What to Do When You Meet a Bear

There's been plenty of bear talk lately and you may have caught the Glendale Bear fever. But it's probably best to stick with the  instead of the roaming creature found in Montrose-La Crescenta Tuesday. 

After being seen repeatedly by members of the public, the . But the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA continues to warn residents about how to handle a bear.

Here are eight tips to keep you safe, whether you or somewhere deep in the wild:

• Never hike alone; always stick to the trail. 

• Keep kids nearby. 

• Do not approach the animal. 

• Do not run away from the animal. 

• Always stand tall, make eye contact with the bear, and pick up your children without turning your back to the beast. 

• Do all you can to make yourself appear bigger.  

• Raise your arms and hands, throw rocks, branches, make noise, wave your arms slowly and speak loudly.

• Report sightings to authorities immediately.