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Of the trails described in this book, you are most likely to see a bear (or a mountain lion or a rattlesnake) in the Sierra Nevada foothills east of Sacramento. Most black bears will zoom away at warp speed when they spot you. You can, however, definitely upset a bear if you surprise it on the trail; a mother bear in particular can feel threatened if you pass between her and her cubs. If you encounter a bear, speak in a calm voice about your peaceful intentions as you slowly back away; do not turn and run. In the highly unlikely event that an attack occurs, fight back and focus on the muzzle area. Although the grizzly bear is featured on the state flag, the species has been eradicated from California.