'Don't chase bears while drunk and holding a hatchet', warn police

If you go down to the woods today…

By Aoife Barry Tuesday 12 May 2015, 9:30 PM

May 12th 2015, 9:30 PM 19,232 Views 23 Comments

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NORTH ADAMS POLICE Department in Massachusetts had to give an unusual warning to locals today: don’t go chasing bears while drunk.

Oh, and don’t do it while brandishing a dull hatchet.

Their advice came in a Facebook post, which said they don’t want anyone “going all Davy Crockett” on them:

police bear Source: North Adams Police Department, Massachusetts via Facebook

So what should you do if you see a bear? Handily enough, Massachusetts government has some info on that.

It all boils down to leaving the animal alone, and contacting the authorities.

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No hatchet needed. And no arrest at the end of it.

bear gif Source: YouTube

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'Don't chase bears while drunk and holding a hatchet', warn police

If you go down to the woods today…