Spring is getting closer, and before the bears wake up en masse, we wanted to take a look at some numbers that are also a bit of a wake-up. In 2025, there were 5,299 reported sightings and incidents with black bears across the state. That number is up nearly 15% from the previous six years, which means there were more sightings, reports and conflicts. The number one factor that causes issues is garbage. Unsecured, messy, smelly trash that makes for an irresistible bear buffet. Bears are gonna be
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Spring is getting closer, and before the bears wake up en masse, we wanted to take a look at some numbers that are also a bit of a wake-up. In 2025, there were 5,299 reported sightings and incidents with black bears across the state. That number is up nearly 15% from the previous six years, which means there were more sightings, reports and conflicts. The number one factor that causes issues is garbage. Unsecured, messy, smelly trash that makes for an irresistible bear buffet. Bears are gonna be
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Spring is in the air. The snow’s melting, the grass is greening—and the bears are waking up.Hungry and guided by an incredible sense of smell, they’ll search for roots, rodents, and winter-killed carcasses. But they’ll also find garbage, bird feeders, pet food, and anything else we forget to secure.If you live in bear country, now’s the time to get ahead of the season. Add bear-proofing to your spring cleaning checklist. Lock up your attractants, secure your trash, and help keep bears wild—and o
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