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East Glacier Trail is now open, but remain aware of bear activity JUNEAU, Alaska–The U.S. Forest
Service has reopened the East Glacier trail near the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center. Forest Service and Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) officials are cautioning trail users; however, to remain aware of an assertive female black bear with three
yearling cubs that have been active in this area and around the Dredge Lakes portion of the Mendenhall Glacier Recreation Area. The female bear, which can be recognized by a yellow ear tag with the number 103, has been actively defending her three yearling cubs. Recent interactions
with dogs off leash and mountain bikers have caused this bear to react aggressively. “Bear 103 has been moving around Dredge Lakes and encountering more dogs off leash” said John Neary, director of the Visitor Center. “She remains protective
of her cubs and should be given plenty of space.” “Give bears plenty of space, do not approach them, back away if necessary, don’t let them obtain any food or beverage, and keep your dog leashed,” suggests
Stephanie Sell, ADF&G Area Biologist. There are two contacts for more information:
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Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center Director John Neary at 907 789-6637
or jneary@xxxxxxxxx.
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Alaska Department of Fish and Game Area Biologist Stephanie Sell at 907-465-4265 or
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