Coexisting with Bears
A bear helps themselves to an apple tree. Fruit gleaning is part of being "bear aware" as bears love to go after unmaintained fruit trees in residential areas. (photo provided)
Swan Valley Bear Resources partners with the U.S. Forest Service, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and other natural resource entities to supply community members with the necessary resources to promote coexistence between people and bears. Some of the resources available through SVBR include bear-resistant garbage containers, electric fencing, and property consultations, as shown here in a photo provided by Swan Valley Connections. (photo provided)
A trash can lid shows markings of where a bear tried to open it. (photo provided)
Early spring is one of the few times of year when food sources for animals such as grizzly and black bears are relatively scarce. Because of this, it is essential that we work to contain our household attractants. Items such as garbage, small livestock like chickens and pigs, bird seed, dog food, and even backyard vegetable gardens or fruit orchards can serve as attractants for bears and other wildlife...
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