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wildlife2 years ago•1 min saved

Rabid Bobcat Attacks Connecticut Camp Counselor While Sleeping

A bobcat attacked a camp counselor at Selden Neck State Park in Lyme, Connecticut, while he was sleeping in a hammock during a Wilderness School outing. The counselor and two other adults killed the bobcat and were taken to the hospital for treatment. The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) confirmed that the bobcat tested positive for rabies. Fortunately, none of the youth campers came into contact with the animal.

via NBC Connecticut|

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wildlife-attack2 years ago•1 min saved

Bobcat Attack: New England Man Ambushed While Hammock Napping

A man in New England was attacked by a bobcat while sleeping in a hammock at the Wilderness School in Lyme, Connecticut. Other adults came to his aid and killed the bobcat. Officials believe the bobcat may have been sick or behaving abnormally, as attacks on humans are extremely rare. The campers were unharmed, and the adults were taken to the hospital for evaluation.

via WCVB Boston|

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wildlife2 years ago•0 min saved

Man Survives Terrifying Bobcat Attack While Sleeping in Hammock

A bobcat attacked a man sleeping in a hammock on Selden Neck Island in Lyme, Connecticut. The victim, a staff member of the Wilderness School, was part of a group leading youth campers. The bobcat was killed by the three adults present, who were all taken to the hospital for treatment. The bobcat has been sent for rabies testing. This is the third bobcat attack with injuries in the last three years.

via WWLP.com|

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wildlifeoutdoor-activities2 years ago•2 min saved

Multiple Bobcat Attacks Leave Camp Counselors and Camper Injured at Connecticut State Park

Three camp counselors leading a group of youth campers at Selden Neck State Park in Connecticut were injured but survived after fighting off and killing a bobcat that had attacked one of them. The bobcat tested positive for rabies. The counselors were part of the state's Wilderness School program, which offers outdoor expeditions for young people who have had traumatic experiences or need extra support. This was the first reported encounter between a Wilderness School expedition and a wild animal.

via The New York Times|

#bobcat-attack #camp-counselors #connecticut