Conservation
The conservation authorities were busy this past week with five human wildlife conflict reports, and nine infraction reports.
Residents making changes
A bear sow with two cubs have been accessing garbage in Nicholson. Residents are making changes to reduce the attractants caused by unnatural food sources, explained conservation officer Alex Desjardins.
Garbage being dumped
Several dumping complaints were received by the conservation authorities. The conservation officers would like to remind residents that the Golden Landfill does not charge any fees for yard waste and certain other materials, like metal and appliances.
Goslings not orphaned
There were two separate incidents this week where members of the public took what they believed were orphaned goslings to their residences. After consultation with Little Mittens Animal Rescue Association and the conservation officer service, the geese were successfully returned to the wild.
“Wild animals might seem like they need our help, but unless the animal is truly orphaned or injured, there is no need to rescue them,” Desjardins said.
To report any violations of fisheries, wildlife, or environmental protection laws, contact the conservation officer 24-hour hotline at 1-877-952-7277, or #7277 on the Telus Mobility network.
Fire services
The Golden Fire Department tended to an emergency call on Tuesday afternoon, after two horses from a trailer were reportedly hit by a semi truck.
