Park users advised to watch for wildlife in City parks
NEWS RELEASE - Distributed April 27, 2016 12:30 PM
Summary
The City of Nanaimo would like to remind residents to watch for wildlife in Nanaimo's parks and trails. This time of year is busy with wildlife activity such as bears and their young seeking food to restore fat reserves depleted during winter.
If you encounter a bear or cougar in one of Nanaimo's parks please contact 250-758-5222 or 250-756-5200.
Link to Strategic Plan: Taking responsibility to be an excellent municipal government.
Key Points
- Residents are reminded to be aware of their surroundings when using Nanaimo's parks and trails and watch out for wildlife.
- Wildlife encounters such as bear or cougar sightings in City of Nanaimo parks and trails should be reported to 250-758-5222 or 250-756-5200.
- Residents are also reminded spring is deer fawning season. Drivers are reminded to watch for deer on roads, especially during dusk and at night.
Quotes
Quick Facts
- If you encounter a cougar make sure to stay calm and keep the cougar in view. Back away slowly and make yourself look as large as possible. Never run or turn your back on a cougar.
- If you encounter a bear make sure to stay calm and keep the animal in view, but avoid direct eye contact. Back away slowly if you can and talk to it in low tones.
Links
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BC Parks Bears and Cougars
Brochure about what to do when encountering cougars and bears in nature
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