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 Peak:  Blanca Peak
 Route:  Lake Como Approach
 Range:  Sangre de Cristo
 Posted By:  RGrNF
 Date of Info:  7/30/2015
 Date Posted:  7/30/2015
Details

*** Bear Alert ***

Where: Como Lake area.

What: A nuisance bear has been seeking out food items brought into the area by recreationists. The bear has become unnaturally conditioned to being around humans and has damaged backpacking equipment and a tent while searching for food.

What to do:
¢ Food, clothing worn while cooking and other scented items such as toothpaste should be stored in bear resistant containers, or high lined away from sleeping areas.
¢ No food or scented items should be kept inside or near tents.
¢ Property such as tents, sleeping bags, and backpacks should be put away/secured if they are left for the day.
¢ Keep dogs leashed.
¢ Keep children between adults. Do not let them run ahead.
¢ If you surprise a bear on the trail, stand still, stay calm and let the bear identify you and leave. Talk in a normal tone of voice. Be sure the bear has an escape route. Never run or climb a tree.
¢ If the bear approaches, stand your ground. Yell or throw small rocks in the direction of the bear. Get out your bear spray and use it when the bear is about 40 feet away.


For more information:
¢ To learn more about the current situation, contact the Conejos Peak Ranger District at 719-274-8971.
¢ To learn more about hiking and camping in bear country, visit the Colorado Parks and Wildlife "Bear Aware" webpage at http://cpw.state.co.us/learn/Pages/LivingwithWildlifeCampingBearCountry.aspx

To report an encounter with a bear:
¢ Contact the Conejos Peak Ranger District at 719-274-8971 or
¢ Contact the Colorado Parks and Wildlife at 719-587-6900.



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