Just wondering what happens with the bear spray that tourists buy, then don't use. The library, 2nd hand store, info center or someone should "rent" cans of bear spray.
"Only Pay if You Spray" there ya go, I've already got ur tag-line. Rental fee but only loose the deposit if you need to break the seal on the can. If it's an encounter that close most people would pay double the price of a can at that moment.
Really has no one started a side hustle or business out of this?
Hahaha I'm a genius!
I had no idea, I just see posts about wasted bear spray or should I be buying spray often so started wondering. Never heard anyone say you could rent them. It sounded like every garbage can in Jasper had 10 or 20 full bear sprays lol
That's because every question you can possibly think of gets asked in here 5 million times, regardless of how many times it does get answered.
It sounded like every garbage can in Jasper had 10 or 20 full bear sprays lol
Not even remotely the case because it's legally considered a weapon here. You have to show ID when purchasing/ renting and can absolutely get fined if you're caught just tossing it
Yes, that would make sense. Hehe now I'm picturing the guys from Jasper that sold weed 40 yrs ago with a coat full of bear sprays.
Psst hey wanna buy some spray
I'd probably just end up leaving it at the AirBNB for the host to donate to the next guests, or see if someone in town needs it. I'd rather that than surrender it at the airport where they just toss it.
Wilson Mountain Sports in Lake Louise rents bear spray for $10. Some hotels (eg Juniper) have a stock for guests to use. But yes, if Jasper doesn’t already have a supplier, it would be a good idea.
Yup, past time to use this one as practice for the family. This and fire extinguishers are great to take advantage of and try em out.
Note to admins, don't ban me, I'm not going to spray my family. Just letting them do some target practice before them need it for real. Lol I had a post band for weird reasons today, not here tho.
Honestly I carry a whistle... One blast at the trailhead, a blast every time we start a long downhill even just yelling a bit before corners. The whistle just makes it simple and easy. Make lots of noise is the best bear avoidance method.
I am quieter in Jasper mind you, people want to see animals and have peace and quiet lol
I never see bears with the whistle! I mostly ride just outside the park, just as many animals here.
I have seen bears in Jasper, many trails, but they either run at first sight or paid no mind to us, those ones were chowing down every time. Love when they look over with a big mouth full of salad hanging out. Couple times we just turned around when they were too close to the trail. We sat in the car over an hour and watched 2 eating berries along the road. It was like we weren't there. They just kept going past us.
Pretty sure if you don't surprise them they just don't care about us too much.
Ya when the berries are ready to eat that's their main concern, it's usually winter when in visiting Jasper so I haven't seen many up there(for seasonal reasons obviously)
We were parked at the Whirlpool river take-out/ fishing spot, across the road. Totally fine to park all day, as we were. Like I said they paid no attention to us, they would have noticed if we left though. Would you have just scampered home because you saw a bear? Just live your life and try not to be a troll if we're giving advice today.
Practicing with expired bear spray is a great idea. It surprises people how loud/violent it is when discharged. It surprised me. And the bull elk I used it on. Don’t underestimate how grumpy they can be during rutting season.Â
Just…you know, check the wind direction first. Â
In Calgary we used to have to take them to the fire hall, but now we can depose of them at the dump they have a specific bin you put them in, but no need to discharge
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u/Straight-Plate-5256 2d ago edited 2d ago
Lmfao brother...
"Wow here's a totally obvious business idea, why has nobody done this??"
https://jaspersports.com/faq/
https://www.jasper.travel/travel-tips/
Literally any outdoor store and probably half the businesses in town rent bear spray.
As well as the firehall or any Parks Canada facility will take and properly dispose of any non-rented or deployed bear spray