I’m with The Cajun here, and remember to look up. If it is a Cougar they like to climb trees. If it is hungry enough to follow a deer, they will not hesitate to go after a human. I have never wrestled one before, but I do know a 5 month old tiger cub is strong enough to nearly overpower a grown man.(me)
Thanks for the advice. Will have the binoculars, camera and 12 gauge with me. We are heavily wooded and will be cautious.