Bear Shows up on Massachusetts Golf Course Like He's Late for His Tee Time
Golf represents a place where our world meets the natural one. The beautiful outdoor landscapes combined with the bright green lawns showcase a curated yet outdoorsy vibe. At least that's what this Black Bear seemed to think when he showed up to a course (possibly looking to play 18 holes).
In the video provided by MassLive News, we get to witness this beastie's foray onto a golf course. Luckily, it was taken from far away (plenty of space between the bear and the camera), and it doesn't look like the bear disturbed anyone, or vice versa. The clip was appropriately captioned: "This group of golfers 'bearly' kept it in the fairway on one hole Wednesday at Heritage Country Club in Charlton, Mass."
@masslivenews This group of golfers "bearly" kept it in the fairway on one hole Wednesday at Heritage Country Club in Charlton, Mass. #golf#bear#charlton
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TikTok audiences had a few great punch lines for us in the comments. "Yessir, you may play through," @SteveOh1960 quipped, with @Windygale61 adding, "Fore." He's ready to swing.
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What To Do if You See a Bear
Bears are fascinating and beautiful creatures, but they should be left alone. Black Bears, like the one in this video, aren't considered aggressive. That doesn't mean you should approach them, though. If you see a bear outside and you're able to safely walk away, do so. One thing we need to say up front: Do not run from a bear. He could charge you in response.
Sometimes, though, bears come to us, whether it's eating from our bird feeders or wrestling in our yards. In those cases, stay inside for as long as you can until they lumber off (which will happen eventually). If you need to clear the bear from the area, you can probably scare them off with a bit of noise. Make sure you're inside and that no humans or pets are in the vicinity, then bang on some pots and yell to scare off the bear.
Most importantly, anyone who lives in bear country should ensure their yard doesn't attract the animals. Put away trash, clean grills, and yes, remove bird feeders when necessary.
In this case, perhaps the bear just wanted to caddy and will return the next time someone plays.
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This story was originally published May 13, 2026 at 8:20 PM.