We will be heading to Seward, Palmer, Girdwood, and Mt McKinley. we would prefer to stay on trails where we will run into other hikers.
If you have any suggestions, that would be great! Thanks!
We will be heading to Seward, Palmer, Girdwood, and Mt McKinley. we would prefer to stay on trails where we will run into other hikers.
If you have any suggestions, that would be great! Thanks!
Lisa
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Safe in what way? From wild animals? Natural "disasters"? Crime?
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It is likely that you'll see a bear? Probably not, but it is possible. So, take the recommended precautions and know what to do/not to do if you encounter one. You might want to make some sound as you hike (talk to one another, sing, etc.). Enquire as to any recent bear activities in the area, too, and look for any notices at the trailheads.
Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Laugh. Choose with no regret. Continue to learn. Appreciate your friends. Do what you love. Live as if this is all there is.
--Mary Anne Radmacher
Any of the parks will probably have a brochure on awareness in bear country.
Some bears know that ice chests are lunch boxes, so store them in your trunk, out of sight. If in the car, throw a blanket over it.
If you'll be in back country overnight, store your food away from your sleeping area. If there aren't food caches provided (bear proof containers), then sling a rope over a tree branch and winch your food up high out of reach. Toothpaste too.
I hear bear spray works, but to make sure it's reachable and not in a pack. Wear it on your belt.
In general brown bears aren't as dangerous as grizzlies. But don't get between a cub and it's mama. And if you must get up-close and personal photos of said cute bear, use a telephoto lense.
Beth
You might check out Backcountry Bear Basics by Dave Smith. It gives the psychology of bear, and some good tips/ideas for staying safe in bear country.
In a nutshell, though, bear are big, fast, intelligent, curious and hungry. Act appropriately. At least that's what I got out of that book.
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