What precautions should we take for camping in BC?

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Hi last month my friends and I we were planning to go to BC for camping but then we decided to wait a little longer. We never been to BC before so we have no clue what to do and where to go. But we just want to be a part of the nature and we don't really care getting lost in the woods and stuff like that but what about the bears? you know black bears and huge grizzle bears do you think they would attack us? we love to drink bear and bbq so I'm sure the smell will definitely attract the hungry bears and what happens if you kill a bear? of course I'm talking about self defense you know when a bear attacks you then you gotta do something to protect yourself rather than running because I've heard that running and climbing on a tree wouldn't be a good idea.is it true? thanks for the answers
we like to drink beer not bear lol :)) sorry for the typo
 
Depending on where you go, the chance of seeing a black bear is pretty good. We usually camp in the Kootneys, the Okanagan, or the Caribou/Chilcotin. I've seen black bears in all those places.

Rule one. Don't leave your garbage out. Take it to the trash every night. The trash bins are bear safe. Don't leave out any dog food etc. In some places bears have gone right into tents for food. Keep your food in your car (if you're tenting)

Rule 2. Get some bear spray for if you go out hiking. We've seen black bears several times out on a hike. They have always chosen to go the other direction. If they do come at you make lots of noise. Raise your arms to make yourself look big. If a black bear does come in for an attack, use your spray. If it's a grizzly, good luck. I've never seen a grizzly, and to be honest, I would probably sh*t my pants. I'd be shaking too bad to use the spray.

When you're out in the bush, make lots of noise. The bears have fair warning you're coming, and will move on most times. Don't let your dog run lose. Keep it on a leash. An angry bear will chase a dog, and lead him right back to you.
 
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