FWP reminder: Be Bear Aware when Recreating Outdoors Remove or Secure Food Attractants at Residences
March 24, 2021
HELENA – Bears are emerging from dens with the onset of spring, and people are reminded to “Be Bear Aware.”
Bears can be found throughout Montana. In recent years, grizzly bear populations have expanded and bears are sometimes found in historic ranges beyond western Montana
As bears begin foraging for food, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is asking residents to remove or secure food attractants such as garbage, bird feeders and pet food. The most common human-bear conflicts involve unsecured food attractants.
People venturing into the outdoors should “Be Bear Aware” by following th...
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