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Be Bear Aware with Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife and Defenders of Wildlife

Be Bear Aware with Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife and Defenders of Wildlife

Learn how to share the landscape with black and grizzly bears and how bear spray works in this virtual event. Presentation by Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife and Defenders of Wildlife. Swag to participants!

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Gabrielle Orsi
Gabrielle Orsi
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  • Thu, Mar 31, 2022 from 06:00 PM to 07:30 PM
  • Foothills Trail Running Committee
  • Foothills
  • iCal Google
13 ( 130 capacity)

Now in a virtual format over Zoom - please RSVP so we can send you the Zoom details. Participants will receive swag including some giveaways of free cans of bear spray!

This event will cover:

  • bear biology
  • black and grizzly bear identification
  • what to do if you encounter a bear
  • how to secure bear attractants around your home and campsite

Presenters will also explain:

  • how to use bear spray
  • address the basics of bear spray first aid 

General public welcome to attend - please email the event contact at gepopoff@alumni.brown.edu to receive the Zoom details.

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Tags: Seattle Branch, Programs & Meetings, Trail Running, Backpacking, Hiking, Wildlife, Safety, First Aid, Seattle MAC, Seattle Explorers, Seattle Pathfinders, Virtual, New Member Events
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