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calmbonsai 6 hours ago

That's what "bear bells" are for...in bear country.

Mountain lions are avoidant at all times unless it's a mother with cubs and even then they'll let you know well in advance.

Otherwise, just normal conversation, your smell with even a light breeze, and the vibrations on-trail will alert all animals to your presence.

In other words, the "trail music" theory is bullshit. They just want to listen to their music.

chickensong 2 hours ago | parent [-]

Bear bells have been shown to not be effective.

calmbonsai 37 minutes ago | parent [-]

Cite?

In some parks, there use is required by-law.

Given that they've been in continuous use for centuries I question the conclusion that they're not effective, but I'm open to altering my opinion backed-up with data.