At 09:51 PM 2/18/98 EST, Nancy Vanhook wrote: >>> In case anyone is considering doing some camping this summer, >>> please note the following public service announcement: >>> >>> In Alaska, tourists are warned to wear tiny bells on >>> their clothing when hiking in bear country. >>> >>> The bells warn away MOST bears. Tourists are >>> also cautioned to watch the ground on the trail, >>> paying particular attention to bear droppings to >>> be alert for the presence of Grizzly Bears. >>> >>> One can tell a Grizzly dropping because it has >>> tiny bells in it. > my baby lived in alaska for 20yrs. got lot of bells