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coquillian wrote on Nov 15, 2009 5:39 PM:
Carefree Highway, no one is attacking you. As a matter of fact unless you are a bear or a tourist I don't think any comments were directed at you. You have something personal against me and thats OK. I have broad shoulders. I can take the heat. Go for it, buddy!!!
Phil Durt wrote on Nov 15, 2009 5:36 PM:
Apparently the "moderator" didn't like what I said the first time so here's a second try....
I think some of you would complain regardless of how this woman prepared for her boy's hiking trip. At least she contacted the agency in charge of information for a safe and informed hike ahead of time. Remember how the Kim family ended up stranded West of Merlin after relying on GPS road maps, sadly resulting in the death of the father. Emergency agencies are calling this ever increasing scenario of being stranded by technology "Yuppie 911".
At least with some of your comments, the directions for bad attitudes and personal short comings in Coos County are clearly marked.
I think some of you would complain regardless of how this woman prepared for her boy's hiking trip. At least she contacted the agency in charge of information for a safe and informed hike ahead of time. Remember how the Kim family ended up stranded West of Merlin after relying on GPS road maps, sadly resulting in the death of the father. Emergency agencies are calling this ever increasing scenario of being stranded by technology "Yuppie 911".
At least with some of your comments, the directions for bad attitudes and personal short comings in Coos County are clearly marked.
dan milburn wrote on Nov 15, 2009 9:15 AM:
It's not about the Bears. If I was out there in the "woods" hiking about why would I want to be on a trail? Why let somebody else's mistaken route lead me to where ever they had already been? Just because "they" thought it was cool doesn't mean I'm going to enjoy their filthy campsite, litter, toilet paper on a tree limb and empty cans. If we are gonna offer "catered hiking" experiences here then I think these "tourists" should pay for a "hiking pass" and they should be billed a "cleaning deposit" that would be refundable after our "Ranger cleanup crew" inspected the area. I don't know about you but I would rather run into a dozen bears than a wild eyed tourist anyday!
And trust me, tell me you've got a
"Cougar problem" and all you are gonna see of me is my tailights!
And trust me, tell me you've got a
"Cougar problem" and all you are gonna see of me is my tailights!
justaguy wrote on Nov 14, 2009 12:01 PM:
There is not a bear problem....but there is a people problem. Secure your garbage...only put out enough pet food so it is eaten by your pet and not the coons....clean your gargage can....wash your garbage can with a bleach solution...secure you BBQ and keep it clean. Do these things and the bears, coons and even the neighbors dog will leave you alone. Last but not least....Bear tags are CHEAP!!
BorderView wrote on Nov 13, 2009 10:07 PM:
I've never had a problem with Bears...Now tourists, thats a different story
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Citizen wrote on Nov 13, 2009 1:01 PM:
Bears are a problem. I can't go anywhere without seeing them. In fact the other day I was at a local ranger station and saw one dressed up like a ranger. Perhaps he was the one who answered the phone and gave you the bad information. Don't trust anyone from the government, especially bears.
Smokey's new Motto: "Only if I eat you can I prevent forest fires"
Smokey's new Motto: "Only if I eat you can I prevent forest fires"
MyOpinion wrote on Nov 13, 2009 10:42 AM:
I never state my opinion without facts, so here you go. The report that I saw about the bear problem was made by KCBY news out of Charleston, Oregon on October 30th. If you review their report, you'll see that you're resident experts view area bears as a problem with the portential to be dangerous.
In addition, we have many logging roads that have become trails and a wonderful park system. Park rangers across the country are capable of making the same mistakes to which I refer. If they aren't made aware of it, however, how can they correct it? In the future, you naysayers might want to spend time staying informed about what's going on within your own community instead of wasting it bashing visitors. WB
In addition, we have many logging roads that have become trails and a wonderful park system. Park rangers across the country are capable of making the same mistakes to which I refer. If they aren't made aware of it, however, how can they correct it? In the future, you naysayers might want to spend time staying informed about what's going on within your own community instead of wasting it bashing visitors. WB
Eastsider wrote on Nov 12, 2009 9:44 PM:
A couple of days ago, I was reading an article on the internet about which state had the highest "Happiness" index. If I remember correctly, WV was dead last.
oliver woods wrote on Nov 12, 2009 3:42 PM:
DANINOREGON
Where does it say the Ranger was a Federal employee? Shouldn't jump to that conclusion.
That being said:
"LOVE GOD AND COUNTRY-NEVER TRUST GOVERNMENT."
Where does it say the Ranger was a Federal employee? Shouldn't jump to that conclusion.
That being said:
"LOVE GOD AND COUNTRY-NEVER TRUST GOVERNMENT."
Mr E wrote on Nov 12, 2009 12:48 PM:
I'm sorry, but you need to be more familiar with the area, and the people, before criticizing this ranger.
Perhaps to someone from another region in the US, knowing that bears exist in the area may mean that they are a "problem." Those of us who have lived in this region for decades, however, are familiar with the fact that bear attacks are all but unheard of in this area. Really, the worst encounters seem to be in areas inhabited by bears and humans.
Also, in the Appalachians, there is a far more developed system of hiking trails, catering to a larger population density. So while you may be used to more "exit" trails, understand that this region is not as developed for hiking (actually, depending on where you hike in the region, many "trails" are likely old logging roads).
Perhaps to someone from another region in the US, knowing that bears exist in the area may mean that they are a "problem." Those of us who have lived in this region for decades, however, are familiar with the fact that bear attacks are all but unheard of in this area. Really, the worst encounters seem to be in areas inhabited by bears and humans.
Also, in the Appalachians, there is a far more developed system of hiking trails, catering to a larger population density. So while you may be used to more "exit" trails, understand that this region is not as developed for hiking (actually, depending on where you hike in the region, many "trails" are likely old logging roads).
pril wrote on Nov 12, 2009 10:49 AM:
Bears have become a problem around Reedsport, which obviously is not Coos Bay.
Lesson here? Do your own research instead of relying on someone else, even if they are supposed to know exactly what's going on. Sometimes they don't.
Lesson here? Do your own research instead of relying on someone else, even if they are supposed to know exactly what's going on. Sometimes they don't.
cmh500 wrote on Nov 12, 2009 8:42 AM:
I heard that a movie studio wants to make Deliverance 2 and they have unanimously decided to film on location in Coos Bay.
DanInOregon wrote on Nov 11, 2009 8:00 PM:
Bears are not a problem. Yes there are plenty of bears in Coos County. If you see one kill it then make hamburger out of it -- no problem...
DanInOregon wrote on Nov 11, 2009 7:59 PM:
What do you expect from the federal government. Just wait till they are managing your health for you.
carefree highway wrote on Nov 10, 2009 5:01 AM:
We have a bear problem in this forum.. Coquillian Pussycat is over BEARING in snotty attacks on other participants. She cant just comment on the article, she has to attack opinions. Sounds like a dysfunctional social problem.
coquillian wrote on Nov 8, 2009 7:46 PM:
Bears are NOT a problem in Coos County. Out of towners who expect everything to be convenient are. If you find a trail and it is 10 miles long EXPECT TO HIKE 10 MILES. There are books with information and not every ranger has time to sit by a phone. Many have to clean and care for our parks. And due to budget cuts there aren't many of them.
1313 wrote on Nov 8, 2009 11:43 AM:
Where did you read about the "bear problem", I am curious. I must have missed that one.
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