bear & lion alerts

November 2011

BEAR Update
November 22, 2011

Grant Creek: There are still reports of a bear frequenting garbage cans in the Grant Creek area. An orphaned cub is also still feeding on apples in the area. Please stay vigilant and secure attractants until all bears are denned.

East Missoula: We have reports of a bear still active in East Missoula. Please continue to secure your attractants.

BEAR Update
November 21, 2011

Hunters and Recreationists: Please continue to carry your bear spray and stay aware of your surroundings. Some bears have not denned. Do not assume that the snow means all bears are down for the winter.

Rattlesnake: We have reports of a lone bear still wandering the Rattlesnake looking for garbage goodies. Please stay vigilant in securing your attractants. Hopefully, he will not be able to find garbage and will den soon.

Blackfoot/Clearwater: Hunters are still reporting lots of signs of grizzly activity. If you are taking advantage of these few days off to go hunting please carry bear spray and be aware of your surroundings.

Fun Fact: Bears give birth in their dens. When a grizzly cub is born it only weighs about 1lb!

BEAR Update
November 7, 2011

Rattlesnake: A bear cub was euthanized by FWP in the Lower Rattlesnake. It was severely injured.

Deer Creek: A black bear was euthanized by FWP for accessing a bee yard.

Turah/Potomac: Mountain lion activity is high in this area.

Black bear picture on previous page: Courtesy of K. Quinn Ellis