Three Mile Bend reopens - The City of Red Deer

October 19, 2010

(Red Deer, Alberta) - Following clearance from Alberta Fish and Wildlife, Three Mile Bend is open to the public. Three Mile Bend was closed on Monday, October 18, 2010, as Alberta Fish and Wildlife Officers and City of Red Deer staff monitored an agitated moose in the park. By Tuesday morning, the moose had moved out of the park.

City staff would like to remind residents to make safety a priority when near our urban wildlife. Be aware of your surroundings when you are out enjoying City parks and trails. Everyone has a part to play in the safety of wildlife in Red Deer.

If you see any wildlife, leash your pet and walk the other way. Dogs should also be kept on leash and restrained to prevent injuries or unnecessary encounters with these animals. If moose or other large wildlife do become agitated, the public can take shelter behind a tree or a car.

Further information on living with urban wildlife is available at:
• Kerry Wood Nature Centre – 6300 45 Avenue, Red Deer
• Alberta Fish & Wildlife – www.srd.gov.ab.ca
• Canadian Wildlife Federation – www.hww.ca
• The City of Red Deer – www.reddeer.ca/parks

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For more information, please contact:

Trevor Poth
Parks Superintendent
The City of Red Deer
403-342-8372