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Description: While Jellystone Park's most infamous resident is renowned for his picnic-basket thefts, the official mascot of BC Parks boasts a markedly different - and more athletic - reputation. Meet Jerry the Moose, quite possibly the most active moose in British Columbia. Serving as BC Parks' official ambassador, Jerry engages in skiing, hiking, fishing, and journeys across the province, imparting ecological conservation and outdoor recreation wisdom to children. The original Jerry, an orphaned baby moose, embarked on his BC Parks journey during the 1960s. Found wandering alone in the woods by a Cariboo rancher, he was adopted and nurtured. Jerry displayed a unique fondness for people, responding to his name and patiently allowing both adults and children to stroke his muzzle - a potentially perilous encounter with a wild moose. The dedicated park rangers at Wells Grey Provincial Park recognized the educational potential and conservation value of Jerry's presence. Consequently, he was relocated to the park, where he was cared for by the rangers. Although the original Jerry has since retired, his legacy endures. In 1986, on the occasion of BC Parks' 75th anniversary, the character of Jerry the Moose was officially christened as the BC Parks mascot. Jerry's welcoming presence greeted visitors from around the globe during the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games held in Vancouver. To this day, he continues to be an ever-present figure within B.C.'s parks and protected areas. For BC Parks' centennial celebration this year, the mascot outfit has undergone a transformation. Jerry's modernized, streamlined, and agile attire allows him to traverse swiftly from one park to another, making him a lively companion for children during activities such as hiking, ice fishing, and even the occasional skiing expedition.