36 CFR §13.604
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- (a)Approaching a bear or any large mammal within 50 yards is prohibited.
- (b)Continuing to occupy a position within 50 yards of a bear that is using a concentrated food source, including, but not limited to, animal carcasses, spawning salmon, and other feeding areas is prohibited.
- (c)Continuing to engage in fishing within 50 yards of a bear is prohibited.
- (d)The prohibitions do not apply to persons—