Hello everyone! Grinder and Coola have been stirring in their den for the past couple of weeks and that means it is time to prepare their habitat for them. We have begun the process of excavating the 17 feet of snow that is surrounding the "Bear Hotel," where the bears spend their winter dormancy period. Mother Nature, however, has not been cooperating with our endevours as the snow continues to accumulate - even in April! We have received a few more feet of snow in the last two weeks alone.When Grizzly Bears first emerge from hibernation they begin to feed on leafy plants and rooty vegetables. Their favourite is skunk cabbage! Here at Grouse Mountain we imitate this natural diet by providing Grinder and Coola a helping of lettuce and carrots each day. We have to be careful not too feed them too much too quickly as they have not had a meal since November. We introduce the food to their environment in small increments and this allows their metabolism to shift gears from hibernation to regular activity.
Watch for more details on their emergence soon!
