Hike in small groups rather than alone. Persons running or moving rapidly are at higher risk. Keep children under close control, preferably in view just ahead of you. Be alert to your surroundings, especially in dense cover and when sitting, crouching or lying down. Watch for cougar tracks and signs.
Cougar scat is about the size of a large dog's scat and usually contains large amounts of hair.
Do not approach cougar kittens. Kittens are usually well-hidden. However, if you do stumble upon cougar kittens, do not approach or attempt to pick them up. Leave the area immediately, as a female will be in the vicinity and will defend her young. Avoid dead animals, especially carcasses of recently killed and partially covered deer or elk.