Have you ever been afraid of bears when out hiking or camping?
Wildlife fears can keep people from hiking or even going into the great outdoors. Don’t let your wildlife fears keep you from experiencing something, including hiking or camping.
Like most people I have my own fears, those things that I’m afraid of or scare me. Personally, I am afraid of heights, the dark, and tight spaces. Despite my fear of heights I had a period in my life where I did a lot of rock climbing. I found it better to face my fears and live my life rather than to let my fears keep me from experiencing life. All people have things that we’re afraid of. We can’t let those fears dictate to us how to live our lives and cause us to miss out on some great things.
Wildlife Fears – It’s Normal To Be Afraid Of Wildlife
This is just my opinion, but it seems that it’s perfectly normal to have some wildlife fears. A fear of being maimed, injured, or killed by wildlife is normal. It’s what helped our ancestors survive.
Being human means that we were and still are part of the food chain.
It may be normal to be afraid and have some fears. However, we can’t let those fears keep us from doing things and living our life. We need to be able to do things and face up to those fears. Often once we face our fears we find out that there wasn’t actually as much to be afraid of as we first thought.
Thus, while it’s normal to have wildlife fears, we can’t let those fears keep us from getting outdoors. Those feelings in your body are just your bodies way of helping you be aware and ready for whatever may happen.
Most Wildlife Is Not Dangerous Or Wants To Be Left Alone
It is important to keep in mind that while there may be lots of animals in the outdoors, most of those animals are nothing to fear. Many of the animals can’t harm us because they’re herbivores.
Even those animals that could harm or hurt us generally want nothing to do with us. They are afraid we could hurt or kill them (think about hunters).
Don’t let your fears keep you from something amazing, like this.
Be Safe When Hiking – Keep These Tips In Mind When Hiking
When you do go hiking or spend time in the outdoors it’s important to follow some simple tips to remain safe. A little bit of fear is healthy and good. Try to follow some simple measures to keep yourself, your kids, and the wildlife safe.
Rattlesnake Bites Are Rarely Fatal
One good thing to keep in mind is that western rattlesnake bites are rarely fatal. They are venomous and their bites can be super, super painful.
There are some fatalities from the thousands of snake bites a year in the US. The severity of the bite depends on many things, including how much venom is injected, the size of the person (kids will have worse reactions), and how long until you can get to a hospital. Baby rattlesnakes are not actually more dangerous than adults.
There are some things you should do in case a rattlesnake bites you. You should remain calm, keep the bite elevated, and try not to move much.
A majestic grizzly bear is a common Rocky Mountain animal.
Be Safe When Hiking In Bear Country
Another big animal that causes a lot of anxiety and fear among people is bears. Many of the most beautiful parts of the country, such as Montana and Alaska, are prime bear country. Those areas are beautiful and seeing a bear in the wild is super exciting.
Granted, hiking in bear country is a bit unnerving to say the least. If you are careful, aware, and practice a few things you will hopefully be safe in bear country.