Stephen Herrero

Analyses encounters in Canada and the United States between people and two species of bears - the grizzly or brown bear Ursus arctos, and the black bear Ursus americanus. Describes encounters, what to do if they happen, and how to mimimize the chance of their happening. Also includes chapters on bears, their characteristics, what they eat, how they behave, etc. and safety precautions that can be taken.