An encounter with a Mountain Lion is a very different encounter that with say a bear or a Moose or something of that nature. When you are approached by a Mountain Lion he has one thing on his mind. EATING YOU !!!!! They do not play and if you are all of a sudden in the presence of one, the best thing that you can do is remove yourself from that area as quickly and as inconspicuously as possible. And be ready to defend yourself because they will chase you and unless you have a way of defending yourself, you may have a problem..That's one of the biggest reasons that I carry a hand gun because in certain situations that could be your only chance to survive. If a Mountain Lion gets a hold of you, you won't survive unless you have help. A solo hiker wouldn't stand a chance. Hope that helps...Happy Trekking....sabre11004...


The first step that you take will be one of those that get you there !!!! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />