With many bears being spotted around the community in residential areas, Sithara Fernando a wildlife biologist with BearSmart has some tips if you happen to run into a bear.
“If you’re walking down a street and you see a bear, and the bear doesn’t see you the best thing to do is to back up and leave,” said Fernando. “If you see a bear and the bear sees you , it’s very good to alert the bear.”
She also recommends carrying a deterrent like bear spray, or a whistle to alert the bear.
Bearsmart Wood Buffalo, is a not-for-profit organization in the community that teaches you how to use bear spray and provides you with more information on bear safety.
That’s not the Easter bunny… small bear spotted just now in Thickwood on Ermine Crescent!
