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Katie Rogers reports at the NYT that officials at Yellowstone National Park are warning visitors not to fraternize with wildlife after a woman was injured while trying to take a selfie near a bison — but that hasn't stopped some visitors from posting their close encounters on social media. A notice released by the National Park Service details how a 43-year-old and her child turned their backs to a bison while trying to take a selfie while the animal was 6 yards away. The visitors tried to get away when they heard the bison approach, but the animal lifted the woman up and tossed her with its head. She is the fifth person to be injured in an encounter with one of the park's bison this summer.
The park's warnings are not subtle: Upon entering, visitors receive a bright yellow flier that depicts a person getting gored by a bison. According to Julena Campbell, summer, which is breeding season, is the most dangerous time to be near the animals. "The family said they read the warnings in both the park literature and the signage, but saw other people close to the bison, so they thought it would be OK," says Colleen Rawlings, a ranger in the park's Old Faithful District. "People need to recognize that Yellowstone wildlife is wild, even though they seem docile. This woman was lucky that her injuries were not more severe."
(Score: 2) by Freeman on Tuesday August 04 2015, @07:44PM
The Crocodile Hunter knew what he was doing for the most part and even he ended up dead. As to your religious aspect. God put man in charge of the garden of Eden and he was supposed to Take Care of the garden and Animals. Sin has entered the world and now, anyone dumb enough to go hug a lion will just have to deal with the consequences. Religion doesn't automatically make you arrogant. In contrast a True Christian shouldn't be arrogant, but should point others towards Christ. Christ working through the Holy Spirit is what changes hearts and wins Souls for the Kingdom. Telling off someone will only drive them away. What I am saying is that religion didn't have anything to do with the crazy person's idea of safety around an animal that can weigh up to a ton or more. At that weight, an accident involving a docile creature could be disastrous to any normal sized human.
Joshua 1:9 "Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee"
(Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on Tuesday August 04 2015, @10:19PM
I think my friend said it best when he said "Cut the Jesus crap and make with the pies."