i-have-a-pet-dog t1_j6huzj6 wrote on January 30, 2023 at 1:12 PM Reply to LPT Request- Do you think loud music could deter bears/animals when hiking? by [deleted] I’ve heard from Park Rangers while hiking that music or other deterrents like bear bells are heavily discouraged because it’s more likely that the bear will be curious of the noise and seek it out rather than avoid it. Permalink 4
i-have-a-pet-dog t1_j6huzj6 wrote
Reply to LPT Request- Do you think loud music could deter bears/animals when hiking? by [deleted]
I’ve heard from Park Rangers while hiking that music or other deterrents like bear bells are heavily discouraged because it’s more likely that the bear will be curious of the noise and seek it out rather than avoid it.