Alaska Bear Attack on Anchorage Trail Hospitalizes Woman

A series of bear encounters near trails in Alaska and British Columbia ended with injuries and warnings for hikers and parkgoers. In Anchorage, a woman was hospitalized after a brown bear attack on the Wolverine Bowl trail near Prospect Heights, with bear spray deployed to escape and biologists later unable to locate the animal. Officials posted warning signs at the trailhead and advised hikers to avoid closed trails, while stressing bear-safety guidance such as traveling in groups and staying alert. In British Columbia, a woman was injured while intervening in a sow-and-cub bear attack at Stoney Hill Regional Park, which led to the park’s temporary closure for safety assessments and the recommendation to stay away until further notice. The incidents underscore the importance of reporting aggressive wildlife sightings and following official safety directives to prevent repeat encounters. Authorities note that in several cases the attacking bears were not found after the events, and investigations or monitoring will continue as needed.