Increased black bear activity has led to a warning from Alberta Parks in K-Country.
According to Alberta Parks, there has been an increase in black bear activity in the Grassi Lakes Trail System and the surrounding area, which has prompted a bear warning to be put in place on July 1.
Even though this advisory is in place for the Grassi Lakes Trail System, Alberta Parks is reminding everyone that bear encounters can occur anywhere in Kananaskis at any time.
To help avoid a surprise bear encounter, Alberta Parks is suggesting people keep all attractants, including food, garbage, recycling, pet food, and other scented items secure from bears and never leave them unattended.
On top of that, it's advised to travel in groups and make plenty of noise, be aware of your surrounds and keep an eye out for signs of bears, keep pets on leash, and carry bear spray while it's easily accessible.
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