{"id":200,"date":"2010-04-06T12:11:26","date_gmt":"2010-04-06T18:11:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/rocky-peak.com\/blog\/?p=200"},"modified":"2010-04-06T12:11:26","modified_gmt":"2010-04-06T18:11:26","slug":"prevent-conflicts-with-wildlife","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rocky-peak.com\/blog\/2010\/04\/prevent-conflicts-with-wildlife.html","title":{"rendered":"Prevent conflicts with wildlife"},"content":{"rendered":"

They may sometimes appear unconcerned by our presence, but all park animals are unpredictable and potentially dangerous.<\/p>\n

\"Keep<\/a><\/p>\n

Always keep your distance. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Do not approach or entice wildlife. Use binoculars or a telephoto lens instead.<\/p>\n

Remain at least:<\/p>\n

– 100 metres (10 bus lengths) away from BEARS, COUGARS and WOLVES<\/p>\n

– 30 metres (3 bus lengths) away from ELK, DEER, SHEEP, GOATS and MOOSE<\/p>\n

Never leave food attractants out for wildlife. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Food attractants include:<\/p>\n

– coolers (they are NOT bearproof!)<\/p>\n

– food scraps or leftovers<\/p>\n

– dishwater<\/p>\n

– dirty dishes, pots or barbecues<\/p>\n

– empty bottles, cans or wrappers<\/p>\n

– toothpaste, soap or other toiletries<\/p>\n

– pets<\/p>\n

– pet food dishes (full or empty)<\/p>\n

Be aware of your surroundings at all times. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Because it is impossible to predict how wildlife will react in any situation, avoiding encounters is the only sure way to keep people safe and wildlife wild.<\/p>\n

– Always be on the lookout for animals or signs of their presence.<\/p>\n

– Carefully supervise children whenever outdoors.<\/p>\n

Source: Parks Canada<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n