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Hikers Encounter Grizzly Bear, Escape Unscathed in BC

11/6/2025

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Story summary

In the Purcell Mountains of British Columbia, a hiking group faced a bear that approached them.
Jason Loree, the guide, quickly prepared bear spray as a precaution.
The bear, identified as a grizzly, retreated after seeing the group, ending the encounter without incident.
Loree noted there were no cubs, which could have made the encounter more dangerous.

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Story summary

In the Purcell Mountains of British Columbia, a hiking group faced a bear that approached them.
Jason Loree, the guide, quickly prepared bear spray as a precaution.
The bear, identified as a grizzly, retreated after seeing the group, ending the encounter without incident.
Loree noted there were no cubs, which could have made the encounter more dangerous.