Juvenile cougar seen on walking trail headed towards homes
A cougar was spotted in Saanich Thursday night.
The big cat was spotted in the vicinity of Outerbridge Park, near Blenkinsop Road and Royal Oak drive, at about 7:45 pm.
It is believed to be a juvenile, and was described as grey in colour and about the size of a medium dog.
It was first observed on the main trail, and was last seen walking away down a secondary trail toward a group of homes.
The Conservation Service was notified.