Bird Ridge Race organizers to discuss fatal bear mauling

Alaska’s mountain running community is still reeling from the death of a 16-year-old boy who was killed by a black bear following the Bird Ridge Race on Sunday. The death is also raising questions about the type of safety precautions that might be necessary going forward.
The death is also raising questions about the type of safety precautions that might be necessary going forward.
Race Director Brad Precosky said volunteers and race organizers planned to meet soon to debrief and discuss w