That is the one animal I always fear when im in the woods,and they should be feared, I have been stalked by one and so as my boss. I have been attacked by coyotes before, but the mountain lions havent made a attempt at me. I read somewhere that their is a ML every two miles in every direction. They have only been known to attack people when the hunting is bad for em, and they need a easy meal. I always carry at least a fixed blade knife with me when I am guiding,trapping,hunting...etc. If you have a pistol I would defiantly bring that along, Pepper spray isnt a bad idea either. Even though the chances of you bein attacked is low, It can happen, and it is always good to be prepared for the worst.

Good luck!
Hope you kill the big one!

Gen