So far, the coyote trapping program in Drumheller has relocated five animals, however complaints keep coming.
The Drumheller Mail reported in its December 5, 2012 issue, the Town of Drumheller Community Enforcement Department was launching a trapping program to curb the number of coyotes in the town. Community Enforcement Supervisor Greg Peters told The Mail they have relocated five animals in approximately the last two months.
“If anything, we hope it disrupts them a bit and keeps them from getting too comfortable and becoming more of a problem,” said Peters.
He says it is hard to tell how significant that number is because they continue to receive complaints at the Community Enforcement office and the chorus of howling in the evening seems to be strong.
It has been about three weeks since the last capture. He is hoping the warm weather will see more taking the bait.
Residents are encouraged to continue to make their yards less appealing to critters by not leaving comfortable places for them to den, to keep garage and compost secured and to supervise their pets when outdoors. Also, if a person sees a trap to please leave it alone.
To report a sighting or damage from a coyote, call Community Enforcement at 403-823-1363.
