[Cajundaddy]

Bears are rascals and will come around if there is something that interests them. Never had them near my house but they often would come down from the foothills in SoCal and relax in backyard pools and spas. They also like snacking on bird feeders.

Out in the woods we have had bear encounters many times and fortunately none were violent. We saw 10 black bears in one day, including 2 mothers with cubs while exploring Waterton National Park CN. There was always plenty of distance between us so we could observe them in peace. A few times we saw Griz in Glacier NP but again, plenty of distance so they were not a threat. I really don't want to meet one face to face on a trail through the huckleberry bushes.