Bear encounter prompts temporary closure of Lady Macdonald Trail near Canmore – Calgary | 24CA News
One particular person suffered minor accidents throughout an surprising encounter with a black bear that prompted the closure of a well-liked path in Kananaskis nation.
Alberta Parks confirms the Lady Macdonald Trail, a steep however quick path positioned simply exterior of Canmore, was closed to the general public as of Saturday and can stay off-limits till additional discover.
Details concerning the circumstances of the incident, which Alberta Parks calls a “surprise encounter” that “resulted in human contact,” haven’t been launched.
The path had solely reopened June 30 following an almost three-year closure to facilitate the continued building of particles retention guards alongside Cougar Creek.
Bear warnings are in place for different sections of Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park that stay open to guests together with:
- Horseshoe Loop;
- Montane Trail;
- Cougar Creek Trail;
- Grotto Mountain Trail;
- G8 Trail;
- Meander Trail; and
- Johnny’s Trail.
To cut back the probability of encountering a bear, Alberta Parks encourages guests to:
- Travel in teams and make loads of noise;
- Look and pay attention for indicators of bears; and
- Keep pets on leash.
Bear spray ought to be carried in Kananaskis nation and guests ought to guarantee they know how one can use it previous to an encounter.
For the most recent on closures and warnings within the provincial park, go to Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park Advisories.
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