West Coast Trail Advisory September 8-14, 2006

West Coast Trail Advisory - Parks Canada

September 8-14, 2006

Respect all wildlife!
Be alert and if the following wildlife is encountered make your presence known and attempt to scare the animal away and report any encounters to park staff. Be cautious of all wild animals, as they can be very dangerous. If you see a cub or kitten that appears to be alone, remember that its mother is never far away. Never approach wildlife - leave the area immediately!

Cougars:Ensure that you have read the posted Cougar Alert - it contains information that you need to know. Report all cougar sightings, a detailed description of the animal, and sign of tracks or scat to parks staff immediately.

Km 36 - Cougar encounter at Cheewhat River
Cougar encounter at Camper Campground

Bears: Keep a “Bare Campsite” to keep bears and people safe. Bear-proof lockers are in place at many campsites – hang your food and garbage properly in all other areas.

Km 36- Bear in Cheewhat area
Km 44 - Sow and cub
Km 70 - Sow and cub encounters between Camper and Thrasher

Wolves:Keep a clean campsite so wolves do not scavenge food. Report all sightings immediately.Wolf tracks ranging from Cribs to Walbran

Respect all Wildlife!Report any encounters to park staff. Be cautious of all wild animals, as they can be very dangerous. If you see a cub or kitten that appears to be alone, remember that its mother is never far away. Never approach wildlife - leave the area immediately!

Closed Areas:It is prohibited by the National Parks Act of Canada to enter closed areas.

No closures at this time