Bear Spotted Sleeping on Campus at SUNY New Paltz

This afternoon the State University of New Paltz had an unexpected guest decide to take a rest on campus. As of now, this situation is still unfolding but we have been informed that a black bear has shown up near one of the on-campus buildings and has taken refuge in a tree.

People on campus and around New Paltz have been alerted to the situation via alert networks and I have been told by someone close by that the bear is currently resting in a tree in front of the Old Main Building. This building happens to have some trees around it plus it is directly across from Hasbrouck Park.

Bear Spotted on SUNY Campus in New Paltz, New York

According to our source, both the SUNY New Paltz Campus Police and the NYS DEC are aware, they are on-site and handling the situation which we are confident will end without incident. According to the witness we spoke with, the bear wandered in and ran up the tree earlier this afternoon and has basically been lying in the tree ever since.

I will agree that the weather the last few days has been good napping weather but a bear choosing to nap so close to campus is still a bit unusual. Other wildlife such as turkey, deer, and fox occur more often. As we know bears are opportunists when it comes to eating so there is a good chance this bear has discovered that dumpster diving in New Paltz is a good way to score good food.

Bear Saftey Tips for your BBQ and Camping Trips in the Hudson Valley

The HudsonValley has had numerous bear sightings and encounters this year already. Please keep in mind that they are just looking for food but that they can also be very destructive and dangerous. Tips for keeping your backyard BBQs and campsite can be found by clicking here.

Updated Pictures from Bear at SUNY New Paltz

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