You’ll be captivated by this delightfully probing book.” —Christopher McDougall, author of Born to Run ”If there’s such a thing as a living encyclopedia of running shoes, it’s Brian Metzler. Smith provides key information on bear behavior and biology to help you understand, rather than fear, this most misunderstood animal. This book is in the Mountaineers Outdoor Basics series. This completely revised third edition of The Bears of Yellowstone remains a benchmark wildlife study. Handy pocket-sized guide to avoiding confrontations with wildlife--from black bears to bison, from cougars to wolves--and what to do in the worst-case scenario. On a chilly autumn morning in 1983, during a relaxing escape to the Canadian Rockies, Patricia Van Tighem and her husband were attacked by a grizzly bear. As Peacock tracks the bears, his story turns into a thrilling narrative about the breaking down of suspicion between man and beast in the wild. Found insideThis lush book of photography represents National Geographic's Photo Ark, a major cross-platform initiative and lifelong project by photographer Joel Sartore to make portraits of the world's animals?especially those that are endangered. Found insideAccordingly, Gilbert pulls no punches when outlining threats to bear conservation. Most importantly, this book extolls a new way of appreciating grizzly bears, the same way we regard wolves, whales, chimpanzees, and gorillas. A hands-on, practical survival guide from retired Navy SEAL Clint Emerson, from eluding pursuers, evading capture, and surviving dangerous situations. It's also the story of how he recovered with the help and support of friends, family and a dedicated medical team, but perhaps most importantly, the book is a love story between and man and animal, a clear-eyed and affectionate look at the ... Found inside – Page 163Federal authorities advise you to “fight back” if you are attacked by a black bear and to “play dead” if attacked by a grizzly. This advice is based on the ... This is a book for everyone who hikes, camps, or visits bear country–and for anyone who wants to know more about these sometimes fearsome but always fascinating wild creatures. Introduces the physical characteristics, habitat, and predatory behavior of grizzly bears. Second Edition with postscript by Ed Wiseman. "And equally amazing are the heroics and seemingly superhuman efforts of those around the victims." Bear Attacks of the Century gathers together these stories of courage, chronicling the most horrific encounters between bears and people. Readers learn of actual human-bear encounters, information about bears, survival strategies, and attack statistics. An instant classic, riotously funny, "A Walk in the Woods will add a whole new audience to the legions of Bill Bryson fans. Found insideIf it's a grizzly bear, you do the opposite of other bears. Which ones do you play dead for? It's no good being eaten by a bear while screaming, “Wait, ... Found insideLearn about Alaska's native cultures and quirky small towns, savor a freshly-caught seafood dinner, and discover the best spots to witness the enchanting northern lights Honest advice from Anchorage local and outdoor aficionado Lisa Maloney ... Read Elastic Habits now, and you'll soon discover the life-changing difference of good habits that adapt to your day. New York Times bestselling author Lauren Tarshis tackles the historic grizzly bear attacks in Glacier National Park in this latest installment of the groundbreaking I Survived series. Follows the wildlife conservationist and bear expert's travels across Alaska in search of bears. BEARS HAVE DECLARED WAR ON ALL HUMANS. Lost and completely alone, they find that their only hope resides in Anna's heartbreaking love for her family, and her struggle to be brave when nothing in her world seems safe anymore. This is a story with a small narrator and a big heart. Found insideWelcome and impressive work.” —Barry Lopez The story of a grizzly bear named Millie: her life, death, and cubs, and what they reveal about the changing character of the American West An "ode to wildness and wilderness" (Outside ... Grizzly Heart tells the remarkable story of how Russell and Enns have defied the preconceptions of wildlife officials and the general public by living unthreatened -- and respected -- among the grizzlies of Kamchatka. Found inside – Page 503The worst thing you could do at this point would be to get out your camera or try to feed the bear a snack . ... Grizzly Bear ? Play Dead ! If a bear is charging you , you ' ve got a couple of less - than - desirable options . The first thing you might try ... Traces the efforts of a passionate conservationist to protect the grizzly bear, recounting how his efforts to overturn perceptions about bear aggressiveness resulted in his death in October 2003, in an account in which the author traces ... Complete with gunplay, adventure, and backstabbing politicians, this is the ultimate story of a quintessential American experiment -- to live free or die, perhaps from a bear. Found insideThe story follows Alex and his five companions as they paddle north through harrowing rapids and stunning terrain. Twenty-nine days into the trip, while out hiking alone, Alex is attacked by a barren-ground grizzly. 'A Year in the National Parks, The Greatest American Road Trip' is a gorgeous visual journey through our cherished public lands, detailing a rich tapestry of what makes each park special, as seen along an epic journey to visit them all ... This book examines the rich history of grizzly bear management in Yellowstone National Park and explores the challenges of managing an apex predator in the face of climate change and increasing human presence in the Greater Yellowstone ... The chilling tome that launched an entire genre of books about the often gruesome but always tragic ways people have died in our national parks, this updated edition of the classic includes calamities in Yellowstone from the past sixteen ... Discusses reasons why bears attack and relates stories about such attacks. Claire Cameron has created a unique portrait of Carrie, a young woman whose actions are driven by grief and shame, her personality a beguiling combination of naïveté and streetsmarts. This packable guide shows you how to safely hike, camp, and store food and garbage in bear country and minimize your chances of an encounter-and how to handle one should it happen. Neither mysteries nor tales of horror, these stories create a world of wonder, respect, and fear that make for a book you’ll find hard to put down. A naturalist describes his eight years living with and studying a group of Alaskan wild grizzlies Describes the behavior, habitat, physical characteristics, and diet of the Alaskan grizzly bear. David and Kate are staying with their grandmother in Alaska when one day they encounter a mother grizzly bear and her cubs. Visiting Alaska for what he believes will be a dream vacation, Tyler is forced to share his uncle's cabin with two strangers and inadvertently leads a rogue, eight-hundred-pound grizzly back to his cabin. Original. An expert on hiking and backpacking in grizzly country provides real-world, trail-tested instructions for safe and confident travel. Adventurer, author, and bush pilot Hron, who has spent a lifetime flying floatplanes and helicopters in North America's most dangerous bear country, tells about real-life bear attacks and relates them to survival. Discusses reasons why bears attack, gives tips on how to avoid bear attacks, and relates stories about such attacks. Inspired by the story of John Walker Lindh, the “American Taliban,” Whiting Award–winning author John Wray explores the circumstances that could impel a young American to abandon identity and home to become an Islamist militant. This is a book for everyone who hikes, camps, or visits bear country - and for anyone who wants to know more about these sometimes fearsome but always fascinating wild creatures. Visit Dan Bigley's site or Beyond the Bear. The unbelievable true story of a man who narrowly survived one of the most brutal grizzly bear attacks, and the love that separated his blindness from the dark . 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