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Fisherman's Close Call With Yellowstone Bison
4 Aug
Summary
- A bison quietly approached an unaware fisherman in Yellowstone National Park.
- The encounter occurred during Yellowstone's annual bison mating season.
- Park officials warn visitors to maintain a 25-yard distance from bison.
A fisherman in Yellowstone National Park narrowly avoided an encounter with a large bison on July 19. The animal approached him from behind while he was focused on fishing, only being noticed after a car horn sounded. This incident occurred as Yellowstone's bison mating season, known as the rut, began, typically running from late July through August.
Park officials emphasize that bison are unpredictable and fast, responsible for numerous visitor injuries, especially during mating season. Visitors are strictly required to stay at least 25 yards from bison. Signs of agitation include staring, pawing the ground, or bellowing. This event follows a June incident where a visitor was injured by a bison near Mud Volcano, reinforcing the park's safety warnings.
