Summary
A mother and daughter hiking the Appalachian Trail found a bear cub on the path and quickly realized its mother might be nearby, which can be dangerous. They safely left the area and alerted local rangers. The incident did not stop them from their hike, which supports a charity effort in memory of a family member.
Key Facts
- A mother and daughter were hiking when they encountered a bear cub on the Appalachian Trail.
- The pair were concerned about the location of the mother bear, which can be dangerous if she sees humans near her cub.
- They safely left the area and informed local park rangers to warn other hikers.
- The hikers are participating in a fundraising hike in memory of a relative who was killed in 2020.
- Tips from the National Park Service advise giving bears space and making noise to prevent startling them.
- The hikers did not see the mother bear, and others reported no signs of her hours later.
