Anderson Island golf course has a new hazard -- bears

Summary

A black bear apparently swam to the island earlier this week, and there have been several sightings since.

Story Published: Jun 26, 2009 at 9:03 AM PST

Story Updated: Jun 26, 2009 at 9:36 AM PST

Anderson Island golf course has a new hazard -- bears

Photo by: Riviera Community Clubs Acting General Manager Russ Rodocker.

ANDERSON ISLAND, Wash. -- In addition to the sand traps, the golf course here has a new hazard -- bears.

A black bear apparently swam to the island earlier this week and has been roaming around ever since, prompting several sightings reports.

So far, he hasn't caused any problems.