Bears In Campgrounds: Wildlife Officials Warn Campers To Secure Food And Trash

(CBS4) - Colorado Parks and Wildlife is warning there is an increase in bear activity around campsites.

The warning mentioned campgrounds in three counties: Boulder, Clear Creek and Larimer. That includes areas like Lost Lake, Brainard Lake and Chambers Lake.

Bears have been seeking food in tents and backpacks. Wildlife officers say food, trash and toiletries with scents should not be stored in tents -- and instead in bear proof lockers or canisters.