Spotting a bear in the Alaskan wilderness is an exciting and terrifying prospect for nearly 2 million visitors who make the trip up north annually.
However, dealing with bears is a chore and just part of life for locals.
On a good day, that means constant vigilance and being conscious about little things—like where you stash your fishing gear and old take-out containers.
On a bad day, dealing with bears can be dangerous and very expensive.
Nestled in the winding waterways of Southeastern Alaska is the town of Haines. Touted as the “adventure capital” of the state, it has the spirit of a true frontier outpost….