Two bears were confronted by two hikers on a guided Alaskan hike.Two bears ran down one another, got on their hind legs, and started growling at Lake Clark National Park & Preserve.Alison Monda, a hiker, pulled out her camera to capture the moment they were facing each other. Video shows that the hikers were within feet of bears.It's scary, but it's awesome, said one Mondas Instagram user.Monda claimed that her guide advised them to be closer to the animals prior to the encounter.Monda shared the following Instagram caption: "My guide wanted to get close, but ended up almost on top," Monda wrote. I was able to hire a guide service that flew me in on a bush plane, and then hiked around.Monda explained to Storyful that while it is not clear why the bears behaved that way, they may have been scared by the plane that flew over the area.Monda shared Storyful that they took off together right in front of us.Many bears can be found in Lake Clark National Park and Preserve. According to the National Park Service, bears and campers often share the same area because the park is located in bear country.Tourists must be alert and visible to bears. Hikers should alter their route if possible to avoid bears. They should also travel in groups, within a few feet of one another.Even if it is minor, any conflict with bears should be reported immediately to the National Park Service.According to the National Park Service, bears and campers are likely to encounter each other. You can increase your chances of a positive outcome by staying calm and following the advice of bear behaviorists who are experienced.Officials say that a Montana bear opens a window to look for food in times of drought.Grand Teton was a tourist destination where tourists fed grizzly bears from their cars. The bear had to be moved.National Park Service reminds tourists not to push bear friends into bears.
