ScienceDaily (Mar. 6, 2012) — Carrying a gun in bear country doesn't mean you're more protected in the event of a bear encounter, according to new research out of Brigham Young University. A study led by BYU biologist and bear expert Tom S. Smith found that firing a gun is no more effective in keeping people from injury or death during bear attacks than not using a firearm.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/03/120306131921.htm