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Know Your Bears!
Horse Plains Drifter
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Black bear droppings are smaller and often contain berries, leaves, and possibly bits of fur. Grizzly bear droppings tend to contain small bells and smell of pepper.
My heart went from about 80 beats a minute to 1000+ in a span of 1 second. Thankfully she just looked at us and sorta snorted and walked on by.
I'm glad we don't have grizzly's in the Smokies. If it had been a grizzly I don't think the outcome would have so good.
I had one thing on my side though...I could run a lot faster than my girl friend.
Bear spray has proven to be more effective on brown bears than black bears.
And fiery auto crashes
Some will die in hot pursuit
While sifting through my ashes
Some will fall in love with life
And drink it from a fountain
That is pouring like an avalanche
Coming down the mountain
And fiery auto crashes
Some will die in hot pursuit
While sifting through my ashes
Some will fall in love with life
And drink it from a fountain
That is pouring like an avalanche
Coming down the mountain
And fiery auto crashes
Some will die in hot pursuit
While sifting through my ashes
Some will fall in love with life
And drink it from a fountain
That is pouring like an avalanche
Coming down the mountain
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on the humorous side;
Thanks for the reply. Yes,our tempeture can be extreme,and a fact I didn't consider. I've got a spray that's 3 years expired. I will be replacing it. How do you dispose of the old ones?
To answer your question Joe,
Answer to first question. Pepper spray and bear spray loses their potency after the best by use date. So do you really want to take a chance on outdated pepper spray?
Pepper spray is usually best used within 2 years of manufacturer which is the best by use date printed on the canister. My son works for the Post Office and he had to use Hills pepper spray once that was five or six years old, and it was ineffective on a dog after that he told the post office to get new pepper spray canisters and dispose of the old ones..
Here's a C & P from the web on how to dispose of outdated pepper spray
1 Never incinerate.
#2 In most cities, simply empty the container before disposing of it in the regular city trash pick-up. To do this, press the valve and release all contents and pressure. Be sure to stand upwind in a well ventilated area when doing this so you won?t harm yourself in the process. You can also spray directly at the ground (grass, dirt, etc.), but choose a spot that is not frequented by humans or pets. Follow the same precautions you would if you were testing your pepper spray container to ensure its effectiveness.
#3 Talk to your city waste pickup about how they prefer you dispose of the empty container. Each city has a different set of steps or protocol for this type of waste disposal. Many times empty aerosol cans (such as a pepper spray can) will be permitted to be disposed of in a normal manner.
#4 If you don?t empty the pepper spray container, the item will most likely be considered universal waste (which is a hazardous waste). Many times a city?s landfill will collect this type of waste, charging a small or no disposal fee.
#5 Most waste disposal facilities require your product have its original cap on, so be sure you keep the cap on the pepper spray can. If the product is leaking, put it in a plastic container with a lid that fits tight. When hauling it to the waste disposal location, be sure to keep it in the bed of your truck or another well ventilated area. Be sure to call ahead to ensure you?ve followed the proper rules of disposal before going to the waste disposal location. Also be sure to ask about prices for disposal, just in case the facility charges.
#6 If you get the pepper spray on your skin or clothing while emptying it or transporting a leaking canister, don?t panic. Simply remove your clothing as soon as possible and refrain from touching your face. Wash your hands with soap immediately and any other body parts that might have been exposed to the spray. If you are feeling the effects of the spray on your skin, you can use milk or a paste of baking soda on your skin to help cool the sting.
Friend of mine from Tex killed a 250lb+ black bear in Alaska a few yrs ago while fishing.. Bear charged friend.. Friend used S&W 44MAGNUM bear spray.. Really nice rug. S&W 44Mag bear spray WORKS too