Winter Brings Increased Hazards for Wildlife and Humans on Park Roads
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Winter, with its lack of crowds in most parks, can be a great season for a visit ... with a caveat. While the need to use caution on snowy and icy highways should be obvious, another potential hazard may not be on your mental radar during a winter drive: wildlife on the roadway.
- By Jim Burnett - November 8th, 2011 12:00am