Thursday, August 8, 2013

MNR Offers Bear Safety Tips

The Ministry of Natural Resources has some tips to protect yourself against a bear attack following an attack at Sandbar Provincial Park North of Ignace.

Spokesperson Jolanta Kowalski says its important to keep an eye on your pets, and to properly store food away at any campsite.

Kowalski also said its a good idea to carry a whistle, bear spray, and even an axe.

She adds the bear that attacked that man was euthanized and sent for tests.