Elk Island National Park officials warned the public about bear and cougar safety Tuesday.
In a demonstration for media, Elk Island spokesperson Ramona Maraj showed the difference between a proper and improper picnic site.
Maraj said that while maintaining a proper picnic site is an important part of keeping wildlife at a safe distance, being “bear and cougar aware” begins on our roads and highways.
“We’re asking people to please not stop when they see a bear on the roadside,” she said. “Even though we know it’s a really exciting experience, it’s for the benefit of the bear and for people in the long run.”
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