JACKSON, Wyo. — Wyoming Game and Fish is again doing their annual free bear spray giveaway to Wyoming hunters and anglers.
One hundred free cans of bear spray will be available on a first come first served basis at the Teton County Fairgrounds on Friday, Aug. 26 beginning at 9 a.m. To receive a can of bear spray, participants must show a current Wyoming hunting or fishing license.
Cans will also be available at the following locations:
- Friday, Aug. 19, 9 a.m. at the Game and Fish Lander Regional Office, 260 Buena Vista Dr., Lander.
- Thursday, Aug.25, 9 a.m. at the Game and Fish Pinedale Regional Office, 432 Mill St., Pinedale.
- Tuesday, Aug. 30, 11 a.m. at the Cody Rodeo Grounds, 519 W. Yellowstone Ave, Cody.
The program is made possible through cooperation with Safari Club International Foundation and American Bear Foundation.
“Bear spray is an effective deterrent in an aggressive bear encounter and we hope this effort continues to raise awareness and remind those recreating in bear country to be prepared and stay safe,” Bear Wise Wyoming Coordinator Kyle Garrett said. “In addition to the giveaway, Game and Fish will have large carnivore biologists on hand to talk about bear ecology, conservation and promoting ‘Bear Wise’ proactive behavior to reduce conflict potential.”
According to the press release, in several locations, participants will have the opportunity to practice using inert bear spray on a mock charging bear. The mock bear is mounted on a rail system that rolls, allowing participants to deploy bear spray in a simulated sudden encounter situation with a charging bear.
“This is a great opportunity for people to practice with the inert spray and for Game and Fish to promote safety as many hunters prepare for the fall season,” Garrett said.
For more information please call Kyle Garrett at 307-527-7125.
