Didn't you guys ever read the Constitution?

You have a right to keep and arm bears!

On a more serious note - I have black bears around my house. One walking through my yard will make me take notice - but they seem to have no interest in being around people/dogs, and move though quickly. While in my yard, I usually have a handgun on me - most likely a Glock model 33 these days, and a loaded Rem. 870 12 Ga. is always in the house.

When I go hiking in the woods, that changes things a bit - I have walked up on a Momma bear with cubs already. For this duty, I want power & penetration, and recently picked up a model S&W 657 3" 41 Magnum as my hiking gun.

Take care,
Bob S.