This happened in Teton County Wyoming this past Saturday, and although the details are a bit sketchy overall, here is what I conclude.
When you go out hunting in territory populated by animals that can kill and eat you, such as Grizzly or Black bears, beside your hunting rifle, you need to have a powerful Sidearm ON YOUR PERSON AT ALL TIMES! NO QUESTIONS ASKED.
The sidearm does not need to be in a Back Pack or in the Vehicle or laying on the kitchen counter…because when you need a gun for self-defense, regardless if it is on the street or in the woods, you need it NOW AND IN A HURRY!
Also, as a caveat, NEVER be “that guy” in this story that when your guide or your friend/family member is attacked by a bear or is in trouble in any way, you THROW them a gun and RUN AWAY!
Yeah, Don’t be that guy.
Stay Alert, Stay Armed and Stay Dangerous!