The District of Elkford is reminding residents to be extra cautious as bear activity increases.
Autumn is the peak season for wildlife encounters and conflict with urban wildlife.
District staff said there have been high levels of bear activity reported in town over the past week.
Residents are urged to make sure garbage is not going out early for collection and to remove bird feeders and harvest fruit and berries from trees.
Any encounters with bears or other wildlife should be reported directly to the RAPP line at 1.877.952.7277.
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