Cougar kill on edge of Banff Townsite
BANFF NATIONAL PARK INFORMATION UPDATE:
Cougar kill on edge of Banff Townsite
What:
On the evening of June 16, a cougar kill was reported in the Middle Springs area behind Kootenay Avenue, on the periphery of the Banff Townsite.
Because this is on the edge of a residential area, wardens have placed "Carnivore Alert" signs in the area.
Why:
We often have bears, cougars and wolves near the townsite, and on occasion they may even pass through Banff neighbourhoods. This is considered the normal state of affairs in and around the town of Banff.
If Visitors and Residents Ask:
All Banff residents and visitors are reminded that direct conflict between cougars and humans is very rare but extra caution is advised when travelling in this area, particularly during hours of dawn, dusk and at night. Small children should always be closely supervised and please remember that if you are walking your dog, it must be on a leash.
Please report any bear, wolf, or cougar activity to the Banff Warden Office 24 hour dispatch at 403-762-1470.
To learn more about safety tips around cougars and other carnivores please visit this website:
http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/natcul/natcul17_E.asp
Cougar kill on edge of Banff Townsite
What:
On the evening of June 16, a cougar kill was reported in the Middle Springs area behind Kootenay Avenue, on the periphery of the Banff Townsite.
Because this is on the edge of a residential area, wardens have placed "Carnivore Alert" signs in the area.
Why:
We often have bears, cougars and wolves near the townsite, and on occasion they may even pass through Banff neighbourhoods. This is considered the normal state of affairs in and around the town of Banff.
If Visitors and Residents Ask:
All Banff residents and visitors are reminded that direct conflict between cougars and humans is very rare but extra caution is advised when travelling in this area, particularly during hours of dawn, dusk and at night. Small children should always be closely supervised and please remember that if you are walking your dog, it must be on a leash.
Please report any bear, wolf, or cougar activity to the Banff Warden Office 24 hour dispatch at 403-762-1470.
To learn more about safety tips around cougars and other carnivores please visit this website:
http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/natcul/natcul17_E.asp
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