“They said that coexisting with wild bears is extremely difficult ... Nihon Alps Kanko, which operates the camping site, said a bear began rummaging through trash boxes for leftover food ...

You don’t want to risk a visit from an unexpected guest—whether it’s a bear or raccoon! Here, you can learn how to stay safe from wild animals while camping. It’s easier than you think!

Coyote Peterson, author of "Coyote Peterson's Brave Adventures: Wild Animals in a Wild World ... And obviously, if you're out there hiking or camping in bear country, safety in your camp is ...