“Above Molveno a close encounter of a hiker by a occurred bear. The episode had no consequences. We have sent officers to the site and investigations are underway. We are constantly working to prevent risks and protect people’s safety». With these words, Forestry Councilor Roberto Failoni reveals the episode that occurred yesterday on the path that leads from Molveno to Croz dell’Altissimo.
The encounter between a hiker and a bear in Trentino
The incident occurred around dinner time. At the time of the encounter, the hiker was going down the path towards the Ciclamino area. Being a route that normally takes just over an hour to cross, one can imagine that this did not happen at an excessive distance from the town centre. The most accredited hypothesis being examined by foresters is that the bear staged a false attack to the detriment of the hiker. Secondly, it seems that the latter tried to chase the animal away. However, he insisted on not abandoning the place.
The woodcutter in a jeep facilitated the escape
However, the intervention of a woodcutter was decisive. The woodcutter arrived on site aboard a jeep, which allowed the hiker to get away safely. Once you arrive at your destination, warned the Forestry Service. TOSome inspections will be carried out to find useful traces to clarify the exact dynamics.
In order to promote safety in the woods, the province invites all those who intend to venture into areas frequented by large carnivores to follow good rules of conduct suggested by experts. It is possible to consult them on the website of the Autonomous Province of Trento, at the link «http://grandicarnivori.provincia.tn.it».
The clash between the Fugatti council and the environmentalists
On the subject of large carnivores, the news came a few days ago that the law was strongly supported by Maurizio Fugatti on the culling of bears will not be challenged by the government. The provision allows for the removal of eight problematic specimens per year for 2025 and 2026. «We are satisfied with the position expressed by the government on an important legislative intervention, which it aims to encourage the management of large carnivores, allowing the Trentino institutions to take all the necessary steps to protect public safety and the activities of the mountain economy”, they stated on the occasion the president and councilor Failoni.
On the other hand, the environmental associations they immediately announced a battle, as well as their willingness to ask the judges to raise the question of constitutional legitimacy for the law. Which will most likely happen at Tarafter that Fugatti he will sign the first abatement order. Against which, almost certainly, there will be an appeal by animal rights activists.
