Link for 1: Responsible Wildlife Viewing: Simple Tips from the Field

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We’re blessed to live, work, and play in some of the world’s most pristine and
breathtaking settings. These are bucket-list destinations for adventure seekers,
nature lovers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

Guided by Pursuit's Promise to Place, we feel a solid duty to care for the land. As
part of this stewardship, we endeavor to help preserve and protect its ecology and
educate our guests on best practices.

Seeing wildlife—whether an impromptu sighting or on a guided adventure—is a

magical and memorable experience. Our professional outfitters and tour operators
are well-versed in responsible viewing practices and adhere to strict standards.

To prepare for your next wilderness adventure, check out our tips on viewing
etiquette that will help keep you—and the animals—safe.

1. Keep a safe distance

This is critical for your well-being and the animals you encounter. While traveling
along a scenic wildlife corridor—like the Ice Fields Parkway linking Banff and Jasper
National Parks or at Logan Pass in Glacier National Park—it may be tempting to pull
over at a safe place on the side of the road; it's best to do so at a designated parking
area. See the links below for more tips from national parks staff. Sightings in high-
traffic areas often cause road congestion and ‘wildlife jams,’ creating undue animal
stress.

2. Avoid making too much noise

While making your presence known on hiking trails—especially in the backcountry—

is a standard safety precaution to prevent surprise encounters, it's equally important
to avoid making loud noises when observing wildlife in its natural habitat. If viewing
from a vehicle, the best practice is not to roll down your windows to avoid startling or
frightening wildlife. Also, be sure to turn down your music. Speak to your fellow
travelers in a quiet, calm voice. Keep your movements slow.

Link for 2:Rules You Must Follow When Viewing Wildlife (fodors.com)

Do Not Approach or Touch Wildlife

Visitation to our national parks is reaching pre-pandemic levels. While this means
more people enjoy the great outdoors, it also increases undesirable behavior that
could put humans and animals at risk.

Maintain a Safe Distance

Just as we like to feel safe in our home, animals, too, deserve to be comfortable in
their habitats. Keeping a safe distance is the intelligent thing to do. When you see an
elk or bison, stay at least 25 yards away (75 feet), recommends Davidson. That’s
around two school buses long.
“I’ve seen elk charge people and do a lot of damage to vehicles,” she says. Cow elk
are incredibly protective of their babies, and it’s imperative to find shelter in a vehicle
or a nearby building if one charges. When encountering bison, walking or running
away from the massive animal is best.

The Greater Yellowstone Area has around 1,000 grizzly bears and approximately 100
gray wolves resulting from a successful reintroduction effort. Staying at least 100
yards (300 feet) away from these apex predators is essential. Carry a stick and bear
spray if you happen upon animals as you hike through the 1,000 miles of trails at
Yellowstone. If a bear tries to come near your vehicle, honk the horn and drive away.

Do Not Meddle With Marine Animals

My trip to the Galápagos Islands on an Ecoventura cruise was a decade ago, but I
still remember the early morning greetings from my guide, Ivan Lopez: “Welcome to
Paradise!” It’s such a special place, he says on a recent call. “You can get unique
species, like marine iguanas, sea lions, penguins, and cormorants, in one picture
here. Some species are endangered; this is one of the few places where we can
share space and swim with them.”

Protected places like the Galápagos Islands have regulations that must be followed,
like keeping seven feet from any kind of wildlife and following specifically marked
paths. “It is best to be a witness and not interact or interfere with the natural way. If
someone grabs or tries to touch a sea lion, it will cause a reaction. It may bite, and
their bite is three times stronger than people,” adds Lopez. Furthermore, attempting
to touch a baby sea lion could cause the pup to walk away from its safe space out of
fear, and “this could put them at risk because it is now an easy prey for a predator
like the Galápagos shark, blacktip reef shark, silky shark, or a hammerhead shark,”
says Lopez.

Lopez has been a guide for 22 years and runs his dive shop, Wreck Bay Dive
Center, based on San Cristobal Island. His number one advice to snorkelers and
swimmers is to avoid interacting with the wildlife in the water. “The pattern of
behavior of the wildlife kingdom under water is defensive. So, if a shark or another
marine animal feels trapped, it will try to confront or attack.”

Act Calmly and Quietly in and on the Water

Kennedy suggests swimmers and snorkelers act calmly and move slowly, avoiding
splashing of fins and shouting in the water or onboard the vessel, as this can scare
away animals. Stay to the animal's side and do not block their exit in any way. One
must never hover above a sea turtle, as it can prevent it from accessing the surface
for air.

Link for 3:Wildlife Tips For Hikers | Environment | The Hiking Life

1. Observation

Observe wildlife without disturbing it. You are too close if an animal changes its
behavior because of your presence. Knowing the behavioral patterns of the fauna
you are likely to encounter is also helpful. Animals can act differently depending on
the season, location, and species-specific life cycle.

2. Patience

The best times for viewing wildlife are generally first thing in the morning and late
afternoon/early evening. You enhance your chances simply by finding a spot, sitting
down and waiting. Be patient. The more you move around, the more conspicuous
you are. By staying put, you become part of the scenery and represent less threat.

5. Food

Never feed animals or leave behind food scraps. It doesn’t take long for animals to
become habituated to human food. The repercussions are all negative – mice-
infested shelters, popular campsites frequented by possums, bears, and other
wildlife, and, most importantly, an interruption to the animal’s natural dietary habits.

No matter whether you are camping at an established or pristine site, always

safeguard your food. Methods, which will vary according to the conditions, include
odor-proof bags, canisters, sacks, zip lock bags, and hanging your food.

What is the goal of this task

Understanding and learning about wildlife etiquette

Environment and nature

Prompt based on text

Help me to learn how to act in wildlife.

Model response

Humans are blessed to have breathtaking and unique settings of nature in this world.
To enjoy these views, one must be responsible in viewing practices and follow the
standards ((1)). If followed, These standards will keep everyone safe((1)). Also, try
giving some space to marine animals, as they are more defensive in water. Avoid
going near endangered marine animals as they get frightened and can easily be
bitten by other big marine animals like sharks((2)). There must be an act of calmness
shown in and on the water. Avoid splashing water as it can scare animals((2)).
One includes maintaining a safe distance from the animal, avoiding pulling over the
side of a road, and seeing some designated parking areas if available((1)). Too much
noise creates stress, making your movement slow and calm and avoiding using
horns((1)).
 Refrains from going near or touching wildlife as it can provoke an animal that could
be dangerous and risky for everyone((2)). Animals act differently in different
situations, including seasons, locations, etc. ((3)).
Patience is the key when interacting with wildlife, so find a spot and keep patience.
Then, there will be more chances to view wildlife ((3)). When you are in wildlife,
remember never to feed animals as it can hurt them and disturb their natural dietary
habits((3)). During camping, keep the food in a safe place, i.e., in safe ziplock bags
and containers ((3)).