People traveling or camping alone were the mostly likely victims of bear attacks almost 70 percent of the fatalities involved a single person. Only 9 percent of bear attacks occurred with more than 2 people present.
Beware the bear that stalks in silence: followed by a fast rush. Once predatory bear behavior is initiated it may persist for hours unless it is deterred.
45 caliber bear deterrent.
8 large bullet holes would slow down his eating habits.