Dealing with a Problem Bear

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We actually had a very extensive thread on firearms as defense against bears for those who want to research that option:

Carrying firearms for defense against an aggressive bear?

In this post over in this thread, @Broomstick said the following: I have guns, too, but would not use them in self-defense against a bear. The vast majority of firearms are simply not that effective against an attacking or charging bear. The way to safely take on a bear with a firearm is at a distance with a high-powered rifle. A bear attack, on the other hand, is by definition at a much closer range such that a rifle is difficult or impossible to use. And the vast majority of handguns are fa…

I personally consider it a last resort with the potential to aggravate the situation, especially when considering pistols.

Since the OP seems to be trying to avoid harming the bear in question though - lots of steps in the middle first, but no argument, it’s a real concern.