Conservation Officer Service has closed the trail for at least 24 hours while officers search for the animal. Hawley said, "The bear was really, really close to her and ... had been circling her a bit and then it charged up." (Submitted by Fred Hawley)He said the group of three hikers then started to go back down the trail even though the bear kept following them. Hawley was treated for his scratches at the scene and the Conservation Officer Service closed the trail for the next 24 hours. The Conservation Officer Service is reminding the public to take precautions and follow bear safety tips in the wilderness to help avoid conflicts with wildlife.

Source: CBC News May 22, 2021 05:37 UTC