Bear spotted in Grayton Beach State Park

[Kurt]

Realtors and Mexicans disappearing, bears appearing. hmmmmmmmmmmm.....

 

[jodiFL]

I have a bad feeling that unless something is done quickly these poor animals might end up on the nuisance list and we all know what that means. Fish and Game or whoever needs to be aware that these animals are increasing in presence around here and start educating the public about securing garbage and dumpsters. They have a pretty good food supply around here without the dumpsters but add about 20 restaurant left-over laden dumpsters sitting there open all might and you have the makings of a disaster. I am not sure if bear proof dumpsters are available in this area but someone might want to look into it before it gets really bad around here.

 

[DavidD]

I have a bad feeling that unless something is done quickly these poor animals might end up on the nuisance list and we all know what that means. Fish and Game or whoever needs to be aware that these animals are increasing in presence around here and start educating the public about securing garbage and dumpsters. They have a pretty good food supply around here without the dumpsters but add about 20 restaurant left-over laden dumpsters sitting there open all might and you have the makings of a disaster. I am not sure if bear proof dumpsters are available in this area but someone might want to look into it before it gets really bad around here.

This is a good point. All it takes is a few people to start getting nervous before a mob with torches and pitchforks starts canvasing the forests. The last bear/dumpster situation around here that I've heard of was maybe 11 years ago at the Donut Hole on 98. I'm not sure if I remember what happened as a result - I think that they may have captured it and released it on the Eglin preserve.

 

[jensieblue]

Let's rent a copy of the Yearling...I'll bring some pop corn. Hope the campers in Grayton have the food cans you hang in a tree to prevent bears coming to your food supply...I doubt these city folk know anything about bears.

 

[Teresa]

this from a thread last year...

http://www.sowal.com/bb/sowal-lounge/24921-drowning-375-pound-bear-rescued-gulf-mexico.html


Biologist pulls doped bear from gulf

Stephanie Garry, Times Staff Writer
In Print: Sunday, June 29, 2008
Biologist Adam Warwick holds a 375-pound black bear?s head above water as he guides the tranquilized animal to shore.

ALLIGATOR POINT ? Adam Warwick watched with dread as the 375-pound black bear loped into the Gulf of Mexico....
http://www.tampabay.com/news/environ...icle650068.ece

 

[Wavewatcher]

Thanks for the post it is always wise to be aware of your surroundings. I travel this road daily and it is a good reminder that wildlife may be crossing at any moment. I spotted some snowy egrets today also hanging out near Grayton, it is a wonderful place to be.

I have seen some damage that bears can do at Yosemite Park. They are powerful animals. Put that food up!

 

[nicdeedoop]

I have seen 4 seperate bears in the last 3 months. Two "residents" and two that just made a brief appearance. I've had no luck with Waste Management in obtaining a bear proof dumpster and having just been in Yellowstone a few weeks ago, I know they make them . In constant touch with the great people at Topsail and we are working to minimize contact and access. I'd post some pictures but

 

[Santiago]

This is a good point. All it takes is a few people to start getting nervous before a mob with torches and pitchforks starts canvasing the forests. The last bear/dumpster situation around here that I've heard of was maybe 11 years ago at the Donut Hole on 98. I'm not sure if I remember what happened as a result - I think that they may have captured it and released it on the Eglin preserve.

The bear's been spotted in Watercolor in the last week or so. Fish and Wildlife is aware of this and are staying hands off of the situation right now. It does add a new element to walking the dogs at night.

 

[NotDeadYet]

Here's a link to a Walton Sun story about the Grayton bear. Offers a reward for a picture. And quotes a resident of the Preserve (ironic name ) who wants it relocated.
Can we relocate all the residents of SoWal who want to get rid of the native wildlife?
Black bear staking a claim in Grayton neighborhood | class, bear, grayton - Breaking News - WaltonSun.com

 

[Teresa]

Here's a link to a Walton Sun story about the Grayton bear. Offers a reward for a picture. And quotes a resident of the Preserve (ironic name ) who wants it relocated.
Can we relocate all the residents of SoWal who want to get rid of the native wildlife?
Black bear staking a claim in Grayton neighborhood | class, bear, grayton - Breaking News - WaltonSun.com

I think that is the best idea EVER!