Bear Warnings Issued in Banff National Park

Parks Canada has issued bear warnings for Saskatchewan Crossing Resort and the eastern section of Bow Valley Parkway (Highway 1A) in Banff National Park. Black bears and grizzly bears have been spotted in these areas. Visitors are advised to be aware of their surroundings, make noise while hiking and cycling, and carry bear spray. Minimum safe distances from wildlife are 100 meters for bears, wolves, cougars, and coyotes, and 30 meters for deer, elk, sheep, and moose. Sightings should be reported to the Visitor Centre, Johnston Canyon Campground kiosk, or Banff Dispatch.

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