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		Arrath on Aug 9, 2021 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Ask HN: What tiny purchases have disproportionatel... I can see a use-case for scaring off predators, but the time tested 'bell on a walking stick' sure is more polite to other hikers.

naturalauction on Aug 10, 2021 [–]

If predators are bears then the U.S. National Parks Service cautions against this method, at least in Yellowstone. They claim it’s ineffective as they aren’t loud enough.

Arrath on Aug 10, 2021 | [–]

Good to know!

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