Norway - Safe?

[Grey Beard]

You worry too much. Our brown bears are a very different species from their American cousins, we're all docile and friendly around here. Just make sure to make a little noise, and you'll never see neither wolverines nor bears. Unless you happen to stumble upon them and threaten their offspring, the bear will run away.

Unless you bring a dog into wolf area, the only wildlife to worry about is moose, elk, deer and reindeer crossing the road. And sheep, goats and cattle.

We haven't had wild pigs here for centuries (if ever), but some are starting to come across from Sweden in the SE.

Have a nice trip!

Thanks Thor. Actually I try to move quietly and don't dress in bright orange or red, but greens, etc. I like to see wildlife if possible, but need to know the behaviour of the specific wildlife.

I realised you don't have Grizzlies, being a N American species, but the brown nears can get quite large. It would be nice to see some of Norway's Arctic circle wildlife, though it's unlikely. Wikipedia says there are only 70 in Norway, though Finland and Sweden have larger populations. The noise thing, I think is important, so as not to surprise a bear with her cubs.

A bit reminiscent of the joke about pepper spray and little bells in Grizzly Bear sh1t .

Grey Beard