First bear of the year

Saw my first black bear of the season and thought it deserved an entry.  I was running on one of my favourite trails out of Pemberton and came across a young juvenile bear.  It (I didn't think it appropriate to determine gender)as walking up the trail as I was headed down.  We eyed each other up and he decided I was more imposing/impressive?!  It may have helped that I was dressed in black as well.

I guess this means I will start paying more attention and lower the volume on my ipod.  It won't be long before the moms and tots are out as well and the mums are less likely to back off with young by their sides.  There is the distinct chance that the young cats (yes we have cougars around here) will be roaming looking for play toys to bat with their paws as well.  It might be time I started borrowing a dog again.