Wisconsin Travel Essential Information Wisconsin has a wide
variety of wildlife, which you may encounter while hiking,
camping and recreating. May species of wildlife are not
dangerous to people, but should not be fed at any time. There
are some species that every member of the party should be aware
of and prepared to encounter. Wisconsin is home to bears,
campers and hikers run the risk of encountering Black Bears. You
can carry bear spray as a precaution, which is an effective
deterrent, but does not permanently harm the bear. Here are a
few tips to help avoid a bear encounter. Be prepared and aware
of any bear activity, look for signs about bear activity. It is
better to hike with others rather than alone, and make plenty of
noise as you hike. Most bears are wary of humans and avoid them.
Keep your dog leashed or leave it at home while hiking, dogs can
lead bears to the hiking group. If you see a bear that does not
see you, turn around and walk away from the bear, and take a
wide circle around the bear. Th