- Trail:
- Minnewanka (Banff National Park)
- Status:
- Significant Issue / Amber
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Issue status: Open
- Condition:
- Unknown - please contribute condition
- Reporter Primary Activity:
- Hike
Description:
What: Special caution is recommended when travelling and camping in this area.
Where: Lake Minnewanka Trail and Campgrounds (Lm8, Lm9, Lm11, Lm20, Lm22, and Lm31.)
Why: Multiple instances of black bears making contact with tents in recent weeks.
Be prepared to encounter a bear at any time in this area:
- All food, pet food and anything with odours must always be closely attended or stored securely in food storage lockers.
-Dishes and containers with food residue should be cleaned immediately and stored securely in food storage lockers.
- Keep your clothing, sleeping gear, and tent free of food odours and other scented items.
- Only burn wood in the fire pit, never food scraps or food containers.
- Everything packed in, must be packed out.
- Be vigilant and watch for fresh bear signs (e.g. tracks and droppings).
- Keep a distance of at least 100 meters from bears.
- Carry bear spray and know how to use it.
- Keep pets on leash and under physical control (no pets permitted in area between July 10 – September 15)
- Supervise children at all times.
Report all bear sightings and details (size/colour, behaviour, ear tag colour and number) as soon as possible to Banff Dispatch at 403-762-1470
Where: Lake Minnewanka Trail and Campgrounds (Lm8, Lm9, Lm11, Lm20, Lm22, and Lm31.)
Why: Multiple instances of black bears making contact with tents in recent weeks.
Be prepared to encounter a bear at any time in this area:
- All food, pet food and anything with odours must always be closely attended or stored securely in food storage lockers.
-Dishes and containers with food residue should be cleaned immediately and stored securely in food storage lockers.
- Keep your clothing, sleeping gear, and tent free of food odours and other scented items.
- Only burn wood in the fire pit, never food scraps or food containers.
- Everything packed in, must be packed out.
- Be vigilant and watch for fresh bear signs (e.g. tracks and droppings).
- Keep a distance of at least 100 meters from bears.
- Carry bear spray and know how to use it.
- Keep pets on leash and under physical control (no pets permitted in area between July 10 – September 15)
- Supervise children at all times.
Report all bear sightings and details (size/colour, behaviour, ear tag colour and number) as soon as possible to Banff Dispatch at 403-762-1470
Previous Reports
Official Report
- Banff Field Unit - Parks Canada - Regional Admin Group
- BFU-PC
