Bear reported at county campground

The Bureau of Land Management, Rawlins Field Office would like to make the public aware that a bear has been reported in the Prior Flat Campground located in Shirley Basin on Aug. 11 digging though the trash cans in the campground.

Here are some tips for you to follow to aid you in having an enjoyable experience with your public land.

Campground and Picnic Area Precautions

• Never cook or store food in or near your tent.

• Hang food and other items with strong odors (e.g., toothpaste, bug repellent, soap, etc.) out of reach of bears. Hang items at least 10 ft.

above the ground. If no...