Blake Kieckhafer, 23, of Nebraska was believed to be found dead following a recovery effort, the National Park Service said.

"Rocky Mountain National Park rangers completed an on-scene investigation and recovery operations took place by helicopter," a park spokesperson said in a statement. "His body was flown to a landing zone in Rocky Mountain National Park and transferred to the Larimer County Coroner’s Office."

What may seem to be a kind gesture could result in a mauling, a fine of up to $5,000, or approximately half a year in jail for offenders, according to the National Park Service. In one case, a visitor was observed feeding a mother bear and her two cubs,