In light
of
the rising frequency of human/grizzly bear encounters, the Alaska Department
of
Fish and Game has issued the following advisory to hikers, hunters, and
fishermen while in the field:
It is strongly advised that outdoorsmen
wear noisy little bells on their clothing so as not to startle grizzly bears
that aren't expecting outdoorsmen to be walking in their habitat.� It is
also strongly advised that outdoorsmen carry non-lethal pepper spray with them
in case of an encounter with a grizzly.� The Department of Natural
Resources for Alaska states it is a good idea to watch out for fresh signs of
bear activity.