A Bear of an Encounter...

More than I'd like to admit, especially on early morning trail runs, the potential for run-ins with wildlife is quite high. On a recent escape in to the foothills surrounding Boulder, I had a buck run across the trail about 8 feet in front of me, and saw more than ample indication that a family of bears inhabits the same area. With an abundance of other recreationists also enjoying the area - via bouldering, hiking, picnicking, etc. - it's important to know how to Respect Wildlife. Even though it's your backyard, it's the front porch for the wildlife community, and important to act appropriately.

Here's one of my favorite videos, sent to me by a Traveling Trainer, that shows in a controlled environment the consequences of not storing or hanging food properly in a campsite. It takes place at a zoo in a mock campsite, but is an interesting representation of a real scenario.



To learn about how to Respect Wildlife, visit the Leave No Trace website.