Bears are prevalent throughout the North America and as we have expanded suburbia, encounters with humans are up.

If you find yourself face-to-face with a bear, remain calm and act deliberately; chances are they are just curious and not looking for a confrontation.

As you can see in the video, deliberate actions and remaining calm can ensure a safe encounter with a bear.

In most cases, they are just curious.

Do you have tips for surviving a bear encounter?

Feel free to post them below in the comments section. We'd love to hear your feedback! Or if you've ever had a personal experience with one, please tell us about it.