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While bear attacks are rare, being prepared is important. From understanding bear behavior to knowing when to use bear spray, these practical steps could save your life in bear country.

Before embarking on a journey into bear country, it's important to be prepared for bear encounters. Educate yourself on the various bear species and their behavior, and learn about essential safety...

Ingredient #1: Capsaicin: Bear spray contains a concentrated form of capsaicin, the active ingredient in chili peppers that makes them spicy. Counter Assault bear spray contains the maximum 2% caps...

What is the difference between bear spray and pepper spray? Is bear spray the same as pepper spray? No, bear spray and self-defense OC pepper spray are not interchangeable and have key differences....

Parent company of leading brands including After Bite, Adventure Medical Kits, Survive Outdoors Longer continues growth strategy with most recent acquisition Counter Assault manufactures and m...

Monday, October 15, 2018  New 40 Foot Bear Spray from Counter Assault Counter Assault once again has proven to be the leader in bear spray, making the first true advance in twenty years. Counter As...

Bear Spray Saved My Life "Just wanted to let you folks know that your Counter Assault Bear Spray Product saved my life this past Sunday. I was hiking off trail in the Lamar Valley and encountered a...

In the mid 1980s, after a series of deadly bear attacks, a graduate student at the University of Montana named Carrie Hunt conducted experiments to see what may stop a charging bear. Hunt worked un...

Looking for bear spray near you? Here is where to buy Counter Assault bear spray. Check out these store locators from some of our retailers to find Counter Assault bear spray near you.   REI REI We...