RVing in harmony with wildlife

Follow these tips to enjoy your time in nature while keeping yourself and your pets safe, and keeping wildlife wild.

Know before you go

Look up what lives where you’re going. Check in with the campground operator or the local visitor centre for any advice or advisories.

Know what to do if you encounter wildlife

Never run, as it can trigger the animal’s instinct to chase or attack. Stay calm, have your bear spray ready, and back away slowly without turning your back. Learn the response for the specific animals you might meet.

Keep a clean campsite

Put away everything with a smell: food and food remnants, the tools used to prepare food, coolers, food wrappings, recyclables, pet food bowls, and any scented body products.

Never feed wildlife

Keep wildlife wild. Feeding teaches animals to associate people with food, and that ends badly for the animal.

Viewing safety

Take extra care in the fall — male animals are more aggressive during breeding season. Keep a safe distance from elk, deer, moose and bison.