Knowledge of bear behavior can reduce the chance of an unpleasant encounter with one.
Bears are naturally wary of humans.
However, the only predictable thing about bears is that they are unpredictable. Here are a few guidelines you can follow to reduce, but not eliminate, your chances of having a close encounter with a bear. If You See a Bear If you see a bear, report it to a park ranger as soon as possible. Someone else's safety may depend on it. Give any bear you see plenty of room.