Always really sad when this happens. Spring time bears are the most dangerous. I don’t see what kind of Bear it is but I would suspect it’s a male black bear which in spring time can be predatory.
For those going hiking in spring remember there have been 0 bear fatalities when people hike in tight groups of 4. Carry bear spray and practice with it (either expired cans or tester cans) before going out.
If a bear attacks you and is not a female with Cubs the likely best course is fighting back and not playing dead.
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