✋ Stop & stay calm - Don’t run or turn around.
👀 Keep eye contact - Don’t look away or bend down.
🦖 Make yourself big - Raise your arms & open your jacket.
📣 Make noise - Speak firmly, throw your voice, & shout.
🔙 Back away slowly - Create distance between you.
🐕🦺 Pick up kids or pets - Keep them close and high up.
🪤 Don’t corner it - Give the cat space to escape.
🧱 Throw objects - Use sticks, debris, or rocks.
🥊 Fight back - Target eyes & face if attacked.
⚠️ Report it - Notify rangers & authorities.