Nols Bear Essentials: Hiking and Camping in Bear Country by John Gooki, Tom Reed, ISBN 9780811735490

Publisher Description:
"Nols Bear Essentials" draws on NOLS' expertise, their 40 years of experience leading trips in bear country, as well as the input of noted scientists who have studied bears and their relationships with people. This book helps you learn ways to set up camp so as to not attract bears, the safest options for storing food when car camping and backpacking, and how to protect yourself while fishing and hunting. It offers information on seven common bear encounters and how to survive them. It also presents best ways to identify grizzlies and black bears, and essential info on bear behaviour at different times of year and in different habitats.