meet their needs, we as a people will ultimately have to forego some things to allow grizzlies to 

 survive at viable levels. These issues will be decided by the citizens of Montana and the nation 

 through the appropriate political and social processes. 



Finally, grizzly bears are large and potentially dangerous animals. By their presence, they pose 

 some risk to the human inhabitants of the state and to visitors. Current information shows that 

 this risk is very real, but at a surprisingly low level. When one considers all of the people and 

 activities that currently occur in grizzly habitat, and how few injuries or deaths happen, it 

 demonstrates this low level of risk. In addition, the programs outlined in this plan should allow 

 for management and further minimization of the risks of living with grizzlies. 



No environment is totally risk free for people. Through education, understanding, and science- 

 based wildlife management, we the people of Montana and this nation can minimize the risks of 

 injury and/or death from grizzlies. 



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