Bear while hiking

@ricki_911 (21625)
Toronto, Ontario
May 23, 2018 9:01am CST
I took a hike yesterday before work. I may go today but my stomach is hurting. I was strolling along a popular trail and well used trail. I heard something in the bush but this is normal. Usually a squirrel or birds etc. I didn't look back and kept walking. I stop as my phone wouldn't count my steps properly. So I hear someone walking behind me then stop. I look behind me and this giant black bear was staring eye to eye with me. I must say I crapped my pants but I just walking normally (faster lol) but it just seemed to follow then go off into the bush.
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@Plethos (13560)
• United States
23 May 18
Maybe he was lost and wanted to ask for directions.
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@BarBaraPrz (45437)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
23 May 18
Or maybe he wanted to ask her out on a date.
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@Plethos (13560)
• United States
23 May 18
@BarBaraPrz (45437)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
23 May 18
Did you take his picture?
@Dena91 (15844)
• United States
23 May 18
Mike and I had that happen when we hiked in the smoky mountains a few years ago. Mike said we were walking in their home so they were protecting their territory.
@mnglsp (3614)
• Philippines
23 May 18
Woah. Be careful always. Does the black bear you saw looks cute?