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We reported about a mountain lion sighting on August 4, 2020 in open space between Snapdragon Ln and the Catholic Church on Hwy 193. A mountain lion has now been sighted at 4PM along the backyard fence of a house on the 2400 block of Blue Heron Loop which backs to open space where there are two popular trails.
1…Kingfisher Trail runs between Kingfisher Ln and the intersection of Spring Valley Pkwy & Stoneridge Blvd, passing through open space with a bridge over a creek.
2…Fountain Hill Trail begins at Stoneridge Blvd & Fountain Hill Loop and runs into the Kingfisher Trail.
Residents beware; caution is advised on our trails. It’s a good idea to carry a phone and some type of defensive instrument, e.g. golf club, cane, large stick, pepper spray. Keep your pet, particularly small dogs, close to you on our open space trails.
If you should encounter a wild animal, STAND YOUR GROUND, and make as much noise as possible; this will scare them away. NEVER TRY TO RUN AWAY, THINKING YOU CAN OUTRUN A WILD ANIMAL. Running will trigger the prey instinct!
Click here for a California Dept of Fish & Wildlife article about mountain lions which includes photos of a mountain lion and a bobcat. Mountain lions have been seen in Lincoln Hills every year as the water supply dries up.
If you see this type of wildlife, immediately spread the word to nearby neighbors and notify the Village Coordinator so they can send a notice to the village.
You can report any such sightings during normal business hours to the California Fish and Wildlife Dept at 916 358-2900. After hours, call the Lincoln Police at 916 645-4040. If a human is in danger, call 9-1-1.