Sunday's surprise

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  1. Clay_22

    Clay_22 Young Pine

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    So yesterday I was hiking in Wonder Lake state park. As I am on the trail by the lake a young black bear runs across the trail 25 feet in front of me. I stopped as does the bear. Bear is just staring at me. I instinctively take a step or two back then say "HEY BEAR!". The bear walks a few feet in the woods the stops to look at me again. I again say "HEY BEAR!" this time the bear scurries in to the thick woods. I stayed in my spot for a few moments looking and listening. Confident the bear is gone I moved along the trail in the opposite direction. Had another 3-4 miles to go. So I made sure to keep my eyes peeled and made noise. Sorry no picture I was more focused on what the bear than grabbing the camera.
     
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  3. Sjoerd

    Sjoerd Mighty Oak

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    Glad you made it out oké, mate.
    I find bears a bit untrustworthy.
     
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    Lordy, that must have been frightening! Like Sjoerd, I'm glad you are undamaged.
     
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    eileen Resident Taxonomist Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

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    Phew so pleased it turned out OK for you and the bear scurried away.
     
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  6. Daniel W

    Daniel W Hardy Maple

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    That was a scary moment! Glad you made it out safely.
     
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    Netty Chaotic Gardener Plants Contributor

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    Yikes! I've been in that situation once and it was not a good feeling! Glad he went off on his way!
     
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    Cayuga Morning Strong Ash Plants Contributor

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    Wow! Scary
     
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