National Park Service's Release Comedic PSA On Bear Encounters

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Aug 15, 2020 11:00 AM EDT

National Park Service has been killing it on social media lately! And with a recent post on what to do and what NOT do in case of a bear encounter, people are taking notice just how comedic their social media really is. 

Not only do you learn something, but you also do so in a fun way.

So, who is the persona with the great sense of humor behind these posts? Matthew Turner. Matthew Turner is the voice behind the witty and funny captions that have captured the attention of so many. 

Keep us the amazing work, Matthew Turner! And if you're not doing so already, check out National Park Service on Facebook and Instagram! 

And learn what to do when coming across a bear! 

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    via @nationalparkservice / Katmai National Park & Preserve. NPS/ J. Ehrlenbach
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    Text - National Park Serviceo ... 4d - O READ: Please don't run from bears or push your slower friends down in attempts of saving yourself.
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    Text - As a follow-up to a previous post, if you come upon a stationary bear, move away slowly and sideways; this allows you to keep an eye on the bear and avoid tripping. Moving sideways is also non-threatening to bears. Do NOT run, but if the bear follows, stop and hold your ground. Like dogs, they will chase fleeing animals. Do NOT climb a tree. Both grizzlies and black bears can climb trees. Do NOT push down a slower friend (even if you think the friendship has run its course).
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    Text - Stay calm and remember that most bears do not want to attack you; they usually just want to be left alone. Don't we all? Identify yourself by making noise so the bear knows you are a human and not a prey animal.
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    Text - Help the bear recognize you as a human. We recommend using your voice. (Waving and showing your opposable thumb means nothing to the bear) The bear may come closer or stand on its hind legs to get a better look or smell. A standing bear is usually curious, not threatening. off
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    National Park Service's released this amazing poster earlier:

    Poster - FRIENDS DON'T USE FRIENDS AS BEAR BAIT NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
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    Text - P.S. We apologize to any "friends" who were brought on a hike as the "bait" or were sacrificed to save the group. You will be missed. OO 52K 6.4K comments 46K shares
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    Text - ... National Park Service o 2 August - "For the longest time my best friend was my grandmother. And then she met Harriet. And now she thinks she better than everybody." - Michael Scott Better than others or not, be nice to friends, grandparents, neighbors, bears, and your fellow park goers. #NationalFriendshipDay #RecreateResponsibly 9.8K 640 comments 3.6K shares
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    Text - Matt Bien As a friend who constantly gets taken along as "bait", you have no idea how much I appreciate this post! The life you save may be my own! Keep up the great work!!! 1.2K Like · Reply 1w
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    Text - Freddie Miller I made a deal with sharks and bears a long, long time ago. I'll stay out of their territory and they stay out of the city. So far all sides have been faithful to that pact. I certainly won't be the first to break it. 965 Like · Reply · 1w
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