! RIP Patrick😇
Such a sad, tragic story. I think the bear was determined and no amount of bear spray would have helped. That's just speculation, however. Heartfelt sympathy to the families and friends. Thank you, Atticus. You are an excellent story teller.
Happy hump day everyone!!!! Lol!!🤣🤣🤣
...wacky Wednesday...
Very interesting story and storytelling Addicus!!! Wow wow wow!!! So so heartbreaking 💔😭 and tragic!! RIP beautiful angle 😇 and so so heartbreaking for the 🐻💔😭 I definitely feel nothing could have been done to prevent the attack Gonna watch again a little later Addicus !! I'm sick and tired of getting interrupted!! Lol!!! 🤣🤣🤣
Likely the bear was stalking the 2 women. Erin had no chance . It was on predatory mode all the way.
It is really Interésting that the fatality rate in brown bear and black bear attacks on humans is 14% for both, With some variation for country and more predatory attacks by black bears
Now that's another reason why you can't really put your trust on near spray😢
Too many steps to the spray and no certainty that it will work. If she had a revolver she might have had a chance, the bears don't recover from a lead salad.
That is why I think there is a need for some kind of airbag like product that dispenses the irritant in a bigger range. I don't know. Very tough to solve. If you carry your bear spray in your hand then you may fall down and break it, etc. No good answer yet. Cue Troy Hurtubise.
@@scarybearattacksmaybe add a air horn type sound or flash bang with the irritation. Loud rattlesnake sound? Would a gun shaped bottle help the aim? More research needs to be done.
There are times when only a well placed bullet (or several of them) will stop a bear attack, I believe this was one of them. Anyone going into the wilderness should be aware that black bear are a very dangerous animal, especially when hungry. Remember, "this can happen to you".
15 feet! OMG! Terrifying
Thanks Atticus. 😢
Iam from sweden and I cant understund how parents go on camping whithout any protektion when they know there is bears There?
I have a question for you Addicus. You mentioned that you have experienced bear aggression, my question is, do you have any experience with livestock? I have spent my whole life with big dangerous animals, not predators but plenty aggressive. You get used to staying calm and logical while getting yourself out of harm’s way. I have bumped many black bears who always ran away but I feel like I would be able to calmly shoot a bear if it was mauling my coworker.
I've spent 30+ years studying brown bear's and there behavior. I've got books written by brown bear attack survivors. anyone wants to know anything ask me. it's my favorite subject
@MarcAlan1198, you have just opened Pandora's box, my friend! I have a TON of questions and want to thank you for offering your knowledge and insight to us. Can I email you directly? Or can you email me please? ScaryBearAttacks@gmail.com
@@scarybearattacks I'm not very good with emailing people
@@scarybearattacks couldn't you ask a question on here Atticus? then people can learn things that are critical
@@scarybearattacks be honest I've never emailed before I would have to learn it first. I'm not a computer/technology type
Are brown bears ACTUALLY brown bears?
You should include mountain lion attacks on this channel
The rainbows were incredibly beautiful
Heart breaking . So young & recently married , geez , that totally sucks . RIP young princess .. You are correct Pal , when a bear fixes his gaze on you , it's almost as " this can't be real " , but it is , and I need to act quick . Had a weapon be used at ground level at the distance the girls were from the bear , it would be alot more effective . Discharging a .338 magnum rifle from a Copter attempting to be as still as possible { other veterans out there know how it feels } is effective as it can be , but , to use the force of a big caliber handgun at 15 to 20 feet { I think you said 15 feet ? } would be my choice . I'm not demeaning the power of that .338 from the copter , I'm saying { by experience } that the power of an equally powerful weapon fired at 15 feet produces a muzzle blast & such an impressive knock down ability , that I'd wager it could of changed that horrible outcome .. Well Pal , here you are at 94.8K subscribers ,, I did tell you that this channel would go crazy due to your wonderful ability to put these great videos together , didn't I ? I am very proud of you Bro . Let's shoot for 100K . God Bless you Sir
I live in bear country, occasionally having them raid my fruit trees along the Little Salmon River in Idaho. Any time I am in the forest, I am carrying a .357 or a .45 Colt. There are also cougars and wolves, but the one that startled me most was a cow moose with a calf. I was able to leave without incident. Several people have been injured this year by moose.
I've read some of Steven Herrero books.
I have not yet read any of them. What insights have you gleaned from his research?
I'm sooooo sad!
Bear spray isn’t as easy to use as some people may think and it really requires a direct hit in the face to be effective. It’s common for wind to blow it away or even back towards the person.
well this one busts two myths, 1.bear spray is effective, that bear got juiced twice at close range 2. black bears only attack as a defensive measure
Aside from their unfortunate bear training, which did not apparently recommend firearms, let's recognize these two ladies. They did valiantly and honorably. Neither one of them ran away from the fight or abandoned the other, but sought to protect the other.
So many people are lightly called "heroes" that took no action by putting themselves in harm's way, but these women did.
I call these two ladies heroes.
💡Seems like someone thought that spraying bear spray on a bear's booty while it's attacking someone is effective😵 Too many gullible people allow bear's and other predatory animals to get too close and even attack them before taking action😞 I'll bet that none of that spray made it to that bear's face, because of how she said she folded up each time the bear came at her. Many of us logical thinking people can listen to these stories told by the survivors, and differentiate the facts from the fiction of their story of what most likely happened😂 It's a damn shame when people are timid and don't immediately act when it comes to real danger, especially when they look at the most dangerous animals as being cuddly Disney characters😔 Makes good stories tho👍👍
I was a member if the US Olympic falling down team. The Special Olympics have the real skills in this sport.
I imagine being sober adds a degree of difficulty to a good performance in the sport :)
I wouldn't know.....hic*
I wouldn't know.....hic*
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Yes a firearm always tilts an attack in favor of the bearer of said firearm. However, it must be able to be deployed in an instant. Perhaps the bear spray would have been more effective if it too was deployed earlier. With either weapon, in a surprise attack from behind as this one was, purpose and utility was largely rendered ineffective.
May I remind American people of their 2nd amendment rights? Even if your anti gun rhetoric have common sense! RIP 🪦 Erin
Seems like bears are always the aggressor
When you're in grizzly country, in the thick bush, you need to have bear spray or a rifle in your hands at all time. Unless it's in your hand it's worthless.
Here in the east, the Adirondacks/NY and New England, everyone says, Black Bears won't bother you. They say things like 'they are just big raccoons'! And there are no records of them harming anyone around here. This may be true. Maybe there is more natural food around here for them to eat, and no Brown Bears around as competitors . But I think a firearm is the way to go, and training /knowing how to use it and being prepared to use it. I would carry Bear spray as well. But a good hand gun in a good caliber, a shot gun, or a rifle at the ready is the way to go. Hopefully you never have to use them. Sad story, RIP Erin!
I know bears move fast but be aware that the original style bear spray holster is made to 'hip-shoot' if need be. Thats why the top isnt a full cup but rather a 1.5" or so strap. The safety can be removed and trigger pressed with bottle still in holster.
Sad story here.
I had a relatively minor bear contact incident and got lucky.
If you want my advice, coming from thousands of days and nights in the woods between camping and travelling - the only rule about wild animals is there are no rules. Each is an individual charector with personality traits and life problems.
You might think fires, urine, dog fur, bells or other things keep you safe but it varies by animal.
I can answer all your questions with one statement. Never, ever go into bear country without an adequate firearm, the ability, and wherewithal to use it. Large predators are just that...predators. They are the top of the food chain and they know it. Kinda like a terminator....it doesn't feel pity or remorse and absolutely will not stop (until it wants to). They are not suited for cohabitation with humans. Everyone loses in these encounters.
Would Tear Gas work any better? Polystyrene spray insulation foam with an irritant? Blocking it's eyes? Or Something even more Caustic? I mean there are hot peppers that can blister you, can't they make an truly extreme concentration? Or a dart full of disorientating tranquilizer drug? Spraying it with bear spray, only and seeing it ignoring it has GOT to be
one of the worst moments...
I can't see any kind of foam working because you will run into even greater difficulty in getting the foam where it needs to be than you would with bear spray. I imagine it doesn't shoot as far either. Another issue with some things is time. They may not deter a bear fast enough to keep it from killing you. Channeling Troy Hurtubise!
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sulfuric acid spray.
OMG! Those poor girls! The one that survived is going to nightmares for awhile. And as far as them having a weapon with, it wouldn't have worked. That bear was on them so fast they would not have gotten the gun in its position fast enough. That's what I think anyway.
Que mad TE da duerme a victor yo quiero algo pues no se puede fierme a mi victor El tiene que dormir
From research, videos etc.
Black bear attacks are more common and predatory.
My opinion is because of population growth of humans and bears that overlap and each other. extending into each others territories.
Again season, sow with cubs, all play a big part as well as geographic locations.
Northern black bears although omnivores have little to feed on in early spring. Carrion or young critters are high on menu.
But lunch basket to birdfeeder is easy pickings.
Sow with cub(s) is always dangerous.
That mamma bear thing.
Fall can be dangerous as well as food supplies dry up, especially if you get a not so healthy bear looking to pack on pounds.
You or I are an easy meal compared to Moose, Deer or almost any other critter.😮
Ears pinned and teeth clicking is not where you want to be.
Unfortunately all the classes in the world wont save u
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Why them people never take guns and be able to use it before the bear takes it...bears are killing machines
Audio is weirdly loud.
I have been working on getting my settings right. Sorry about that.
"Bear awareness"? What does that really mean? Many bear victims become acutely "aware" when they are being mauled by a bruin. Being "bear prepared" is a better state to be in, assuming this includes a heavy caliber firearm, loaded and ready, with the person carrying it, prepared to deploy it with lethal effect.
Tim Treadwell was acutely aware of the bear that ate him!😊
Microphone sounds a bit off….
Yeah, I tried adjusting the stuff but I really stink at it. I am always fiddling with it. I think I may need a new one but I don't know enough to know when they go bad
I am afraid of bears when ubhunt them they hunt u will not mess with them
Eek. Get a mic that doesn't pop so much.
I think I have it fixed now. SOrry about that. Check out the last few episodes and let me know if it is all taken care of. Take care and be safe out there!
rooaaarrrr!🐻 sad story. RIP Erin
With training and use a gun is always the right tool. The stats on bear attacks are a joke people disappear everyday so how do the experts
Know that they weren't attacked eaten or just torn apart. How would they know that if they don't know if the person is missing
About that Val Hoyle advert on this video - she's a commie and I'm voting for DeSpain.
Omg this was a horrible attack & really hard to listen to Atticus telling it. Firstly, my condolences to Erin. Yes, this black bear boar was obviously "resistant" to the bear spray. When I say resistant, I mean that the bear's will to kill Erin was obviously more powerful than it wanting to get away from the bear spray deterrent. I'm sure the bear inhaling those powerful fumes was not pleasant, but the bear was DETERMINED to kill, thus why the bear spray was ineffective.
I truly believe the effectiveness of bear spray is directly proportional to the mindset of the bear it's being used against. If a bear is that determined to make a kill, I don't think any amount of bear spray in the world will make a difference. If a bear is indifferent to an encounter with a person & the bear's "kill instincts" aren't activated, then yes, bear spray will be a better deterrent & will probably work. I really think it all comes down to the mindset of the particular bear. This is why anyone going into the woods should also have some heavy firepower to make the crucial difference in life or death.
It was really hard for me while I was researching it too. As a father, I could only imagine how proud her parents and husband were of her. Makes me sad to think about.
Yes,yes,both have guns.
They should have been armed with something better than bear spray. I understand wanting to preserve the bear population but your own comes first. Either be sensible or don't go in their territory at all .
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many peoplles are gone die camping? Are they idiots dont read?😊
Erin is a biologist. She and Ellen should have known better.
No sympathy for people that don’t carry firearms in bear country womp womp