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Bear activity closes trail in James White Park
The City of Fernie and WildSafeBC Elk Valley are asking the public to refrain from walking a trail in James White Park due to bear activity.
“The trail that goes through a dense wooded area a few hundred metres east of the tennis courts in James White is closed until further notice due to bear activity. Thank you for staying out and keeping dogs under control at all times,” WildSafeBC stated online.
Bears have also been reported on 4th Avenue, throughout James White Park, West Fernie, Ridgemont, Old Stumpy trail and by IDES and Fernie Secondary Schools.
“As long as garbage, fruit, bird seed etc. is accessible, bears will not go into hibernation. Bear proof your property so bears can move on. Be prepared and expect to encounter bears anytime,” WildSafeBC encourages.
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