Man in Bear Costume Scares Off Black Bear in North Carolina
Inside EditionApril 5, 20251 min117,582 views
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- 🐻 Rodney Clark of Asheville, North Carolina, encountered a black bear in his backyard.
- 💡 To deter the bear, Clark donned a full grizzly bear costume.
Deterrent Strategy
- ⚡ Clark waved his arms and 'busted a move' to freak out the bear, causing it to retreat to the woods.
- 🔄 The bear returned shortly after, but Clark, still in costume, successfully scared it off a second time.
Effectiveness and Personal Motivation
- ✅ Clark confirms the costume acted as an effective bear deterrent, noting that bears initially run but then pause to assess the unfamiliar sight.
- 😂 Despite looking 'ridiculous,' Clark stated he was not embarrassed and did it to get a laugh.
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