WILDLIFE GUIDELINES Spotting wildlife is a thrilling part of any trip to the area. But it’s important to remember that these animals are wild and need to stay that way. Observe wildlife from a safe distance and never approach. Follow these common-sense rules to keep yourself and our animals safe.
NEVER APPROACH OR FEED WILD ANIMALS.
DON’T INTERVENE IF YOU FIND A BABY ANIMAL ALONE.
DON’T LEAVE FOOD OUTSIDE, EVEN DURING THE DAY.
DON’T LEAVE DIRTY DISHES SITTING OUT FOR TOO LONG.
WHEN CAMPING, STORE FOOD IN BEAR-PROOF CONTAINERS, A VEHICLE, OR USING PROPER FOOD-HANGING TECHNIQUES.
DON’T CLEAN FISH IN OR NEAR YOUR CAMP.
AFTER EATING, WASH YOUR HANDS AND FACE AWAY FROM THE WATER. IF POSSIBLE, DON’T SLEEP IN THE SAME CLOTHES YOU COOKED/ATE IN.
KEEP ALL FOOD AND SCENTED TOILETRIES OUT OF YOUR TENT.
PROPERLY DISPOSE OF TRASH IN A BEAR-PROOF DUMPSTER OR PACK IT OUT IF IN THE BACKCOUNTRY. NEVER BURN TRASH.
BLACK BEAR
BALD EAGLE
COMMON LOON
Photos: Jim Schwartz | @elyminnesotaphotography
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