When elk hunting, why would you use bear spray instead of a gun during a bear charge??

[emapples]

Don't worry Dennis, I'll go hunting with you,but we'll be hunting different sides of the mountain.

Better wear knee protection

 

[Chuckie]

Bear spray has been found to be highly effective at deterring bears .

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Great, but I hope I don't ever get close enough to a bear to use bear spray. I may be an old 'Phart', but damn, can I run fast if I have to!