bear safety

Province urging people to be “Bear Aware” as fall approaches

Aug 22, 2021 | 10:24am

The Government of Saskatchewan is urging people to be “bear aware” as the summer winds down. At this time of year, many bears have already started fattening up for hibernation, which makes them more attracted to possible food sources. Provincial Wildlife Biologist Matthew Tokaruk says in their hunt for food, bears tend to not be […]

Be bear smart this summer

May 10, 2020 | 9:47am

With provincial parks opening up and camping season starting June 1st, the province is reminding people to be safe around wildlife, especially bears. As bears wake up from hibernation, they try to establish new territory and search for food, which can sometimes result in them encountering humans. Greg Johnson, manager of the province’s Wildlife Training […]