Why don't we just exterminate all bears?

[Bring_Back_Shantz]

The more I think about this, the more I'm convinced that Sliver actually just wants to go bear hunting, but doesn't understand that bear hunting is a thing.

He clearly wants to kill a bear. He's said as much.

Sliver, you do know that with a little bit of training and a few tests you're just allowed to do that right?
A spring bear tag is, like, 25 bucks.

There really isn't any need for you to reinvent the bear hunting wheel in the most convoluted way possible.

[Fuzz]

Originally Posted by BigThief

I looked up from my Nintendo Switch to take that photo.

I looked up from my Switch2, because I take my gaming seriously.





How could you want to kill this cute dude, cleaning up the dandelions like a boss? Maybe we should deploy some in the city to clean up the parks from dandelions, dogs off leash, and fraidy cats(and I'm not referring to the four legged type).

[topfiverecords]

Originally Posted by BigThief

I looked up from my Nintendo Switch to take that photo.

Uploaded on June 10, 2020

[Sliver]

Originally Posted by Bring_Back_Shantz

The more I think about this, the more I'm convinced that Sliver actually just wants to go bear hunting, but doesn't understand that bear hunting is a thing.

He clearly wants to kill a bear. He's said as much.

Sliver, you do know that with a little bit of training and a few tests you're just allowed to do that right?
A spring bear tag is, like, 25 bucks.

There really isn't any need for you to reinvent the bear hunting wheel in the most convoluted way possible.

I am trained. Self taught, but trained nonetheless.

Originally Posted by Fuzz

I looked up from my Switch2, because I take my gaming seriously.



How could you want to kill this cute dude, cleaning up the dandelions like a boss? Maybe we should deploy some in the city to clean up the parks from dandelions, dogs off leash, and fraidy cats(and I'm not referring to the four legged type).

That's a cute pic.

I don't want to kill a bear randomly (I know I used to want to see a bear cull in the mountains, but I've evolved from that position for the most part - was being genuine at the time). I want to defend myself if a bear approaches me with intent to attack.

But anyway, that's beside the point. I'm not advocating for walking around with a shotgun in Canmore because if I'm allowed then it would mean some random bozo would be allowed.

I just want to test some bear countermeasures that are consistent with current laws and that are better than pepper spray. Only on CP could you guys twist yourself into nerdy little pretzels trying to make that sound like a bad thing. Wonder what you guys would have said while the guy who invented bear spray was first musing about his invention?

[Brendone]

I spoke to my pal at the zoo (I don’t really have a pal at the zoo) and their recommendation was to hike with fully loaded drawers. Not just one member, everyone in the group. The fresher the better. Apparently it’s great bear deterrent.

[Sliver]

Originally Posted by Bring_Back_Shantz

Worth noting, that nowhere in that list is "Killed in self defense by frightened hikers"
So shooting a bear in the face while hiking, is not, for the most part, how humans have dealt with bears for hundreds of years, as Sliver suggested.

Without fear, there is no bravery.

I'll take your words as a compliment. Thank you.

[Sliver]

Originally Posted by topfiverecords

Uploaded on June 10, 2020

Directly from his pinhole camera.

[Titan2]

Originally Posted by DownInFlames

What you need is a way to make yourself look bigger to intimidate potential ursine attackers. I call it the expand-o-coat and it’s basically an umbrella mechanism sewn into the back of your jacket with extra material that extends out to make you look six feet wide and ten feet tall. It could be built into a backpack as well, possibly with C02 to speed the process and make extra noise. Patent Pending

This has been covered millions of years ago:

[8 Ball]

Originally Posted by Sliver

Honestly, I would. I'd want people on standby to shoot bears with instant tranq darts or scoop them up in a net or something, but I feel strongly enough about this that I'd get into the bear cage at the zoo and test this (with the right safety precautions in place). I'd want three drinks and to smoke a bowl first, though.

As it turns out there is a cocktail event after hours at the zoo on August 8th. Just saying...

[Titan2]

When the bears see Sliver climb into the enclosure:

NSFW!

[Leeman4Gilmour]

Buffalo Berry Removal

If you hike into the areas where the berries aren't being removed, you should be able to find a bunch of bears to test your gear on. Be sure to livestream the testing.

[BigThief]

Calling everyone a nerd because you're afraid and won't admit it is quite the projection.

[Sliver]

Originally Posted by BigThief

Calling everyone a nerd because you're afraid and won't admit it is quite the projection.

What do you mean I won't admit I'm afraid of bears? I've admitted it a million times including - literally - six posts above yours on this very page.

I'm terrified of bears. I have nightmares about their hot breath right in my face. There is literally nothing scarier on earth to me than the thought of a bear attacking me or my family.

But yeah, there's no reason why these two things can't both be true: I'm scared of bears and you guys are being super nerdy for your reaction to me suggesting a noisemaker or strobe light to shoo them away.

[BigThief]

Originally Posted by Sliver

would have said while the guy who invented bear spray was first musing about his invention?

You mean to Bear Biologist and Founder and Director of the Wind River Bear Institute, Carrie Hunt?

Probably...oh hey carrie, are you a frightened dweeb who crowd sourced your ideas on a hockey forum?

[Geraldsh]

The best noise maker I have used to scare away bears is the noise of my truck engine, more effective than pots banging and women screaming. The bear and I both found the latter actions to be annoying but not frightening.

[8 Ball]

Originally Posted by BigThief

You mean to Bear Biologist and Founder and Director of the Wind River Bear Institute, Carrie Hunt?

Probably...oh hey carrie, are you a frightened dweeb who crowd sourced your ideas on a hockey forum?

I wonder how many people screw that name up?

[Geraldsh]

Originally Posted by 8 Ball

I wonder how many people screw that name up?

Only people looking at the wrong end of the bear.

[Erick Estrada]

I'm afraid of bears. It's why I'm not big on hiking. I can think of so many better ways to die than being mauled by a brown bear. I'm fully aware that it's around maybe one bear attack a year but I have that kind of bad luck where I can't afford to push it.

[puffnstuff]

Her brother Mike has issues with it

[Sliver]

Originally Posted by Erick Estrada

I'm afraid of bears. It's why I'm not big on hiking. I can think of so many better ways to die than being mauled by a brown bear. I'm fully aware that it's around maybe one bear attack a year but I have that kind of bad luck where I can't afford to push it.

I think there are tons of people like you, but these guys just have fun belittling people with a fear of bears.

It's just my luck I enjoy spending every minute I can in the mountains while also having a terrible fear of bears. If there was something or somewhere I enjoyed more, I'd love to never have to worry about a bear again.