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about 10 people die every year from bear attacks in North America
about 1100 die every year from bees, hornets, and wasps
But bee stings dont make good film at 11 its kind of like, More people die in bicycle accidents every year than in airplane crashes But you dont see that on the news, either.
I have hiked and slept in tents many many times in bear country, and with the exception of carrying bear spray, have never given it a second thought.
I agree about Grizzlies.
Most of the parks and back country have black and brown bears. You see them foraging along rivers and campground dumpsters. They are harmless if you leave them alone.
But if you see a bear with a big hump on its back get the hell away. Especially if you have live fishing bait or fresh food.
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