Helpful Articles and Resources For Bear And Wilderness Safety

Warning signs there are bears nearby

Watch for warning signs that bears are nearby  You are more likely to see black bears than grizzly bears almost everywhere you go in the Lower 48 states and in Canada. However, you will benefit f … read more

How To Bear Proof Your Home

Keeping Bears Out! Many bears that enter homes do so through an unlocked or open window or door.Close and lock all bear-accessible windows and doors when you leave the house, and at night before … read more

Living In Harmony With Bears

Learn important facts about bears and what attracks them to residential areas. Learn some important safety tips to help you avoid unwanted bear encounters.

Fighting Animal Instinct

Local business features bear proof garbage cans that deter and prevent bears from getting into your trash.

Bearproof Cans Protect You AND Bears

Bearproof cans are proven and tested deterrents for bears and other animals getting into your trash. See where bears are and practical tips to keep them out of residential areas.

Bear Safety At Home

Find out what you can do around your home to avoid and minimize bear encounters. Using bear proof containers in addition to common sense tips will help you live peacefully in bear populated areas. … read more

Bear Repellent

Here you will find answers to common questions about bear safety and proper ways of using bear repellent sprays and repellent mace during a bear encounter.

Wilderness Encounters

Find out what to do if you encounter a bear. The use of pepper spray can be an effective deterrant against bears.