Bear Safety
The provincial and national mountain parks are home to grizzly and black bears. Learn the skills to recognize bear signs and behaviours, how to use bear spray, and what to do when you encounter a bear on the trail.
Bear Safety Lecture
Don't let your fear of bears, cougars or other animals keep you out of the backcountry. In this 2-hour lecture, learn about bear signs and behaviours, how to avoid them and what to do when you do meet an animal on the trail.
How to use bear spray
Bear reports and advisories
Go to the provincial and national parks websites below for general trail conditions in addition to warnings and closures.