A Magnum Revolver would be a Helpful.
Yes. However caliber does not seem to be super important.
Several people have used .22 LR firearms effectively to stop attacks by bears.
https://www.ammoland.com/2020/10/bear-attacks-and-20-instances-of-22-rimfire-used-for-survival/
This is why I always carry during all waking hours (except in the shower, of course).
So that’s a hopeful article as I only have .22 LR.
Ponderosa Campground AZ.
Great article Dean.
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To many accounts of;
“Just Tried to run it off.”
Then the Critter Died, accidentally.
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“I feared for My Life!” may
Have been a better response.