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Bear cubs trade wilderness for a warped backyard ninja course in California.

Published July 31, 2024 at 3:00pm by Max Hauptman


Bear cubs enjoy playtime in California yard

Patricia Hobbs of Pioneer, California, captured footage of two bear cubs playing on a "ninja course" in her yard on July 23. Hobbs told Storyful, "I checked [my cameras] and saw the bear cubs playing... The one cub really enjoyed the swing. The other one was looking back saying, 'come on, let's go.'"

Bear Encounter Tips:

  • National Park Service offers advice on what to do if you encounter a bear:
  • Speak low and steady, don't scream.
  • Appear as large as possible.
  • Move away slowly, sideways if the bear is stationary.
  • Travel in groups, pick up small children.
  • If in your yard, stay inside, make loud noises to scare it away.
  • Avoid cubs, mother bears are protective.

Max Hauptman, Trending Reporter, USA TODAY

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