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ASPEN, Colo.—Aspen’s special events organizers are considering making changes to the Aspen Backcounty Marathon next year over concerns participants may run into bears.
The marathon includes a stretch through prime black bear habitat. The race in August also coincides with the bears’ prime feeding season before winter hibernation.
According to the Aspen Daily News ( ), organizers are considering changing the race date or the route.
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Information from: Aspen Daily News,
