chosen566 t1_iwfdhe8 wrote on November 15, 2022 at 5:27 AM

Reply to comment by maxhinator123 in Hiking NH by ___j-b___

Any tips for solo hiking specifically? Go armed?

SheeEttin t1_iwg8jgx wrote on November 15, 2022 at 12:24 PM

They say you should always take off the front sight of any gun you take hiking, so that it hurts less when the bear shoves it up your ass.

I've done my share of solo hiking. I've never felt the need to bring a gun. It's far more effective to be aware of your surroundings and avoid any dangerous situations in the first place. Bring bear spray if you really want to bring something.

chosen566 t1_iwge3r2 wrote on November 15, 2022 at 1:18 PM

The spray isn’t cool though

lellololes t1_iwgsx0z wrote on November 15, 2022 at 3:15 PM

The last bear fatality in NH was in the 1700s. By and large they stay away from people.

A gun is less likely to stop a bear than a lot of other things.

If you bring anything and aren't hunting, bring some bells that jingle when you walk, or bear spray if you really want to be safe.