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Bears close national monument …

by Special to the Herald Times on July 8, 2013

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Several recent sightings of black bears near where visitors travel have caused the closure of two campgrounds at Dinosaur National Monument until further notice. The bears present a danger to visitors, and safety precautions are being taken.