This young bear, spotted on Log Hill Mesa last week, climbed up into oak brush and was snacking on acorns. This time of year, it's not uncommon to see bears wandering in the middle of the day, as they have entered hyperphagia and are trying to eat as much as possible to prepare for hibernation. Photo by Erin McIntyre | Ouray County Plaindealer
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Bears start packing on pounds
Wildlife officials urge residents to avoid attracting bruins as they seek food before hibernating
Bears have entered the time of year where they seek food for at least 20 hours a day, trying to pack on the pounds before the first snow flies.
