A device carried by the human hiker that comprises a pop-up (preferably inflatable) figure that is large and may be rapidly deployed by the user. The figure is meant to scare away an attacking or aggressive animal such as a bear. The activation of the pop-up figure may be accompanied by noises and/or...http://www.google.com/patents/US20050028720?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US20050028720 - Pop-up device for deterring an attacking animal such as a bear
