Beware of “Aggressive Mountain Goats” on the Grande Ronde River

EASTERN OREGON – The Bureau of Land Management Oregon and Washington is alerting the public to aggressive mountain goats in Eastern Oregon. 

Information from BLM can be found below:

Release from BLM Oregon & Washington

⚠️WARNING: AGGRESSIVE MOUNTAIN GOATS

We advise boaters on the Grande Ronde River to remain alert, as there are aggressive mountain goats between Meadow Creek and Alder Creek.

Recently, boaters have encounter two aggressive nannies in the area with their kids. Wildlife can be dangerous, especially when protecting their young, so please avoid camping in any location where mountain goats or other wildlife are present.

If you encounter mountain goats, follow these safety tips:

🐐Stay at least 50 yards away

🐐Keep your dogs leashed

🐐Do not try to feed the goats

🐐Urinate in the river or on rocks at least 50 yards from the trail or your campsite

🐐Don’t leave clothes or gear unattended

If a mountain goat approaches you:

🐐First, try to move away slowly, but don’t run

🐐If it persists, chase it off by yelling.

🐐Wave your arms or clothing

🐐Throw rocks

Please report aggressive wildlife encounters to our friends at Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife by calling (541) 426-3279.

Photo courtesy of the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife

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