ICYMI: Bear Cub Takes a Breakfast Detour: Uninvited Guest Surprises Colorado School
A curious bear cub wandered into Aspen Middle School’s cafeteria, giving local authorities a wild morning adventure! 🌐 #News #PitkinCountyCO #Colorado #Wildlife
PITKIN COUNTY, CO – Monday mornings can feel sluggish for some students, but that wasn’t the case at Aspen Middle School recently. The surprise guest in the school’s cafeteria? A black bear cub that wandered inside, lured by the scent of food. Thanks to the quick work of local authorities, the cub was safely removed without incident.
Bear Cub’s Early Morning Adventure
Authorities reported that the bear cub entered the middle school early one morning, making its way through the halls and “sniffing its way into the school’s cafeteria,” according to a statement from the Pitkin County Sheriff’s Office. The unexpected visitor stirred up quite a bit of excitement before students arrived for breakfast.
“While some kids are tough to get out of bed and going on Monday mornings, that was not the case for this little bear,” the sheriff’s office joked in a playful release.
Swift Action from Authorities
To ensure everyone’s safety, students were relocated to other buildings on campus. Deputies from the Pitkin County Sheriff’s Office, along with officers from the Aspen Police Department and Colorado Parks and Wildlife, quickly responded to remove the cub from the school grounds.
By 9:30 a.m., the school reported that all students were back to their regular schedule, and the cub had been safely relocated.
Hungry Bears on the Move
With winter hibernation approaching, fall is a crucial time for bears to increase their food intake. Wildlife officials remind the public that bears are more likely to roam in search of food during this time of year, which can lead to encounters with humans if attractants aren’t properly secured.
Tips for Bear Safety in the Fall
“Please remember to secure all doors and windows overnight or when you are not home, as local bears are in the midst of preparing for their upcoming winter hibernation,” the Pitkin County Sheriff’s Office advised.
They also emphasized the importance of keeping food and trash locked away to prevent further wildlife intrusions.
A Happy Ending for All
While Aspen residents are accustomed to living alongside wildlife, Monday’s encounter was a reminder of the delicate balance between nature and community. Thanks to the quick response from law enforcement and wildlife officials, the bear cub was safely removed without harm, leaving students with quite a story to tell—and no interruptions to their day.
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