That was just a little up to close and personal. Very scarry.
Here, it is recommended to make noise when you come in contact with a bear so that they are aware of your presence. It looked like the bear did not have a clue.
Had the bear been in a attack mode, the outcome may have been different.
I used to run into black bears when doing wilderness canoeing in MN. They were usually scared off by yelling or making other noise such as banging on a pot etc. Never had a close encounter, but 50 feet or so was close enough. Never carried a sidearm when canoeing.
I do carry a sidearm when fishing in remote places here. Yes, big enough caliber to drop a grizzly. You just never know. Most bears you encounter here are looking for lunch, and you will do nicely, thank you. :roflblack:
Thank you for sharing the video. :thumbup: