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Wolves, cougars given space to hunt ungulates - TownAndCountryToday.com

“This areas has a lot of use by wolves and cougars and coyotes and there’s a high prey density in this area – elk and deer – so we’ve closed down some of that area to provide them some habitat security,” said Blair Fyten, human-wildlife coexistence specialist with Banff National Park.

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Mountain biking trails in the Banff area

Banff National Park Rules of the trail Riding non-designated or closed trails, building new trails, or riding off-trail displaces wildlife and destroys soil and vegetation. These activities are also illegal and violators may be charged under the Canada National Parks Act. Be bear aware. Cyclists are particularly susceptible to sudden, dangerous bear encounters because of the speed and silence of their travel. Be alert, make noise, slow down, carry bear spray, and look ahead. Ride designated trails. It is your responsibility to know where you can and cannot legally ride. Avoid riding during extreme conditions. Wet, muddy or very dry trails are more likely to be damaged.

Area around Tunnel Mountain closed due to cougar activity

Article content Parks Canada is once again warning visitors to Banff National Park of cougars in the area that could pose a threat to human safety. The organization has received more than 10 reports of cougar sightings in and around the town of Banff in the last week. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or Area around Tunnel Mountain closed due to cougar activity Back to video Earlier in the month, a cougar had displayed aggressive behaviour to a dog walker in the Town of Banff, prompting a warning from Parks Canada and, ultimately, the euthanization of the cougar.