Survive Your Very Own Emergency With Nature’s Warnings

Published on February 10, 2019 By Jason Albert

Look Out For Five-Toed Paw Prints

When you are hiking in the forest, it’s always helpful to be on the lookout for bears or signs of them. Seeing paw prints in the mud can be an exciting thing – but five toes means it’s a deadly bear! Also keep a look out for scratch marks on tree trunks.

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NPS Photo / Kevyn Jalone

The seasoned trekker will also spot hairs on the floor or small tufts of fur. If you happen to see a bear, make sure to avoid eye contact and make yourself look as big as possible!