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Originally Posted by nesun326
We were out at Mount Major today (Beaver Pond Trail) and noticed several trees with the bark newly scraped off, from about a 6-10 foot height. We also noticed this by the pond. Would this be bears? Or possibly deer or moose scraping their antlers?
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Welcome to the forum nesun326!
I would say that from your description, ( 6-10 foot height ) that it be bears.
I wish that you had had a camera with as a picture would be helpful too.
Terry
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Bear, and be aware!
Look for unnatural disturbances. Broken twigs, beaten paths and removed bark from trees are some of the typical animal markers that you'll want to keep an eye out for. Some deer, for instance, rub their antlers on trees or rocks, while bears often scratch trees to sharpen their claws and mark territory. Look for unnatural occurrences, such as these, and you'll often find animal tracks nearby.
Yogi Bear told me once that he used to sharpen his claws not far from his den!
Make plenty of noise so as not to surprise any bear/s in proximity to you!
http://www.dailypuppy.com/articles/h...e-7b4e459e1867
Buck antler rub , White Clay Park.