A person out for a run in Burnaby came face to face with a black bear on Tuesday.
The Twitter account @kmwhitter posted a short video of the bear taking a stroll along a boardwalk at Burnaby Lake.
“Heading out for a run at Burnaby Lake when wildlife impedes the journey,” the post says. (See the video below.)
On Monday, trail walkers were being warned after a weekend bear sighting at Burnaby Lake.
“We received a message that a bear has been spotted around Wildlife Rescue Association early this evening and could likely be the same one spotted a few days ago by the Rowing Pavilion,” tweeted the Burnaby Lake Park account.
Heading for a run at Burnaby Lake when wildlife impedes the journey. pic.twitter.com/NXixKVq7Bd
— Keith W (@kmwhitter) July 6, 2021
This sighting was on the south side of the lake and east of the rowing pavilion.
BE BEAR SAFE!
• Never surprise a bear: make noise, talk loudly or wear a bear bell.
• If you see a bear, stay back 100 m.
• Never approach a bear and change your route.
• If you encounter a bear, stay calm and slowly back away.
• Help others stay safe by letting them know if there is one ahead so they can change routes.
• Ensure your pet is on a leash.
• Report your sighting to @wildsafebc
