[pct-l] Bear Spray

[David Austin]

I went to a REI Mt. Whitney class last night. Someone asked about bringing
bear spray. The instructor said that bear spray was illegal in national
parks. I searched to confirm.

>From this site: http://sierrawild.gov/bears/faq

*Should I carry bear spray?*
Bear spray is commonly recommended in grizzly country, but most visitors
don’t carry it in the Sierra - *its possession in national parks is
prohibited*.

On Fri, Feb 19, 2016 at 11:20 AM, <rosiesbirds at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi-
> Do people have an opinion on whether or not bear spray is a necessary
> carry? Seems to be mixed online. Don't really feel like hauling that giant
> bottle around, and I know I can't take it on the plane...but some folks say
> it's essential.
> Thanks all :)
>
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