Woman injured in bear attack near Whistler
A woman was injured in a bear attack near Whistler, British Columbia, while hiking in the Callaghan Conservancy. Conservation officers are investigating the incident, and the area has been closed to the public for safety.
Why it matters
This incident serves as a reminder of wildlife safety protocols in backcountry areas and the importance of respecting trail closures.
Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Woman injured in bear attack near Whistler Conservation officers have not yet confirmed whether the woman was attacked by a black bear or grizzly bear.
Join the conversation File photo of a black bear in Squamish. Conservation officers have not yet confirmed whether the woman was attacked by a black bear or grizzly bear near Whistler Friday. Photo by Mike Drew / Mike Drew/Postmedia Article content A woman was injured in a bear attack in the backcountry outside Whistler on Friday evening.
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The B.C. Conservation Officer Service says at about 5 p.m., a group of three hikers encountered two bears near Conflict Lake, in the Callaghan Conservancy. A woman was attacked by one of the bears before it stopped.
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