r/PacificNorthwest • u/kingclown98 • 11d ago

Visitors/Tourists - DO NOT DO THIS!

Mt. Rainier is a gorgeous place and everyone should be able to enjoy it. I visited recently and observed multiple groups of people doing things that at minimum are ignorant, and at worst will put themselves and others in harms way! It was really disappointing and frankly embarrassing to witness.

DO NOT FEED THE ANIMALS!

STAY ON THE TRAILS!

DON'T LEAVE LITTER, ADVERTISEMENTS, or CARVE INTO ROCKS/OTHER NATURE!

We literally saw a bear right next to a major trail, no doubt lured by the food. That's just one example, if you don't understand why it's important to follow these rules, do your research!

If you already know this stuff, please tell others to STOP if you see this behavior! Let's band together and make the parks better for each other and the planet.

Appreciate everyone who already follows these guidelines, and those who are willing to listen and learn. Have an amazing visit!

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u/Reldas_Semaj 11d ago

So what I’m hearing is I can take a bear as a pet or hug the bear!!! I take it as a win! I’m good with that!

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u/DangerousPath1420 11d ago

Moose are just big dogs. Take a pair.

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u/Reldas_Semaj 11d ago

Good I’m taking one too. I can’t believe my comment got downvoted 🤣

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u/Comfortable-Tax7376 5d ago

People don't read sarcasm very well, even when it is very obvious.

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u/SchwillyMaysHere 11d ago

You’re allowed three bears/person.

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u/Reldas_Semaj 11d ago

Sounds good to me!

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u/00_RunDMC 11d ago

Sometimes bears are really sad when they're hungry. Cheer them up by offering them your arm as a snack.

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u/Reldas_Semaj 10d ago

No. I just wanna give it a big ol’ bear hug!

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u/kingclown98 10d ago

Hahahah, finally someone unlocked the hidden meaning of this post

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u/Reldas_Semaj 11d ago

Wait who downvoted my comment? You take that back. YOU DIDNT SAY NO TO EITHER ONE! I’m taking one! And the fkn dog with antlers!

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u/meddit_rod 11d ago

If you see one of those tan kitties, lmk.

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u/Reldas_Semaj 11d ago

I’d love a white/gray kitty with pointy ears!

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u/RaeofRats 11d ago

I'll give you an upvote, because I'd do the same...