With the warmer weather upon us, critter encounters have been abundant on the trails we ride. In the LSCR, there have been at least two separate instances where dogs have been lured and attacked by coyotes, as well as a few daylight cougar sitings.

If you encounter a wild animal, stay calm. Check out this link for some ways to respond to a wildlife situation: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/plants-animals-ecosystems/wildlife/human-wildlife-conflict/staying-safe-around-wildlife