If a bear attacks
? Use bear spray. Then leave the area. Studies have shown bear spray to be 92 percent successful in deterring bear attacks.
? Shoot to kill. If you use a firearm, never fire a warning shot?aim for the center of the bear and keep firing until it is dead. Notify the Division of Wildlife Resources immediately.
? Always fight back. And never give up! People have successfully defended themselves with almost anything: rocks, sticks, backpacks, water bottles and even their hands and feet.
-Utah Division of Wildlife Resources