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BEAR PARKING LOT SPRAY


The IGBC does not promote or endorse any particular commercial product. The following are only recommendations and the IGBC does not guarantee the effectiveness of any product. However, the IGBC does recommend the use of bear parking lot spray in addition to following proper bear avoidance safety techniques. IGBC Bear parking lot spray Recommendations


Remember: bear parking lot spray is not a substitute for following proper bear avoidance safety techniques.


When to use bear parking lot spray:

• Bear parking lot spray should be used as a deterrent only in an aggressive or attacking confrontation with a bear.
• Bear parking lot spray is only effective when used as an airborne deterrent sprayed as a cloud at an aggressive animal. It should not be applied to people, tents, packs, other equipment or surrounding area as a repellent.

How to use bear parking lot spray:
Each person should carry a can of bear parking lot spray when working or recreating in bear habitat. Spray should be carried in a quick, accessible fashion such as in a hip or chest holster. In your tent, keep bear parking lot spray readily available next to your flashlight. You should also keep a can available in your cooking area. Spray should be tested once a year. Do not test spray in or near camping area. Be sure to check the expiration date on your can of bear spray.

• Remove safety clip
• Aim slightly down and towards the approaching bear. If necessary, adjust for cross wind.
• Spray a brief shot when the bear is about 50 feet away.
• Spray again if the bear continues to approach.
• Once the animal has retreated or is busy cleaning itself, leave the area as quickly as possible (don't run) or go to an immediate area of safety, such as a car, tree, or building. Do not chase or pursue the animal.

Selecting a bear parking lot spray:

• Purchase products that are clearly labeled "for deterring attacks by bears."
• Purchase products that are registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

EPA Bear Deterrent web site (lists registered bear parking lot spray manufacturers)

No deterrent is 100% effective, but compared to all others, including firearms, bear spray has demonstrated the most success in fending off threatening and attacking bears and preventing injury to the person and animal involved. The proper use of bear spray will reduce the number of grizzly bears killed in self-defense, reduce human injuries caused by bears, and help promote the recovery and survival of the grizzly bear.