Bulletins

WHAT:  Special caution is recommended when travelling and camping in this area.

WHERE: Arnica Lake/ Vista Lake/ Twin Lakes/ Gibbon Pass, Shadow Lake and all trails within this area including campgrounds: Re6, Re14, Re16, Re21 and Tw7. The warning area is south of HWY 93S and does not include Boom Lake.

WHY: An adult grizzly bear is frequenting the area and has had multiple encounters with visitors.

BE ON THE LOOKOUT for a grizzly bear with a lower jaw/muzzle deformity from a past injury.

·  Carry bear spray and know how to use it.

· Be vigilant, make noise, and watch for fresh bear signs (e.g. tracks and droppings).

· Keep a distance of at least 100 metres from bears.

·  Keep your clothing, sleeping gear, and tent free of food odours and other scented items.

·  All food, pet food, garbage, and anything with odours must always be closely attended, and if not, must be stored in the bear-proof lockers that can be found at campgrounds.

· Food containers/dishes with residue should be cleaned immediately after use and placed in the bear-proof lockers that can be found at campgrounds.

· Keep pets on leash and under physical control at all times.

· Supervise children at all times.

· Report all bear sightings and details of any bear encounters (bear species, size/colour, behaviour, presence, colour of and number on ear tags or presence of radio-collars) as soon as possible to Banff Dispatch at 403-762-1470.