A 90-Year-Old Woman Was Confronted By A Bear And Took The Only Action She Could
Altha’s actions
Despite the tragic outcome, Cameron lauded Altha’s response during her confrontation. He emphasized how her actions mirrored the TWRA’s guidelines on bear encounters. Altha’s brave efforts had inadvertently helped protect her community from further harm.
Her ability to assert dominance, make noise, and attempt to intimidate the bear was commendable. Cameron believed that her actions could very well have been the difference between life and death. Her courage and adherence to guidelines served as an example for others in bear-prone areas.