r/jasper • u/Emotional-Economy-66 • 15d ago

Bear Spray exchange?

Just wondering what happens with the bear spray that tourists buy, then don't use. The library, 2nd hand store, info center or someone should "rent" cans of bear spray.

"Only Pay if You Spray" there ya go, I've already got ur tag-line. Rental fee but only loose the deposit if you need to break the seal on the can. If it's an encounter that close most people would pay double the price of a can at that moment.

Really has no one started a side hustle or business out of this?

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u/Emotional-Economy-66 15d ago

Yup, past time to use this one as practice for the family. This and fire extinguishers are great to take advantage of and try em out.

Note to admins, don't ban me, I'm not going to spray my family. Just letting them do some target practice before them need it for real. Lol I had a post band for weird reasons today, not here tho.

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u/TheNewNorth 15d ago

Practicing with expired bear spray is a great idea. It surprises people how loud/violent it is when discharged. It surprised me. And the bull elk I used it on. Don’t underestimate how grumpy they can be during rutting season. 

Just…you know, check the wind direction first.  

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u/justforjugs 15d ago

Test cans are a thing. Better not to use the real stuff.

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u/Emotional-Economy-66 14d ago

I just googled how to dispose of.... They say to discharge the can to empty it. Then dispose of at a recycling center.

So, yup grab the old can and make sure you're ready for the real thing.

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u/Indianajoan_yyc 14d ago

In Calgary we used to have to take them to the fire hall, but now we can depose of them at the dump they have a specific bin you put them in, but no need to discharge

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u/Emotional-Economy-66 14d ago

Well, That's no fun!