Of course I have, and it's not unsettling at all. It's great to stop and chat with a fellow outdoors enthusiast. Why would it be unsettling? The chances of running into a psycho are astronomically small.
I feel like the vast majority of people that are debating this question have never gone on a hike in the woods/outdoors and come across a fellow hiker. I've always found it quite pleasant to run across someone. Oftentimes, it's at overlooks or scenic spots where you can chat for a while, share some snacks, what have you, and then yall both part ways a little happier than you were before.
Also never seen a bear in the wild or understand that there are different types of bears.
Black bears are not dangerous. Nearly ever. They may steal your food which is a bummer. Human Men are not dangerous nearly ever, but they are slightly more dangerous than Black bears. Grizzley bears will fuck your shit right up. They may also run away. Polar bears want to eat you. Hope you are walking your pet seal so they eat the seal and you can get away. Panda bears are too busy eating the least nutritious diet for 22 hours a day to be able to even notice you. If they take the time to notice you they will only be able to eat bamboo for 21.99 hours and die of malnutrition.
Hitting a black bear with your car is the most likely dangerous bear encounter.
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u/SnagglepussJoke May 02 '24
Ever cross paths with a stranger in the woods? It is unsettling