Mike Lapinski Livres

Exploring the legendary wildlife of the Rockies, this book features stunning photographs and firsthand accounts of elusive predators like grizzlies, wolves, and mountain lions. Author Mike Lapinski challenges common misconceptions about these creatures, revealing their fragility and resilience in the wild. The text provides detailed species descriptions, insights into their habitats, mating behaviors, and population dynamics, while also offering a thought-provoking perspective on humanity's role within the natural ecosystem.

Author and wildlife expert Mike Lapinski compiled this collection of true bear-encounter stories from throughout the western United States, British Columbia, and Alaska. Some have happy endings, some fatal; all are thrilling. But there's more to this book than a heart-pounding read. Think of these as campfire stories with a higher purpose. Mike strongly advocates the use of bear pepper spray for backpackers, rangers, anglers, hunters, photographers, anybody who hikes through bear country. Repelling and reconditioning bears saves lives, both human and bruin, he asserts. In TRUE STORIES OF BEAR ATTACKS. Mike also shares insights into bear behavior, why they attack, how to protect yourself in bear country, and thoughts on the future of the great bear in the Lower 48. Organizations such as the U.S.D.A. Forest Service and the Center for Wildlife Information, National Bear Conservation, in Missoula, Montana, have expressed support for Mike's work.