This time the bear was not killed. Anglers charged by grizzly bear in Centennial Valley
Two guys were fishing in bear country.
Two people who were fishing were reportedly charged by a grizzly bear Monday, April 21, 2025, at Red Rock Creek on Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge.
The bear charged through thick brush, and one of the anglers shot at the bear in self-defense. Fortunately, the anglers were able to leave the area uninjured. It’s unknown whether the bear was injured.
It is unlikely that the bear was injured since the fisherman were more interested in leaving that taking an aimed shot. Game wardens searched the area and found nothing.
Refuge staff with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service have issued a temporary closure of a section of Red Rock Creek for public safety
Seems like a good choice.
So what gun for Grizzly? I'm thinking some in the long version of the BFR, which contrary to popular belief does not stand for Big F-ing Revolver. Or would something bigger be required, like an AR-10 pistol? Not that I am ever going to end up in grizzly country.
The bear in the photo is not related to this story.
For grizzly the minimum would be 44 magnum. Better yet a large caliber rifle such as 45-70. 12 gauge slug is also reasonable with a good slug....not buckshot and as an autoloader if possible. There are other viable choices.... but none of them are small caliber.
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