Preventing wildlife encounters is important to maintaining a safe camp. Encourage campers and staff to follow these rules:
Tips For Avoiding a Wildlife Encounter:
  • Always keep a clean camp.
  • Never leave food lying out.
  • Never dump food scraps or other smelly stuff near your camping area.
  • If available, lock food, trash, and scented itms in a vehicle when not in use.
  • If in the wilderness without a car, food should be hung in a tree out of the reach of animals, and away from your tent.
  • Dispose of trash in animal resistant trash cans.
  • Remove grease from barbacue grills, including the grease cup underneath, after each use.
  • Plan ahead. Use camping areas that are known to be safe. Where possible, use designated camping areas.
  • Enjoy wildlife from a safe distance.
  • Never feed wild animals.
  • Never approach young animals.
  • Never touch dead animals found in the wild.
  • Schedule recreational activities during daylight hours.
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