Alan Yates was in charge of a crew working in the forested mountains of Montana in 1989 when he had to defend himself against the charge of two black bears with his .357 magnum revolver.
.357 Magnum Revolver Used to Survive Double Bear Charge
Black Bears
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DeSantis Receives Bill to Restore the Ability to Shoot Bears in Defense
The bill to restore the ability of people in Florida to defend themselves, their pets and their dwellings from black bears has been sent to Governor DeSantis.
Defense Against Pursuing Black Bear and Man Fishing in Michigan in the 1960s
James Albert Maierle shot a black bear in self defense on the Montreal River in the upper peninsula of Michigan. It was in the early 1960’s, during the spring of the year.
Florida Moves to Legalize Self-Defense Against Bear Attacks
The Florida House has passed a bill to allow humans to defend themselves, their pets, and their homes from bears.
Utah Wildlife Board Approves Black Bear Permits for 2018 Hunts
Black bears are doing extremely well in Utah: in less than 20 years, the number of bears has almost tripled. Now, hunters can apply for permits to hunt..
Spring Time in Georgia Means More Possible Bear Sightings
As the weather warms with the arrival of spring, residents in rural, urban and suburban settings could have sightings of multiple types of wildlife.
NJ Man who Shoots 3 Problem Bears gets $4,000+ Fines and Fees
In October, 2014, Bob Ehring shot three problem bears on or very near his home. The judge found him guilty a few days ago and levied $4,000+ in fines and fees.
