Everyone has heard of a jack-a-lope, the cute little rabbit with antlers. But very few people have heard of the bear-a-lope. It is an above average sized bear with antlers on top of its head. The last reported sighting was in my back yard by my cousins. Since the bear-a-lope population seems to be returning here are a few things you should know in case you ever encounter one.
1. Where dirty or smelly clothes when hiking. Bear-a-lopes are naturally repelled by the scent of human body odor.
2. If you encounter a bear-a-lope run away as fast as you can the whole time while screaming loudly.
3. As you run away it is helpful to throw food to distract the bear-a-lope from you, but don't throw inedible items because this will cause the bear-a-lope to chase you in an effort to return the object.
4. Climb a tree if there happens to be one nearby. Bear-a-lopes can't climb trees because their antlers get caught on the branches.
5. Never play dead. A bear-a-lope will eat you thinking that you are an easy snack.
6. If a bear-a-lope wraps it's paws around you it probably just wants a hug and will not let go of you until you give it one.
Bear-a-lopes are generally gentle creatures, but they can cause some serious harm. They are always looking for a snack or a hug so beware when one gets close.
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