Observing wildlife in the springtime can be amazing. Animals are coming out of hibernation. The problem comes when campers decide to take advantage of the fact that recently hibernating animals are hungry. They often decide to feed the animals in order to obtain a “closer look.” This is not a good idea. Beaudry RV suggests the following in dealing with wildlife in or around campsites appropriately:

Bears. Deodorant, toothpaste, French fries, and other foods can entice bears to break into vehicles. Bears have become for notorious for this behavior. It has become a regular nuisance to campers in campsites; bears charge campers for their food. They climb trees and steal unsuspecting campers’ dinner. The bear’s intense sense of smell makes it extremely important to remove all food and scented toiletries from RVs during overnight stays. They must be kept in bear-proof containers (bear boxes).

To enjoy a safe bear viewing campers should look for places in the bear’s natural habitat where they would normally feed like a stream with plenty of fish or a bush with plenty of berries. Observe the area in the early morning or early evening, but keep a safe distance (and pay particular notice to cubs; do not get between them and their mother). Females are very aggressive and dangerous when cubs are in potential danger.

Foxes. Foxes aren’t known for attacking humans. They are scavengers. But they are known for “scavenging” small animals (including cats and dogs in campsites). So don’t entice foxes to come closer to a campsite or feel comfortable around human populated campgrounds by feeding them. This will increase the chances that they will scavenge among campsite food stores, etc. To view foxes watch for dens (in covered spaces). Common spots include water drainage pipes and culverts.

Early morning and evening is when fox cubs explore. Always keep your distance and do not feed them. These are wild animals and they must develop their natural hunting/scavenging skills in order to survive. When tourist season ends animals who have learned to depend on humans for food will die.

In the early morning or evening fox cubs start exploring. Keep a safe distance and don’t give them food. They are wild animals and they need to develop natural hunting instincts. When tourist season ends and the campers leave the area wild animals that have learned to depend upon “human food” distribution by friendly campers often die because they lack the necessary skills to provide for themselves.

On the other hand squirrels can be very fun to observe. They are so frisky in their activities. Find them in their natural habitat. They live in variety of locations and are active throughout the day. Keep your distance to ensure you don’t learn just how sharp their teeth are.

Wildlife is just that…it’s wild. And campers should see it as their responsibility to do nothing to disrupt the natural order of things in the areas in which they are camping. Do not feed them. Keep your distance. And campers can feel comfortable knowing that they enjoyed their stay without leaving a negative lasting effect on the wildlife of the area when they depart.

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