Bear Awareness


As someone who ventures into bear country, your awareness and understanding of bears is critical to carrying out your activities safely and efficiently. Good habits and a focused approach are essential to minimize the risks of hostile encounters.

  • Upon successful completion of this course, a certificate that does not expire will be available to print
  • There is no exam for this course, but a quiz at the end is required for completion
  • Participants are given five attempts at the quizz. It is strongly recommended to review all course material between attempts. If all attempts are unsuccessful, re-registration into the course is required. Fees will apply
  • Students have access to the course for 90 days from initial registration. If not completed within that time, registration fees will not be reimbursed see Cancelation Policy
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Topics Covered

  • Types of bears
  • Behaviors, ranges, habitats
  • Differences between defensive and predatory attacks
  • Handling and/or preventing encounters and deterrents

Requirements

  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Students must be adequately prepared to participate in English for required course elements
  •           Student Language Resources
  • Currently supported version of your operating System for Windows or Apple
  • Stable internet connection with a supported web browser
  • Web Camera
  • Speakers / Microphone (headset recommended)

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