CWD detected in BC

The B.C. Wildlife Branch reports that cases of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) have been confirmed in two deer in the Kootenay region, south of Cranbrook.

Hunters are encouraged to provide samples for CWD testing after harvesting a deer anywhere in B.C., hunters can submit the head of the animal for testing.

Contact Roy Pagliaro at (250) 344-5737 to make arrangements to drop off your sample at the range.

To learn more, visit the BCWF website here.