By JULIE CUNNINGHAM and CHRIS COLLINS
(Greenfield, MA) — The Greenfield Recreation Department has issued a coyote warning for certain hiking areas in town. Recreation officials say areas of particular concern include Highland Park, Temple Woods and Rocky Mountain Park. Coyotes have been spotted in the area, but are extremely wary of people. Small children should be kept close and pets should remain on a leash. If approached by a coyote, people should remain as large as possible and wave their arms in the air while backing away slowly. Eye contact should be maintained with the coyote at all times, and running away, crouching or bending over are to be discouraged. Anyone who encounters a coyote should contact Greenfield Police at (413) 773-5411.