Bear Cubs in Petersham, MA

[Tony C.]

For the first time in my life, I saw black bear in the wild today. I was heading west on route 122 in Petersham, west of the 32 north junction and east of the New Salem line. My speed was about 5 mph above the limit. As I looked down the road I saw black shapes on the eastbound shoulder. As I got closer I saw three bear cubs begin to cross 122. I didn't see the mama-bear. I slowed down and gave them plenty of room so that could cross safely. It kinda made my day. Don't see black bear we're I live.   

[ybnorml]

Just wait until they start feeling comfortable and roaming your back lawn Tony....
We have had them in our trees, just off the lawns.....

[Tony C.]

Bear sitings in my area are rare. So it was a novelty for me to see three cubs scurrying across the road. 

[ybnorml]

Bear sitings in my area are rare. So it was a novelty for me to see three cubs scurrying across the road. 

I have always enjoyed watching black bears Tony, especially from a safe distance.
Once they become comfortable in an area, expect to have more sightings.....