Bear Walking Cross Country

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Published on October 13 2021 3:17 pm
Last Updated on October 13 2021 9:00 pm
Written by Greg Sapp

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(JESSE LARIOS...OR BEARSUN...ALONG ROUTE 40 BETWEEN DEXTER AND FUNKHOUSER WEDNESDAY MORNING)

If you thought you saw a bear walking through Effingham County on Wednesday, you weren't hallucinating.

Jesse Larios is Bearsun, a character created by Larios and available on his social platforms

Bearsun...Larios...began walking July 5 from Los Angeles and intends to reach New York City within the next 30 days. He's averaging 27-28 miles per day.

Larios said he wants to make a difference. His causes include mental health, cancer, autism, environmental issues, and the disabled community. 

The 33-year-old Larios said he typically stays in motels, but has camped out a lot. He has a backpack containing all that he needs. His expenses are coming out of his savings.

Larios plans to complete his walk in Times Square.