Beartooth Mountains Hiker Rescued, Glacier Park Bear Injures Woman

A 34-year-old woman hiker was injured by a brown bear with cubs near Lake Janet in Glacier National Park after the bear charged at her and her hiking partner. The woman suffered shoulder and arm injuries but was stabilized and transported for medical care; authorities will not take action against the bear, which acted defensively. Separately, a 73-year-old man reported missing in the Beartooth Mountains was found safe after a multi-agency search involving Air Force and National Guard helicopters. The man was located about 7 miles from his last known position using thermal imagery, received medical assistance on site, and was airlifted to safety in good condition. The coordinated rescue effort involved multiple county sheriff and search and rescue teams as well as military and forest service personnel. Both incidents highlight the challenges and risks of hiking in Montana wilderness areas and the critical role of rescue operations.