Florida's Ocala National Forest Wilderness Area Closes Due to Increased Bear Activity
A Florida black bear rummages in a trash can in the Ocala National Forest. (National Park Service) At a Glance The Juniper Prairie Wilderness will remain closed until March 13.Bears have been attracted to improperly stored food. A ranger says the bears will rip into a tent, whether someone is in it or not. Wildlife officials have closed a wilderness area in Florida's Ocala National Forest because of "increased bear activity." The Juniper Prairie Wilderness "for the protection of public...