May 19, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Hunter shoots charging grizzly bear in defense of life near Cave Falls Road
On the evening of May 16, a hunter shot and killed a male grizzly bear in defense of life after it charged him and his young son from a short distance away while they were hunting black bears near the Cave Falls Road on the Caribou-Targhee National Forest outside of Ashton.
May 7, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
New details released: Yellowstone continues area closures near Old Faithful following May 4 bear incident
New details about the bears and victims involved in a bear attack earlier this week in Yellowstone. The investigation continues.
May 7, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Missing hiker’s body located in Glacier National Park; believed to have been killed by bear
The victim was located about 2.5 miles up the Mt. Brown Trail approximately 50 feet off the trail in a densely wooded area with downed timber. His injuries are consistent with those sustained by a bear encounter.
May 5, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Hikers injured by bear in Yellowstone National Park
On the afternoon of May 4, two hikers sustained injuries by one or more bears on the Mystic Falls Trail near Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park.
Apr 30, 2026 · Angela Montana
Do Bear Bells Really Work for Hikers?
Hikers should use caution with bear bells; they merely alert bears without deterring them. Effective safety methods include using human voice, clapping, hiking in groups, and carrying bear spray.
Oct 20, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Hunter shoots grizzly bear in self-defense on the Caribou-Targhee National Forest
The hunter called the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office as soon as he was able to report the incident.
Oct 2, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Bear injures Idaho hiker
A hiker was injured in a bear attack near Squirrel Creek in Fremont County on Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 30.
Sep 16, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
1 airlifted after bear attack in Yellowstone National Park
On the afternoon of Sept. 16, a male, age 29, sustained injuries from a bear while hiking on the Turbid Lake Trail, located northeast of Mary Bay in Yellowstone Lake.
Aug 28, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Backcountry Hiker Injured by Bear in GNP
A 34-year-old, female hiker was injured by a brown colored bear on Wednesday, at approximately 3:15 pm at Lake Janet in Glacier National Park.
Jun 1, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Bear euthanized after approaching hikers near Montana-Canada border
A bear has been euthanized after exhibiting agressive behavior toward people in an area near the Montana-Canada border.
Mar 21, 2024 · Angela Montana
Bear country camping experience
Camping alone can be an exhilarating adventure, with the solitude of nature offering moments of introspection and tranquility. However, it’s […]
Aug 10, 2023 · Montana Grant
DEATH WISH!!!
We have all made some poor choices when afield. Injury or worse can result from not planning, preparing, or considering […]
Aug 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
Bear Attacks Climber
Well, this is terrifying…
Jun 18, 2023 · Montana Grant
BEAR WITH US!!!
A lifetime ago, I lived in Maryland. Being from western Maryland, I was used to seeing bears in the Appalachian […]
Jun 11, 2023 · Montana Grant
TOUCH ME FEEL ME!!!
Humans seem to have a need to touch and feel wildlife. The problem is that inappropriate touching and feeling are […]
Apr 1, 2023 · Montana Grant
KEEPING YOGI AWAY!!!
All birders deal with occasional feeder pests, from mice and squirrels to insects, deer, and raccoons. Bears, on the other hand, […]
Mar 25, 2023 · Montana Grant
THE BEST HUNTING SHOWS!!!
Hunting is a Blood Sport. This means that things die when hunters are successful at harvesting their prey. Humans are […]
Mar 9, 2023 · Montana Grant
PREDATORS and PREY!!!
Hunters can also become hunted. Early hunters and mountain men had to compete with predators for their harvests. Daniel Boone, […]
Jan 28, 2023 · Montana Grant
GRIZZLY FLU!!!
3 Grizzly bears have tested positive for having a highly pathogenic form of the Avian Flu. These young bears were […]