The bears have been very active in the Bow Valley this summer with numerous sightings reported daily. The late and wet spring has kept bears in the valley bottom longer as they feast on greenery. Now, they are taking advantage of buffaloberries, a critical food source, instead of moving towards higher elevations.
There is a lot we can do to be good neighbours to the bears and all the wildlife that call the Bow Valley home. Visit WildSmart:
To learn more about bears and for current bear warnings and closures.
For a weekly bear report.
To understand wildlife attractants and how to remove them from your home.
To learn how you can avoid a bear encounter and what to do if an encounter happens.
Check out The Bear Smart Guide to Playing Safe in Bear and Cougar Country. Also be sure to watch this excellent and entertaining video by Alberta Parks on how to use bear spray properly.