Yes, here in Grande Prairie our neighbours come in many shapes and sizes! Please be aware that the Wapiti Nordic Ski Club trails are in close proximity to a wildlife corridor along the Wapiti river valley. Coyotes, lynx, moose, bears and cougars all consider our trails their playground too. And while the risk of an adverse encounter is relatively low, all trail users assume this Liability / Risk

Trail users should:

• Refer to the Alberta Environment & Parks WildSmart website on how to prevent encounters and what to do if you do encounter wildlife
• Travel in groups where possible
• Make noise especially when approaching corners or trails with restricted sight lines
• Do not wear headphones
• Be aware that a dog can lead an animal back to you - see our Pet Guidelines
• Advise someone of your start and finish times and which trails you plan to use
• If you experience an animal on our trails, please post directly to our Facebook page noting the date, time and location
• If emergency medical attention is required call 911
• Alberta Fish & Wildlife (Grande Prairie): 780-538-5265

Recently reported wildlife sightings at WNSC:

• Grizzly bear encounter Sept 3, 2018; trails closed until Sept 7th then re-opened by Fish & Wildlife
• September 2018: Alberta Fish & Wildlife reporting greater than usual black bear activity in the Grande Prairie Forest area.

report a sighting