Helpful Articles and Resources For Bear And Wilderness Safety

How to choose the best plastic dumpster?

Rear-load dumpsters and front-load dumpsters are available in 1 to 8 cubic yard sizes. Finding the "best" brand for plastic dumpsters involves considering factors such as durability, features, and spe … read more

Top wooden trash can storage units

Top way to improve your yard with wooden trash can storage units Outdoor trash can enclosures provide ample storage for garbage bins and yard supplies. A wooden trash can storage enclosure i … read more

Electric Fences Deter Bears

Portable Electric Fences Are Effective Deterrants For BearsElectric fences have three main parts. When used properly all three components create an open circuit, which closes when touched by a bear. T … read more

Bearproof cans North Carolina

Bears pose challenges for North Carolina Residents. Bear-resistant cans have proven to be effective in deterring bears from foraging trash cans. In recent years, Asheville, North Carolina residents ha … read more

Bear deterrant

DEP Removes Bear From Hamden Neighborhood.  A 200-pound black bear browsed through a Hamden neighborhood, bringing residents out of their homes to catch a peek at the furry visitor. It was an unu … read more

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