Several hikers said they were followed by a black bear at Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden on Friday.
The Sleeping Giant Park Association said a group of hikers told them they were followed on the orange trail near the yellow/green line in the middle of the park. This happened at around 3 p.m.
A couple hours later, a runner reported that they were followed down the red square trail to Mount Carmel Avenue. This happened at around 5 p.m.
The association is warning people to be aware of their surroundings when hiking and to always keep dogs on a leash.
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The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has tips when it comes to bear sightings:
- Observe it from a distance.
- Advertise your presence by shouting and waving your arms or walk slowly away.
- Never try to feed to attract bears.
Anyone who sees a bear is asked to report it to the DEEP Wildlife Division by calling 860-424-3011.
