It’s rare to stumble upon a large black spot underneath a tree beside a fence during a nature walk. However, a Good Samaritan encountered just that while wandering through Evergreen, Colorado.
Initially, he assumed it was an object of some sort, but as he approached, he realized that the peculiar “object” was moving and entangled in the fence. It soon became clear that this was a living creature.
To his surprise, he discovered a helpless baby animal in dire need of assistance.
Swift and Effective Rescue
Upon taking a closer look from a safe distance, the man recognized that it was a small bear cub entangled in the fencing.
Feeling distressed and eager to assist, the Good Samaritan reached out to Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) for help.
Once informed about the situation, CPW officers Jake Sonberg, Scott Murdoch, Ian Petkash, and K9 officer Samson quickly arrived at the scene in Evergreen. Unlike the Good Samaritan, they were not caught off guard.
“Bear cubs can get into sticky situations,” stated CPW spokesperson Kara Van Hoose in an interview with The Dodo. “We typically find them stuck in dumpsters or ropes, rather than wire fencing, but their curiosity can lead them into all sorts of trouble.”
Before initiating the rescue, the team spotted another bear in a nearby tree—this one was much larger. The anxious mother watched closely, clearly worried about her baby.
Considering the unpredictable nature of the mother bear, the rescuers opted to sedate her for both their safety and that of the animals. Once that was successfully done, they swiftly approached the baby bear.
“The rescue [had] to happen quickly,” CPW commented in a Tweet.
The team quickly removed the metal wire that confined the cub and successfully freed it. Once liberated, they placed the cub in a secure area and waited for the mother to regain consciousness.
Touching Reunion
With the little bear now free, the rescuers felt immense relief. However, everyone was anxious for the most touching moment of all — the reunion between the mother and her cub.
As soon as the mother woke up, just moments later, they were in each other’s embrace.
The hearts of the rescuers swelled at the sight, reminding them of the true motivations behind their dedication to this work.
“Wildlife management can be challenging,” Van Hoose reflected. “Days like this remind us why it’s all worth it.”
No matter the difficulties faced, love ultimately prevails, and that is what truly matters.
