From the Cumberland Times-News:
Bear Watch
From Staff Reports
Sunday, April 4, 2004 8:40 AM EDTBear watch for Sunday, April 4, 2004.
Frank Batavick of Maryland Public Television is looking for some home videos of bears in Western Maryland to use in an upcoming Outdoors Maryland episode. "We're looking for backyard shots or whatever people have," Batavick said. If you are willing to share your video tape with MPT for possible use, contact Batavick and let him know what it shows. His phone is (410) 581-4331 and his e-mail is frankbatavick@mpt.org. He will return all tapes he accepts.
A 325-pound male bear in Cecil County near Conowingo was trapped and then killed March 24 by Maryland Wildlife and Heritage Service personnel who said the bear, which had been tagged in Pennsylvania, was considered a threat to humans.
Maryland Wildlife Biologist Clarissa Harris said the first bear complaint of the year in far Western Maryland happened March 29 when someone reported a bear in trash at a home in the Bedford Road area of Allegany County. "They'll be out (of hibernation) and moving soon," Harris said.
To report bear problems in Allegany County, call the wildlife agency at (301) 777-2136. In Garrett County, call (301) 334-4255. Outdoor Editor Mike Sawyers can be reached at (301) 784-2520 or msawyers@times-news.com.
Tony
