Bear Jams Force Highway Pause in Banff

Bears are crashing the Bow Valley Parkway picnic — and Parks Canada is shutting down a 1.5-km stretch to stop “bear jams” caused by tourists pulling over for selfies. With spring mating season underway and a big snowpack pushing bears into lower valleys for easy grub, wildlife experts warn that stopping cars blocks escape routes — especially near trains. More moms with cubs are on the move, needing space, so drivers are being asked to slow down and stay behind the no-stopping line. It’s not about bears wanting attention — they’re just trying to eat. Keeping distance protects both animals and humans from trouble. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e0d042eba41f79c8