A black bear and her cubs have been spotted on back country trails in Vermilion Provincial Park.
- make lots of noise when on the trails and hike in groups when possible
- carry bear spray and know how to use it
- if you see a bear, give it space and slowly head back or go around if possible, giving the bear plenty of room
- keep food locked away in a hard sided trailer or vehicle at all times and keep campsites clean and free of garbage
- dump grey/dish water into outhouses
Although an advisory is in place for this area, bears can be encountered anywhere in the Central Region at any time. To avoid a surprise encounter with a bear:
