In this face-to-face, six-hour, industry-recognized, bear-aware course, you will learn North American bear types, bear behaviors, and habitats. You will also learn how to prevent or handle bear encounters and the difference between a defensive bear and a predatory bear. Portage will give you hands-on experiences with the safe deployment of bear spray and bangers, which is a must when working, walking, or playing in bear country.
Location: Lac La Biche, Campus
For more information on courses, times, and schedules or how to book a large customized group booking please contact the Continuing Education office at 780-623-5631 or toll-free at 1-888-745-0719. Check out the Upcoming Courses box below to see if this course has an upcoming date available.
We acknowledge that Portage College’s service region is on the traditional lands of First Nation Peoples, the owners of Treaty 6, 8 and 10, which are also homelands to the Métis people. We honour the history and culture of all people who first lived and gathered in these lands.