As we’ve written before, black bear attacks are pretty rare in Maine.

But they have been know to happen. And if you ever come across a bear in the wild — or even your backyard — it’s good to know what to do.

Check out our post from April on how to handle yourself if you come across a bear — or if one stumbles upon you.

Then try your hand at this quiz from Outdoor Hub.

Dan MacLeod is the executive editor of the Bangor Daily News. He's an Orland native who now lives in Unity. He's been a journalist since 2008, and previously worked for the New York Post and the Brooklyn...

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